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UX/UI Designer
O*NET 15-1255.01 · SOC 15-1255
Projected Growth
+16%
2024–2034
Median Salary
$85k
per year
Education Level
Zone 4
Considerable preparation needed (bachelor's degree)
What You'd Actually Do
- →Conduct user research and usability testing to inform design decisions
- →Create wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups in Figma or Sketch
- →Design intuitive user interfaces that balance aesthetics with accessibility
- →Collaborate with product managers and engineers to ship features
- →Maintain and evolve design systems for consistency across products
Education & How to Get In
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Job Zone 4
Considerable preparation needed (bachelor's degree)
A bachelor's degree is the standard entry point for UX/UI Designer roles. Related majors and internship experience during college significantly improve your chances. Many employers also value relevant certifications or project portfolios alongside the degree.
Work Environment
Primary Setting
Creative — studios, agencies, or remote
Work Style
Mixed — alternates between solo focused work and collaboration
A Day in the Life
While every role varies by employer and specialization, a typical day as a UX/UI Designer involves a mix of core responsibilities:
MorningConduct user research and usability testing to inform design decisions
MiddayCreate wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity mockups in Figma or Sketch
AfternoonDesign intuitive user interfaces that balance aesthetics with accessibility
Personality Fit (RIASEC)
Artistic (Creators)6.5
Investigative (Thinkers)4.5
Social (Helpers)4.0
Realistic (Doers)3.0
Enterprising (Persuaders)3.0
Conventional (Organizers)3.0
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