User experience designer
Also known as
Work environment
- Usually work regular business hours but may work extra hours
- Usually work in offices and may travel locally to visit clients
- Need to be creative, identify and solve problems and communicate well
Salary information
Typical tasks
- Design websites and apps
- Plan website and app navigation
- Test website designs
- Create design drafts
- Work with developers and writers
- Talk to clients and users about needs
- Research design ideas
Outlook
User experience (UX) design continues to evolve as organisations focus on creating accessible, user-friendly digital products and services. In New Zealand and globally, trends such as AI-assisted design, personalisation and inclusive design are shaping how digital experiences are developed. As digital services become more common across industries, UX remains an important part of creating effective and engaging experiences.
What employers and industry want in graduates
- Understanding of user needs and behaviour
- Creative problem-solving skills
- Strong communication and collaboration
- Ability to interpret and use feedback
- Attention to detail and usability
- Adaptability to new technologies and tools
AUT programmes
- Interaction Design Major - Bachelor of Design Te Tohu Paetahi mō te Hoahoa
- Digital Communication Major - Bachelor of Communication Studies
- Communication Design Major - Bachelor of Design Te Tohu Paetahi mō te Hoahoa
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