UI Designer (contract)

Company: Publicis Groupe
Location: Chicago
Posted on: June 2, 2025

Job Description:

Company DescriptionFor 25 years, Level has developed marketing solutions for some of the world's most innovative brands. We believe the best solutions come from collaborative working partnerships with our clients. Whether an established brand, or a start-up, we believe in the power of creative strategy, design, and technology to solve business challenges.Job DescriptionLevel Studios is looking for a UI Designer to join our team on a temporary basis!In this role, you will contribute to web and mobile application design projects, working closely with design leads to create high-quality user-centered solutions. You will balance creative problem-solving with the technical proficiency needed to execute visually stunning and functional designs. This role demands advanced knowledge of Figma, including design system and file library management, as well as a strong grasp of responsive design principles and current web design trends.PLEASE NOTE: This is a 40hr/wk contract role with an expected total duration of 3-4 months. Extension beyond that timeframe and/or conversion into a fulltime role is possible but not anticipated.ALSO NOTE: Candidates local to the Chicago market will be prioritized but highly qualified candidates in other markets may also be considered.About you... and the job:

• You live and breathe visual design and your true love exists at the intersection of logic and beauty. Design systems andinterface designs are your jam but you don't limit yourself and want to dabble in all things design including web, mobile, ecommerce, motion, illustration, and/or brand work.
• You possess outstanding communication skills and are comfortable working both independently and collaboratively... but you aren't afraid to ask questions or receive feedback.
• You're comfortable partnering with UX teams and understand the power of a logical, intuitive, intelligently-designed user experience that helps customers accomplish their tasks quickly and efficiently, but also know how to integrate beautiful designand balance beauty with functionality.
• You love to stay on top of the latest design trends,strategies, and technologies as well as how competitors within the industry are doing things.
• You are nimble and able to adjust to constantly shifting needs and priorities. Above all, you bring joy and passion to your work and to the team around you.Key Focus Areas:
  • Design System Management: Build, update, and publish components within Figma to ensure consistency and efficiency.
  • Advanced Figma Expertise: Maintain and organize file libraries, leveraging Figma's latest features to optimize workflows.
  • User-First Approach: Emphasize user experience optimizations and accessibility in every project.
  • Responsive Design Thinking: Craft designs that adapt seamlessly across web and mobile platforms.
  • Attention to Trends: Stay informed on evolving web design trends to ensure deliverables are innovative and modern.ResponsibilitiesDesign and Collaboration:
    • Collaborate with design leads to develop page layouts, grids, typography, and color systems.
    • Create, manage, and publish reusable components in design systems.
    • Help select photos and assist in photo-touching.
    • Maintain high quality on creative deliverables, ensuring brand consistency and attention to detail.Research and Optimization:
      • Conduct research on users, competitors, and design trends to inform project directions.
      • Ensure deliverables adhere to usability and accessibility standards.
      • Regularly refine workflows to improve efficiency and consistency.
      • Complete research projects and other day-to-day requests, supporting the broader design team.Client Presentation:
        • Assist in crafting mood boards, storyboards, and prototypes to communicate ideas effectively.
        • Confidently deliver presentations to clients, clearly explaining design rationale and solutions.Qualifications
          • There is no specific educational requirement for this role
          • 3-5 years of professional design experience with a focus on digital visual and/or UI design, preferably in an advertising agency environment
          • Strong skills in Figma and Adobe Creative Cloud required; proficiency with other specialized design tools such as Sketch, Adobe XD, Invision, PowerPoint, and/or similar tools preferred... bonus points for experience in motion design/animation
          • Experience and proficiency with prototyping tools and workflows in the creation of interactive experiences preferred
          • Experience with Figma Dev Mode for improved collaboration with developers preferred
          • Experience with visual design across a variety of digital channels including UI, iconography, hand/digital illustration, storyboarding, motion, branding, ecommerce, .com. mobile, responsive web, typography, and/or similar deliverables
          • An understanding of the fundamentals of user experience design
          • Prior experience working alongside UX teams to design visual assets to be included as part of a holistic, functional user experience
          • Proven experience managing and scaling design systems
          • Working knowledge of service and e-commerce design
          • Solid understanding of interactivity and web design principles
          • Familiarity with mobile app design fundamentals and current web standards
          • Strong working knowledge of design and layout applications
          • Passion for achieving graphic excellence and contributing innovative ideas
          • Comfortable with self-directed learning and exploring new tools or solutions to enhance designs
          • Highly organized and detail-oriented with a proactive approach to problem-solving
          • Comfort self-organizing your work and time, seeking direction when needed
          • Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills
          • A portfolio or work samples showcasing beautiful, modern digital design and strong systems design thinking is REQUIRED and should be included at time of application; more sensitive work may be shared by PDF or via Dropbox, Google Drive, or similar repository rather than in a public portfolio. Please provide password if needed.Additional InformationAt Publicis Groupe, we offer medical and voluntary benefits to our freelancers and temporary employees. Voluntary benefit options include supplemental medical insurance, transportation, and parking benefits, legal benefits, pet insurance, and auto and home insurance. You must be actively employed for 90 consecutive calendar days in order to be eligible for Publicis medical and voluntary benefits. You will also be eligible to participate in the Publicis 401(k) Plan after you complete 1,000 work hours in a consecutive 12-month period.Level Studios is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Our employment decisions are made without regard to actual or perceived race, color, ethnicity, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, medical condition as defined by applicable state law, genetic information, marital status, military service and veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws and ordinances.If you require accommodation or assistance with the application or onboarding process specifically, please contact USMSTACompliance@publicis.com.All of your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.Compensation Range: $43-$65/hr. This is the pay range the Company believes it will pay for this position at the time of this posting. Consistent with applicable law, compensation will be determined based on the skills, qualifications, and experience of the applicant along with the requirements of the position, and the Company reserves the right to modify this pay range at any time. Temporary roles may be eligible to participate in our freelancer/temporary employee medical plan through a third-party benefits administration system once certain criteria have been met. Temporary roles may also qualify for participation in our 401(k) plan after eligibility criteria have been met. For regular roles, the Company will offer medical coverage, dental, vision, disability, 401k, and paid time off. The Company anticipates the application deadline for this job posting will be June 13, 2025.
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