Summary

User experience is a rewarding career. Successful UX professionals can improve technology so that it is more efficient, effective, and satisfying for those that use it. But where does a career in UX start? In this course, UX expert Ashley Pearson breaks down the sub-disciplines of user experience (the trifecta of design, research, and strategy), so you can learn about the different jobs that align with your strengths and passions. Ashley helps you understand job responsibilities as well as the benefits of working full-time for a company vs. consulting or freelancing. With her guidance, you can create a more compelling resume and portfolio package and make sure that you properly brand yourself as a UX professional. Learning objectives: • What is UX? • Should you be a UX generalist or a specialist? • Available UX career types: design, research, and strategy • Working in-house, consulting, or freelancing • Telling a story with a portfolio and resume • Working with recruiters