Associate UI/UX Designer
4A Consulting, LLC, Ellicott City, MD, United States
At 4A Consulting, we turn complexity into opportunity. Founded in 2014 and headquartered in Baltimore, MD, we are a women-owned, boutique consulting firm specializing in delivering innovative, data-driven solutions to both the Federal Government and Fortune 500 clients. Our team blends deep industry knowledge with advanced technologies to design tailored strategies that drive measurable and sustainable outcomes. We pride ourselves on an agile, collaborative approach that helps organizations navigate challenges and seize emerging opportunities in a rapidly evolving digital landscape. At 4A, we don’t just deliver projects, we build trusted partnerships that empower our clients to lead with confidence in the digital age.
Position Overview The Associate UI/UX Designer & Web Developer will contribute across the full lifecycle of digital experiences from user research and UX design to hands‑on web development and implementation. This role requires a balanced skill set in UX methodology, visual design, and traditional web development, with the ability to translate user needs and design concepts into functional, responsive websites.
Key Responsibilities UX Research & User Experience Design
Participate in UX discovery activities including user research, stakeholder interviews, and requirements gathering
Translate user and business needs into user flows, information architecture, and wireframes
Create low‑to‑mid fidelity wireframes and interactive prototypes
Apply usability, accessibility, and human‑centered design principles
Conduct basic usability testing and incorporate feedback into design iterations
Ensure consistent UX across websites and applications
UI & Visual Design
Design high‑fidelity UI mockups aligned with brand and UX standards
Create and maintain visual assets, page layouts, and design components
Support design systems, style guides, and UI pattern libraries
Use Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, XD) for design execution
Web Development & Implementation
Build and support front‑end components using React.js
Maintain and update PHP‑based websites and templates
Translate UX/UI designs into clean, functional, and accessible web pages
Collaborate with designers, developers, and stakeholders to deliver high‑quality solutions
Incorporate feedback and iterate on designs and code efficiently
Follow established design and development best practices
Maintain basic documentation for design and technical updates
Required Qualifications
Experience in UI/UX design and web development (professional, freelance, or project‑based)
Experience or exposure to React.js and PHP
Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, especially Photoshop
Understanding of UX principles, responsive design, and basic accessibility (WCAG)
Ability to manage multiple tasks in a part‑time environment
Certifications
Google UX Certificate or equivalent UX/UI certification
Interaction Design Foundation (IDF) UX Certification
Adobe Certified Professional (Photoshop, XD, or related)
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Position Overview The Associate UI/UX Designer & Web Developer will contribute across the full lifecycle of digital experiences from user research and UX design to hands‑on web development and implementation. This role requires a balanced skill set in UX methodology, visual design, and traditional web development, with the ability to translate user needs and design concepts into functional, responsive websites.
Key Responsibilities UX Research & User Experience Design
Participate in UX discovery activities including user research, stakeholder interviews, and requirements gathering
Translate user and business needs into user flows, information architecture, and wireframes
Create low‑to‑mid fidelity wireframes and interactive prototypes
Apply usability, accessibility, and human‑centered design principles
Conduct basic usability testing and incorporate feedback into design iterations
Ensure consistent UX across websites and applications
UI & Visual Design
Design high‑fidelity UI mockups aligned with brand and UX standards
Create and maintain visual assets, page layouts, and design components
Support design systems, style guides, and UI pattern libraries
Use Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, XD) for design execution
Web Development & Implementation
Build and support front‑end components using React.js
Maintain and update PHP‑based websites and templates
Translate UX/UI designs into clean, functional, and accessible web pages
Collaborate with designers, developers, and stakeholders to deliver high‑quality solutions
Incorporate feedback and iterate on designs and code efficiently
Follow established design and development best practices
Maintain basic documentation for design and technical updates
Required Qualifications
Experience in UI/UX design and web development (professional, freelance, or project‑based)
Experience or exposure to React.js and PHP
Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, especially Photoshop
Understanding of UX principles, responsive design, and basic accessibility (WCAG)
Ability to manage multiple tasks in a part‑time environment
Certifications
Google UX Certificate or equivalent UX/UI certification
Interaction Design Foundation (IDF) UX Certification
Adobe Certified Professional (Photoshop, XD, or related)
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