Understanding the Role of a UX Designer

Introduction

Problem Solver:
- Loves solving puzzles and problems
- Curious and inquisitive mindset
People-Focused:
- Enjoys understanding user behavior and motivations
- Aims to improve user experience

Research and Analysis:
- Prepare for research (guidelines, scripts)
- Conduct interviews (in-person/remote)
- Analyze data (trends, patterns)
- Create reports and presentations
Collaboration:
- Work with business teams, developers, visual designers
- Run workshops for idea generation and alignment
Design:
- Create wireframes (like blueprints for digital products)
- Develop prototypes to showcase ideas
Communication:
- Create diagrams to explain concepts
- Present findings and concepts to stakeholders

Listening and Empathy:
- Ability to understand others' needs
Creativity and Innovation:
- Conceptualization of user-friendly design
Technical Skills:
- Proficiency with various UX tools
Detail-Oriented:
- Understanding the intricacies of design and user interaction

Tesla (Large Corporate):
- Responsibilities: Researching, designing, prototyping new user experiences
- Skills: Exceptional design skills, creative problem solving, strong communication
Gorillas (Small Startup):
- Responsibilities: Gather user requirements, usability testing, collaborate with product managers
- Skills: Strong communication and collaboration skills
Carhartt (Mid-Sized Company):
- Responsibilities: Improve features for websites/apps, co-create designs
- Skills: Hands-on mentality, understanding of technical aspects of web design

Collaboration and Communication:
- Working with various teams is crucial across all companies
User Research and Testing:
- Emphasis on understanding user needs through research
Design Skills:
- Varies from visual design to technical wireframing

Importance of a diverse skill set for UX designers
Encouragement to explore UX design through courses (e.g., Career Foundry's free course)
Invitation for questions and engagement in comments