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Maven Companies Inc.

Lead Designer UX (Chicago)

Maven Companies Inc., Chicago, Illinois, United States, 60290

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Must be onsite in Chicago and have Lead experience. Lead Designer

UX Must haves

LOCAL Airline Experience Lead Experience

Must Haves: Top 5 Skill sets o SME/ Deep expertise in design principles, visual systems, and best practices, including advanced layout, typography, and color theory o Deep expertise in emerging UI trends, tools, and technologies with ability to evaluate and implement new approaches o Extensive design experience for web, mobile, and emerging platforms

Whats needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications): Bachelor's degree in a relevant field (Human-Computer Interaction, Information Design, Communications, Computer Systems, Visual Design or related disciplines) 6-10+ years of experience in UI/UX design with 3+ years in a lead or senior design role Proven experience leading design teams and mentoring designers Portfolio demonstrating leadership in complex design projects, strategic thinking, and measurable business impact Experience presenting design work and strategy to senior leadership and executive stakeholders Deep expertise in emerging UI trends, tools, and technologies with ability to evaluate and implement new approaches Advanced proficiency in digital design and prototyping tools (Figma, Adobe Creative Cloud, etc.) Expert-level experience applying WCAG accessibility standards and advocating for inclusive design practices Proven track record leading cross-functional initiatives with business analysts, researchers, developers, and product owners Experience with design strategy, roadmap planning, and resource allocation Extensive design experience for web, mobile, and emerging platforms Demonstrated ability to balance user advocacy with business constraints and technical Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with ability to influence and align stakeholders Strong leadership presence with ability to drive consensus and manage conflict Experience managing multiple complex projects and teams while maintaining high attention to detail Strategic problem-solving abilities with focus on scalable solutions