Remote

UI / UX Designer

About RISE2GETHER

RISE2GETHER is a Seattle-based nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing the professional and personal growth of Asian women. Through our annual summit, leadership programs, member community, AI hackathons, and both online and offline workshops, we provide resources, support networks, and actionable tools that empower Asian women to break barriers, lead with confidence, and thrive.

Role Description

We are seeking a passionate Volunteer UX/UI Designer to join our team and help improve the digital experience of our programs, events, and community platforms. In this role, you will collaborate closely with design lead, developers, and community organizers to design intuitive and visually engaging interfaces that enhance the way our users interact with RISE2GETHER. Your work will directly support our mission of empowering Asian women by ensuring that our online presence is accessible, consistent, and inspiring.

Responsibilities

As a Volunteer UX/UI Designer, you will:

  • Collaborate with team members to understand project goals, user needs, and brand direction

  • Conduct user research, surveys, or feedback sessions (as feasible) to inform design decisions

  • Develop user personas, journey maps, wireframes, and prototypes to visualize solutions

  • Design responsive web and mobile interfaces

  • Create and maintain a style guide or design system to ensure consistency across platforms

  • Partner with developers to deliver design specifications, assets, and guidance

  • Evaluate and improve existing user experiences through usability reviews and feedback

  • Support the design of visual assets for events and social media when needed (graphics, presentations, etc.)

Preferred Qualifications

We are looking for candidates who bring most of the following:

  • Experience in UX / UI design (internships, freelance, or personal project welcomed)

  • Proficiency with design tools such as Figma, Adobe XD, Sketch, or Adobe Creative Suite

  • Understanding of responsive and mobile-first design principles

  • Familiarity with usability and accessibility best practices

  • Strong communication skills and ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams

  • Solid time management and ability to meet deadlines in a volunteer setting

  • Passion for Rise2Gether’s mission and an interest in supporting the Asian women’s community

  • Experience designing within Squarespace or similar website platforms

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