Digital Designer

Digital Designer / UX Designer Salary: £30,000 - £34,000 Contract Type: Full time, permanent Benefits: Tax free EOT bonus, private healthcare scheme inc dental & optical cover, enhanced pension scheme, unlimited holidays, flexible working Location: North Leeds office, hybrid first business Reporting to: Head of Web Line reports: N/A Life at First Event We’re a global 360 conference and events agency and have been one of the UK’s leading event companies for over 20 years. But no matter how long we’ve been around, one thing that never gets old is our deep-rooted passion for creating jaw-dropping events all around the world. First Event is only as good as the people who work here, and you won’t find another workplace culture like ours. Whilst a clear strategy is important for business growth, it means nothing without the people that make the magic happen. We are firm believers that our success depends on our people, so we want every single person in the First Event Fam to love what they do and to be proud of the events they create. That's why in 2021 we decided to become an employee-owned company. This decision not only secured our strong ethos, creative freedom and core values, but also cemented the future independence of our team. Our employee council, made up of members from each department, work closely with our management team to create a fun and encouraging environment that allows us all to flourish and thrive. And did we also mention that we are one of The Sunday Times’ Best Places to Work? So, you want to work for us? Good choice. We quite like it here too. We promise you a warm welcome, some pretty cool perks, access to ongoing development opportunities and that, while you will work hard, you will also definitely have a lot of fun along the way About The Role There’s never been a more exciting time to join First Event - as we realise our ambition to become a strategic, fully integrated agency we’re looking for a number of key roles to add to our brilliant creative team. We’re looking for a talented Digital Designer / UX Designer to join our Web and App Development team and bring creativity, technical expertise, and a user-focused approach to our projects. As a Digital Designer / UX Designer, you will collaborate with developers, project managers, and clients to design and deliver engaging, responsive digital solutions tailored to each event’s unique needs. From crafting intuitive user journeys to ensuring seamless implementation, you will play a key role in enhancing our digital offerings and delivering exceptional experiences for our clients and their audiences Main Duties & Responsibilities Design & Development: Create visually stunning, user-friendly websites and event apps that enhance the delegate journey Design wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity visuals, ensuring alignment with user experience and accessibility standards User-Centric Approach: Conduct user research and testing to inform design decisions and optimise the user journey Ensure designs are responsive, accessible, and tailored to diverse audiences Collaboration & Implementation: Work closely with developers to translate designs into functional digital products Utilise platforms such as WordPress, Figma and Flutterflow to design and develop websites and apps that meet client needs Innovation & Standards: Maintain and evolve design standards and guidelines to align with client brands and project requirements Stay updated on industry trends, tools, and emerging technologies to drive innovation and continuous improvement Personal Specification Proven experience as a Digital Designer or UX Designer, with a strong portfolio showcasing web and app designs Proficiency in design tools such as Figma, Adobe Creative Suite, or similar platforms Solid understanding of UX principles, user-centered design, and accessibility standards Hands-on experience with platforms like WordPress and Flutterflow, with the ability to create and customize web and app solutions Familiarity with front-end technologies (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Flutter) Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail Excellent communication and teamwork abilities, with a collaborative approach to working with clients and internal teams Passion for creating innovative, high-quality digital solutions that delight users and meet project goals Our Values We love that our vibrant team is made up of so many different personalities. No matter how different we are, we’re all united by our core First Event values, which sum up the kind of people we’re looking for. These are the values that bring us together, make us a force to be reckoned with and help us deliver the outstanding events we’re globally recognised for.

Location: Leeds, GB

Posted Date: 1/12/2025