Entry Support
UUD.GEN.P1
At the P1 level, a UI/UX Designer is an entry-level team member learning the fundamentals of user-centered design.
At the P1 level, a UI/UX Designer is an entry-level team member learning the fundamentals of user-centered design.
The story of this role
Who does this work
A motivated UI/UX Designer looking to create user-centered designs that enhance the experience for various products
The problem this role solves
- The external problem: Users often feel frustrated with interfaces that are difficult to navigate and do not meet their needs.
- The internal problem: The designer struggles with understanding complex user behaviors and delivering adaptable solutions.
- Why it matters: Everyone deserves technology that is intuitive and accessible, bridging the gap between user needs and design intentions.
The plan
- Conduct user research to gather insights on user needs and behaviors.
- Develop wireframes and prototypes using industry-standard design tools.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align product strategy with user experience goals.
- Test designs with real users to gather feedback and make necessary iterations.
- Stay updated with the latest design trends and tools to enhance skills and innovate.
What's at stake
Users abandoning products due to poor design experiences. Inconsistent design that leads to confusion across platforms and devices. Missed opportunities for innovation and user engagement that could elevate the product.
Success looks like
Delighted users who find products easy to use and navigate. Increased product adoption and positive feedback from stakeholders. A strong portfolio that showcases effective user-centered design solutions.
Summary
At the P1 level, a UI/UX Designer is an entry-level team member learning the fundamentals of user-centered design.
Level — P1 — Entry-Level Professional
New to role or field; performs basic tasks under supervision
- Scope
- Own tasks within a defined component
- Autonomy
- Close supervision; work reviewed frequently
- Complexity
- Routine problems with known solutions
- Impact
- Own deliverables
- Decision rights
- Few independent decisions; escalates the rest
- Leadership
- None — building the craft
- Typical experience
- 0–2 yrs
Core outputs
No core outputs recorded yet.
Adjacent roles
Nearest roles by structural coordinates (level + taxonomy). Distance 0 → 1; each carries its 3-state match band. How coordinates work → · Compare side-by-side →
Componentsshow ▾
Responsibilities4
- Assist in collecting and evaluating user requirementscommonlevel
- Create basic wireframes and prototypescommonlevel
- Design simple interface elementscommonlevel
- Help conduct user research or usability testscommonlevel
Tasks3
- Create wireframescommonlevel
- Conduct usability testscommonlevel
- Assist in user researchcommonlevel
Skills4
- Wireframingcommonlevel
- Prototypingcommonlevel
- Basic visual designcommonlevel
- User research assistancecommonlevel
Knowledge4
- Design principlescommonlevel
- User-centered designcommonlevel
- Basic UX methodologiescommonlevel
- Usability testingcommonlevel
competency2
- Basic proficiency in design toolscommonlevel
- Understanding of visual design fundamentalscommonlevel
qualification3
- Bachelor’s degree in design, HCI, or related fieldcommonlevel
- 0–2 years of industry experiencecommonlevel
- Portfolio of personal or school projects demonstrating UI workcommonlevel
Title aliasesshow ▾
| Alias | Type | Confidence | Approved |
|---|---|---|---|
| User Interface Design I | common | medium0.70 | — |
| User Interface Design 1 | common | medium0.66 | — |
| Entry-Level User Interface Design | common | medium0.70 | — |
| Junior User Interface Design | common | medium0.68 | — |
| Associate User Interface Design | common | medium0.60 | — |
| User Interface Designer I | common | medium0.70 | — |
| User Interface Designer 1 | common | medium0.66 | — |
| Entry-Level User Interface Designer | common | medium0.70 | — |
| Junior User Interface Designer | common | medium0.68 | — |
| Associate User Interface Designer | common | medium0.60 | — |
| User Experience Design I | common | medium0.70 | — |
| User Experience Design 1 | common | medium0.66 | — |
| Entry-Level User Experience Design | common | medium0.70 | — |
| Junior User Experience Design | common | medium0.68 | — |
| Associate User Experience Design | common | medium0.60 | — |
| User Experience Designer I | common | medium0.70 | — |
| User Experience Designer 1 | common | medium0.66 | — |
| Entry-Level User Experience Designer | common | medium0.70 | — |
| Junior User Experience Designer | common | medium0.68 | — |
| Associate User Experience Designer | common | medium0.60 | — |
| Entry Support | common | medium0.50 | — |
Classification mappingsshow ▾
O*NET / SOC
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