UX Designer - Platforms

About the Role

Are you ready to join the ranks of the world's most exciting brands? Then look no further – Media.Monks is actively seeking a highly ambitious Experience Designer who is passionate about working on game-changing projects within Platform.Monks.

At Platform.Monks we build brands, products and systems. We work from zero to optimisation, applying CX design and creative thinking to leverage the wide range of possibilities within tech on dotcoms, microsites, mobile apps, ecommerce sites and more. Striking the perfect balance between functionality, usability and innovation, we build user-centric digital platforms where brands and audiences can get to know each other. Want to know more, then check out our platform.monks solutions page.

Responsibilities:

For this mid-level position in Hilversum (The Netherlands), We’re looking for an Experience (UX) designer who knows how to build complex brand websites and digital journeys – someone who has working knowledge of the CX, strategy, concepting, design, prototyping and the testing needed to do so. You know how to do your research or perform a usability test, you really excel at designing creative content and solutions that turn mundane tasks into memorable interactions—all while considering user needs, business objectives and feasibility by keeping a short line with the stakeholders.

About You

• Taking on design challenges in uncertain environments energizes you.
• Naturally curious with a drive to develop and hone your design skills from project to project.
• Creatively brave, yet consistent and thorough when needed.
• A collaborative self-starter able to cope with quick turnaround and tight deadlines.
• A positive communicator, able to guide internal & external stakeholders to the right solutions.

The essentials:

• 3-5 years of experience designing for digital with a focus on UX.
• Full professional English proficiency, Dutch is a plus.
• Comfortable collaborating in design workshops.
• Able to architect information and navigation structures.
• Fast and meticulous at designing flows and screens in Figma.
• Familiar with running user tests and performing design optimisation.
• Have hands-on working experience collaborating with developers. 
• Have successfully launched a product, app or website in the past.
• Experience with fast-paced environments, working with international teams and clients.
• Comfortable tackling more complex, strategic work that goes beyond traditional UX designs and wire-framing.
• Comfortable working on both fast projects and pitches to longer term engagements and dedicated client accounts.

Not a must, but a plus:

• Interest in AI and how this can improve & enhance your day-to-day.

At Media.Monks, we believe in fostering an environment where a diversity of perspectives can thrive. We proactively work to design hiring processes that promote equity and inclusion while mitigating bias. We celebrate diversity and are committed to building a team that reflects the communities we serve. We welcome and encourage qualified applicants, from all backgrounds, who are excited to contribute to our mission.