Why there are no entry-level UX jobs | Hiring manager opinion

[@ChrisWorksCreative]

Great information! This makes total sense. Hopefully the market picks back up in the near future and junior positions start coming back. Until then, I'll just keep working on my skills and trying to be patient!

[@inesmir]

yes exactly! we all hope it will be better, but we can't know that. The best we can do it to become better ourselves eventually.

[@malatesh_Aihole]

These insights from a hiring manager's perspective are very helpful 🙌 A video on what are expectations from a junior designers would be helpful.

[@inesmir]

Great to hear! 🙏

[@chelseaaybar9266]

thank you for this. i literally finished college last week and I'm already at exactly 201 job applications with 23 rejections and haven't heard back from the rest. ik I've been applying for only a week but it's still frustrating, especially when I've spent the last 4 years getting my bachelor's, finally coming to terms with what i want to do as a career, and even coding my portfolio from scratch for a month straight, but getting rejected every day still hurts. I'll keep this video in mind while I'm job hunting, thank you again ❤

[@GeethaSharma-tt2rj]

oh wow, i'm in the same position...do you mind sharing what bachelor's degree you pursued?

[@chelseaaybar9266]

@@GeethaSharma-tt2rj yeah ofc! I have a BA in digital design but my concentration is in app/web design and development, I basically spent all 4 years learning how to make the UI of digital products and how to develop/code them

[@GeethaSharma-tt2rj]

@@chelseaaybar9266 Oh nice! thank you

[@jem54543]

Just got the UX design certificate for no reason

[@inesmir]

But it's still great that you did it! ;)

[@MAZZTHEGAMER]

This is so insightful, I can’t wait for the next video

[@inesmir]

working on it! :3

[@danielr7599]

so, maybe hire jr,UX but make a plan to raise there salaries along the way that is legit better than other offers? i mean common, common sense.

[@finnj3976]

Already have a bachelor in nursing, one in computer science with a design focus and currently doing a master in innovation from a top B school. Still no luck. Will try to study history and see if that increases my chances for ux reaearch instead

[@XXXX-lq8yw]

I’d suggest focus on getting experience rather than getting different academic titles. Volunteering could be a good first step if no experience.

[@nandiniingermany]

Wow, this was helpful 👏🏽👏🏽

[@inesmir]

Glad to hear!

[@zeirilantigua]

Great video. Also a lot of companies (in the US) just want employees with the most experience with lowest pay possible. The job market is so bad and people are desperate for work. It’s a win-win for the employer. Hope it changes next year.

[@inesmir]

yes, me too!

[@czaaje]

Hey, how would you recommend exploring the idea of the "Engineering handover" you mentioned before landing the first job? Do I just learn to code at least on a basic level just to comprehend what engineers need to go trough? Or is theoretical knowledge enough? If so, what are the resources that are worth to look at? Great video BTW

[@inesmir]

Thank you! Yes, you need to learn how code works, in principal. My advice: start with learning Webflow. It's a no-code platform but the way they visualise how code works is amazing. Everything you can elegantly realise there in your designs without using many flex blocks - will be possible to do in code, too. It's really eye-opening when you try to build a couple of websites there.

[@czaaje]

​@@inesmir thank you for the answer, I'm just starting, but when I grasp the basics for both design and user experience I will make sure to jump into more technical stuff

[@AnkushSingh-rs9mq]

Where to acquire the code knowledge from, as a newbie UX Designer. Thanks for the video.

[@inesmir]

Some courses can help, and the best way (but also a long one) is to learn Webflow. It's a non-code website builder, but it's the best visual representation of the logic of code. What's possible to do there will be possible to do in code and vise versa :)

[@phishdough]

We’re so doomed

[@swish6143]

If someone is interested in UX design for life science applications within the next six months for an early stage startup in Germany, just comment. And yes, I do know the difference between UI and UX, need UI as well, but not major focus yet. Ex scientist (bio, chem, physics...) with lab experience turned UX designer appreciated.

[@inesmir]

THIS! Hope you will find who you need! By the way, I am now exploring how I can help better match my audience with jobs; if you want my help here, reach out. It's non-binding, I just want to ask you a couple of questions about your search for designers.

[@danielsanchez1837]

There are no UX jobs for mid or seniors either. The market has collapsed. I'm really thinking on changing my career.

[@inesmir]

I would disagree, depending on where you are looking for a job of course but the market didn't collapse for sure, it just slowed down and became cooler

[@MrScott2435]

How do I become a UX designer then?

[@inesmir]

Becoming a designer and landing a job are two different things. you can try freelance for example, for the start ;)

[@themaniac__]

In this way how the junior becomes senior or how they learn

[@inesmir]

sorry don't get your question, can you rephrase?

[@themaniac__]

@@inesmir i mean to say, how the new designer get a opportunity to learn from the real world if no one is hire them

[@duongduyngo7686]

So how, do you think, is the Master degree compared to Bachelor degree? I have experienced working 2 years as a front-end developer and now I am pursuing Master degree in UX in UK. Is it easier for me to get a higher position in the field rather than just junior level?

[@inesmir]

Every degree is different. There are only a handful of universities that provide a real elite education and give you access to the communities where you will get connections to jump on the top of the ladder. But most universities are no better than short-term bootcamps and give you no advantage. So if your uni is an ordinary one, then no, most likely you will struggle like everyone else and will have to start from the first steps of the ladder. It's important that you have a strong portfolio from your university years.

[@Szynszula]

I would much prefer to not know it, its not helpful. If it was about me I could do sth, FIX portfolio, learn more etc. But now? Idk what to do, there is like 1 offer, very poor offer on the other się of city I dont even want it but this is the only junior offer, so also there will be thousands cv send over there

[@mak8972]

There is definitely a lot you can do! I think the first step is to accept the reality and work on what is currently required. If you really want it, then it's worth it. It is complex because there is always the question of how long can you not work for/ improve your skills after the job you have and make it sustainable. Learn the required skills, get involved in pro bono projects for real companies and you'll get to the next level and you will be perceived as someone with experience. Learn figma to advanced level, how to work in sprints/ agile, work on your portfolio, learn basics about coding, and maybe even try freelance? It's hard, and there is no straight path anymore but if it's something you want to do and are passionate about, I'm sure you'll get there!

[@inesmir]

Very well said! I think understanding the reality, however painful is always helpful :)

[@Bad4Good2]

Companies are broken and this kind of shit will inevitably lead to the downfall of college, and 9-5 work in general.

[@inesmir]

yeah, let's see

[@MURARI-xu8jj]

So who is doing all the work that junior designers are supposed to do in a company? Senior designers 😂?

[@inesmir]

yes, for seniors and mid-career designers, it's an easy part to do. And in some cases, it's easier to do as well because you can control the quality (it's also frustrating to see how your concept designers are being dismantled by a junior when you realise it's gonna be a part of your senior-level portfolio too, you know). Also, it's not a bad or dull job, so many seniors are not eager to give it away, too. ;)

[@MURARI-xu8jj]

@@inesmirI see! So what can junior designers do to add value to the company and to senior designers? I am a fresher looking to land a job so any insight on this would help! Thank you in advance 😊