Summary: Seeking a talented Lead UX/UI & Web Designer to own design projects from concept to completion, focusing on high-quality creative assets for e-commerce and DTC brands. Highlights: 1. Opportunity for creative freedom and professional growth 2. Build portfolio-worthy work for industry-leading brands 3. Shape success of multiple projects with design vision and expertise We’re Hiring: LEAD UX/UI \& Web Designer\-Latin America residents only **Full\-Time \| 40 hours per week \| 8hrs a day \| EST** We’re working on exciting e\-commerce and direct\-to\-consumer projects for 2026\. This is a unique opportunity to work closely with a visionary founder who gives designers creative freedom and trust to deliver exceptional work without micromanagement. We’re seeking a talented, detail\-oriented **Lead UX/UI \& Web Designer** who can take ownership of design projects from concept to completion. This role offers strong exposure, professional growth, and the opportunity to build portfolio\-worthy work for industry\-leading brands. **Position Overview** This role is primarily focused on designing high\-quality creative assets for e\-commerce and DTC brands while maintaining a strong standard for visual polish, usability, and consistency. You’ll work in a fast\-paced, collaborative environment where your design vision and expertise directly shape the success of multiple projects. We are looking for candidates with **proven DTC/e\-commerce experience**, ideally within **beauty, food, wellness, or lifestyle brands**. Experience in this space is **non\-negotiable**. Additionally, we require someone with **leadership experience in the creative industry**, similar to an **Art Director** role, with strong hands\-on creative expertise. This leadership background is also **non\-negotiable**, as this person will eventually **lead the creative team**. **Key Responsibilities** * Design websites and landing pages from concept through final design delivery, with a focus on e\-commerce and DTC brands * Create wireframes, high\-fidelity designs, and prototypes in Figma * Iterate on designs based on feedback from internal stakeholders * Contribute to shaping creative direction and visual standards across web projects * Present design work clearly to the internal team and occasionally to clients * Review live or staged builds to ensure alignment with final design files * Flag visual, layout, or usability issues and coordinate with development partners to resolve them * Help maintain consistency across pages, templates, and experiences * Maintain and evolve basic design systems, UI patterns, and style guidelines * Support ad\-hoc design needs including pitch decks, marketing assets, and internal creative projects * Bring fresh, creative ideas to each project, going beyond templates and AI\-generated solutions **Required Qualifications** **Essential** * **Non\-negotiable\- Leadership experience in the creative industry**, similar to an **Art Director** role, with strong experience on the creative work. * **Non\-negotiable\- Proven DTC/e\-commerce experience**, ideally within **beauty, food, wellness, or lifestyle brands**. * Strong UX/UI and web design experience, ideally with e\-commerce or DTC brands * Excellent Figma skills, including components, auto\-layout, and prototyping * Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator) or similar design tools * Strong visual taste with exceptional attention to spacing, hierarchy, typography, and detail * Comfortable reviewing builds and providing clear design feedback to developers * Highly organized, communicative, and able to manage multiple projects simultaneously * Thrives in a fast\-paced, collaborative environment * Self\-directed and able to deliver quality work with minimal supervision * Portfolio demonstrating clean, modern, conversion\-focused design work **Preferred** * Previous experience as a team lead or creative director at a creative or ad agency * Experience working with TV channels, YouTube channels, or media production companies * Strong understanding of current design trends and ability to keep designs fresh and modern * Experience with conversion rate optimization (CRO) and data\-driven design decisions * Basic understanding of HTML/CSS and responsive design principles **Why This Role Matters** This role helps ensure every website shipped feels intentional, polished, and aligned with high creative standards. You’ll play a key part in elevating design quality while collaborating closely with a small, experienced core team. The exposure gained from working on high\-level e\-commerce and DTC projects offers strong potential for career advancement and portfolio development. **Success Metrics** * **Design Excellence:** Consistently delivers polished, on\-brand designs that require minimal revisions and exceed expectations for visual quality and attention to detail * **Creative Problem\-Solving:** Translates creative briefs into innovative design solutions that balance aesthetics, conversion optimization, and user experience * **Collaborative Impact:** Builds strong working relationships with developers and stakeholders, providing clear design direction and constructive feedback that elevates final deliverables **Job Offer:** * $1,800 – Starting pay (Evaluation Period) * $2,000 – After 6 months \+ activation of benefits **Benefits:** * Quarterly wellness benefits budget * Local gym membership allowance * Christmas gift, in behalf of the company * Birthday gift, in behalf of the company * Upskilling and personal development seminars * 10 PTO credits * Work from home set\-up * Paid US Holidays Apply here: https://proximityoutsourcing.com/were\-hiring\-lead\-ux\-ui\-web\-designer\-latin\-america\-residents\-only/ Job Type: Full\-time Pay: From R$9,395\.82 per month Work Location: Remote