Senior UX Designer - Contract Position

Forum One is a full-service digital agency that helps mission-driven organizations expand their influence through technology. Every day, our team of strategists, architects, designers, and developers partners with leading nonprofit organizations and government agencies to create digital experiences that make an impact.

The Opportunity

We’re looking for a UX Designer who will work collaboratively with strategists, developers, project managers, and clients to turn bold ideas into meaningful digital experiences. 

What You’ll Do

• Lead the design of high-quality, user-centered solutions for client projects, ensuring they meet or exceed client expectations.
• Take responsibility for end-to-end design deliverables, including research, wireframes, sitemaps, prototypes, and final artifacts.
• Communicate and present user experience research, strategy, and solutions effectively to clients, gathering feedback and iterating as needed.
• Work closely with designers, developers, and strategists to ensure cohesive and functional design implementations.
• Ensure all user experience outputs adhere to the agency's standards, including accessibility and usability guidelines.

Experience & Qualifications

• 6+ years in digital design, with at least 2 years in a senior role
• Competent knowledge of visual and interaction design best practices is required. 
• Excellent facilitation, presentation, and communication skills are required.
• Proficient in Figma and FigJam/Mural design tools.
• Experience using Jira for task management preferred
• Experienced in planning, running, and evaluating user research tactics, including surveys, card sorting, tree testing, and usability testing. Experience with Optimal Workshop preferred.
• Ability to obtain a Federal  background check and receive Public Trust