Temporary Design Lead

Reports to: Head of Creative
Department: Creative
Classification: Temporary Non-Exempt

THE JOB

The Design Lead plays a vital role in creating intuitive accessible and impactful digital experiences across various platforms. This position combines strong interaction design skills with user research systems thinking and strategic problem-solving. A Design Lead takes responsibility for the entire experience from discovery to delivery making sure each touchpoint is thoughtful efficient and aligned with both business goals and user needs. This role is best suited for designers who lead by example and are eager to solve complex problems collaboratively with cross-functional teams.

IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL:

• Lead the design of user flows wireframes and prototypes for key products and features.

• Translate user research analytics and requirements into clear effective experience design solutions.

• Collaborate with product managers developers visual designers and stakeholders to define design and deliver seamless user experiences.

• Conduct or contribute to user testing research analysis and usability audits.

• Present UX strategy and design decisions to internal teams and stakeholders with clarity and rationale.

• Ensure designs align with established design systems while identifying opportunities to evolve or extend UX patterns.

• Provide feedback to peers and junior designers helping improve overall team quality and coherence.

• Stay current with UX best practices tools accessibility standards and emerging trends.

AS FOR EXPERIENCE YOU NEED:

• Bachelors degree in UX Design Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) Product Design or a related field (or equivalent experience).

• 57 years of professional experience in UX or product design roles.

• Portfolio demonstrating user-centered design process system-level thinking and elegant user interfaces.

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Proficiency in UX and design tools such as Figma Sketch Adobe XD InVision or Miro.

• Strong grasp of user-centered design principles interaction design and information architecture.

• Experience conducting or applying insights from user research and usability testing.

• Knowledge of responsive and mobile-first design accessibility (WCAG) and component-based systems.

• Clear communication and storytelling skills to articulate design solutions and rationales.

• Strong collaboration and critique skills across design product and engineering functions.

DEPARTMENT ORG

Reporting: This role reports to the UX Design Lead Associate Creative Director or Creative Director (UX).
Collaboration: Collaborates with Product Managers and Developers UI/Visual Designers and Copywriters Content Strategists and User Researchers QA and Accessibility teams.
Mentorship: May mentor Junior Designers or Design Interns.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The following capabilities are required in order to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations that do not create an undue burden on the agency are available to address the following requirements:

• Using standard office equipment computers and related technology

• Certain activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting keyboarding and manipulating a computer mouse

• Bending reaching lifting pushing and pulling up to 25 pounds

• Travel is not anticipated for this role

EEO STATEMENT

Workplace equity is not a single checkbox.

Its a vital way of thinking working and moving through the world. At Thesis we prioritize diversity equity and inclusion. Youll see this in our hiring practices growth projects and workplace programs because our agency our work and our society are better when diverse perspectives come together.

Thesis is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment Thesis will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed please contact Thesis Human Resources at for more information.

VALUES

Be Lean Take Action
We believe in thinking big rolling up our sleeves and getting the job done. And while we love a good plan we believe in using process as an engine not a brake.

Say What You Mean Mean What You Say
Were all here to learn grow and evolve together which requires connecting conflicting and embracing. Honesty and ideas are welcome; ego is not.

Show Up Fully
We invite you to bring your whole self to work your perspective cultural background lived experiences while creating room for others strengths to complement your own. What makes you remarkable is welcome at Thesis.

ENCOURAGEMENT

Above all be hungry to learn and grow beyond this job description.

Research shows that women and people of color often only apply for jobs if they meet 100% of the qualifications. We understand experience can manifest in different ways and we want to hear about it.

We also know the confidence gap and imposter syndrome can get in the way of meeting spectacular candidates. So please dont hesitate to apply. Wed love to hear from you.