UX/UI Designer

Arrivals + Departures is an equal opportunity employer.
We are committed to building an environment where everyone feels included, valued, and heard.
Diversity and inclusion are an important part of our everyday work, and it is our belief that they enable us to reach our goal of seeing the world differently.
We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized people, people with disabilities, people from gender and sexually diverse communications and/or people with intersectional identities.
Accommodations can be made upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.About us:
Arrivals + Departures (A+D) is a national and proudly independent full-service creative and media agency, employing 80+ people with offices in Toronto and Halifax.
More importantly, we are a group of passionate, down-to-earth people with an entrepreneurial spirit and hustle needed for today's ever-changing world.In fact, our name is inspired by the changing world around us and reflects our mission to 'See The World Differently'.
This means we approach every challenge and opportunity with fresh eyes, not falling into the trap of delivering the expected.
Simply put, we are for those who want to challenge the status quo with the relentless pursuit to see what no one else sees.About the role:
We are seeking a talented UX/UI Designer who will play a crucial role in shaping the user experience of our digital products.
The ideal candidate will be responsible for defining and implementing UX strategies and translating them into high-quality user interfaces.
This individual will work closely with project managers, developers, and content creators to ensure cohesive and innovative solutions.Responsibilities:
Develop and execute digital UX strategies for websites, applications, emails, and digital ads.Conduct user research and usability testing to gather insights and iterate on designs.Design user flows, wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity user interfaces.Collaborate with project managers to understand project requirements, timelines, and deliverables noting concerns and providing solutions planning support.Work closely with developers to ensure the feasibility of designs and maintain design integrity throughout the development process escalating challenges proactively.Partner with content creators to align UX/UI designs with content strategies.Stay current on industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies.Ensure designs are optimized for performance and accessibility.Coach and mentor team members with subject matter expertiseMaintain cross team relationships with effective process & procedures related to engaging in the UX/UI Design spaceQualifications:
Proven experience in UX/UI design with a strong portfolio showcasing digital UX strategy and UI design work.Proficiency in design and prototyping in Figma.Strong understanding of UX principles, user-centered design, and responsive design.Excellent collaboration and communication skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment with a strong ability to escalate & solutions planExperience with usability testing and user research methodologies (such as survey development, A/B testing, user behaviour interviews, heat-mapping analysis and analytics review - to name a few)Familiarity with HTML, CSS, and front-end development concepts is a plus.Ability to attend the Toronto or Halifax office in person as per In Office RequirementsCollaborate and communicate requirements to junior designers as needed for larger projectsStrong ability to prepare presentations and present to clients and internal stakeholdersWe love people who are curious ask questions like to share knowledge and collaborate.
If that sounds like you we'd love to talk! Please send your resume to