How I became a UX Designer (In 3 months)
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Becoming a UX Designer was a crazy process! Now that I'm a Sr Lead Product Designer, I wouldn't change a thing about my UX journey.
My path:
UI Designer➡️ UX Designer➡️ Sr Product Designer➡️ Lead Product Designer➡️ Sr Lead Product Designer
Making this career change helped me more than double my income. How did I do this? I will do a video soon and let you know, Subscribe so you get notified.
The important thing to note is that you were already a graphich designer, when you have to learn the graphic design skills it slows you down
True. I'm trying to go into ux from psychology, and it is tiring to try to teach myself Figma and UI skills while also trying to teach myself more ux-related stuff.
@@herreguda6199 don't worry tho, UX is more than just about the graphics, it's a big part of course but the "experience" part is bigger.
“Your first job is not going to be your last job.” - yes!! A thousand times yes. I feel like people put too much pressure on themselves to find the “perfect” job right out of the gates. These days it’s common to change companies/positions every 1-3 years. People shouldn’t sweat so much about not getting the “perfect” job or role right away. There’s nothing wrong with taking a job that’s a good match that will give you the experience you need to get to that “perfect” job. Well said!
I've found peace with this video, not only because of the content but because of this dude's energy
I am currently teaching myself UI/UX, and simultaneously, HTML 5 & CSS, through free online courses.
I love asking a lot of questions too lol. When I came across the UI/UX field, I was also excited that this field existed, because I feel that I will be able to combine my creativity as a photographer, with thinking critically, while developing the way websites & apps function.
I am glad I came across your video right now. Regardless of what I have been learning myself, I was debating whether or not to take a boot camp, but I know that I am more than capable of continuing to teach myself, implement what I am learning, and soon enough land a job.
Thank you for your taking the time to make this video. It gave me some reassurance to keep grinding.
any update?
On which platforms do you take these free courses?
Hey Eduardo, how's UI/UX been going? I currently am learning it from Udemy and just learning. I like it but I'm doubting myself but I'll keep going, hows it been going for you?
@@Raksh95 I ended up officially starting my photography / design business. Photography has always been my main way of making money, so I’m learning to market my business properly to attract the right clients.
I’ve found that photography is super important on many websites, so I definitely see a market in photography and web design.
@@umamoon5585 I was not working last year, so I was able to qualify for financial aid to take a few classes on Coursera. They have an application you fill out with like 6 questions and if you’re approved, which takes about a month, you’re good to go.
Man, I came across this video this morning. I got frustrated due to my long career as a graphic designer. It's a long story that has led me to this point in my life. I've been learning about UX/UI design and been doing research here and there. Recently got back in contact with a former coworker, and he has been a blessing to point in the right direction. I'm learning the fundamentals of Figma and Adobe XD. I was told to do a few simple projects and upload them onto my online portfolio. This video resonates with me. I thought I was the only person who felt that way about graphic design. Thanks for sharing.
I've been watching a lot of videos about UX design by people who have no previous design experience, but your story was the first that really spoke to me. Ugh, the pain of people wanting design work for super low rates and telling you what to do without trusting your expertise! I'm still not sure if UX is right for me, but I really appreciate your take - it's definitely given my a lot to think about as a former graphic designer. Super helpful, thank you for sharing (:
It's the meetup where you met Cliff that READY hit home for me. 07:48 "Look man, there are, 100s of people, who are unqualified that apply to these jobs all the time. What is stopping you from applying to these jobs?" That energy + mindset, I love it!! Thanks for sharing your experience with us.
As a graduating graphic design student that realized recently i'm not fully passionate about graphic design, but instead interested in how the user feels and experience the product from seeing how crappy the hbo max ps4 app is. This video really pushes me to really pursue UX design not for the money but for what I'm passionate about. Thank you!
Hi r u a UX now? What happened
Watching this video is truly inspiring! I appreciate how genuine you are and enjoyed watching the video as I am burnt out from my dead end job and found myself transitioning to UX/UI design. I'm proud of where you are! Hope being a UX/UI designer has been alot better for you!
OMG my head almost fell off I was nodding so much in agreement with you about your experiences as a graphic designer. You nailed everything I'm dealing with on a daily basis. Teach me your wayyyyyyyyyyys!!! I'm ready to jump. After 32 years in the field, I'm beyond burned out!
omg i feel this so deeply in my soullll. i actually quit design in general for a few years and pivoted so hard because I was so frustrated with freelancing, and people's dogs having opinions, people wanting free work and all this other terrible stuff. just getting back in, and figured ux would be better -- thank you so much for your video and big ups to your wife for recommending the shift!
Yesss! I’m finishing up my bachelors in graphic design with an emphasis in web design and was looking into going into UX Design field afterwards. I was freaking out that I was wasting my money thinking that I was going to get wrecked by people in these cert programs through GA and Springboard. I’m glad that it’s not completely necessary to get into the field. Thanks for uploading this!
Man, you are a gem. You deserve like 10 bajillion subscribers. This video validated all of my very specific feelings about being a graphic designer, which is so appreciated because I work from home and sometimes just get trapped in a self-talk negativity loop and start to feel totally hopeless. I've been on the fence about making the jump to UX, but you've inspired me to just go for it. Thank you!!!
Eric, thanks for the video, I enjoyed every bit. I'm a Graphic Designer by trade based in London so I can completely agree with everything you have said in your video. I love it when people say 'can you make things bigger!'. I'll definitely check out your links and self-teaching myself UI / UX Design and I have some stuff created but was waiting to have a complete project done. I won't be waiting anymore. Thanks, man and I'll keep on watching.
Really needed to hear a lot of this. I'm in Atlanta also and currently transitioning into ux.
So thankful I found this video! Everything you mentioned is so helpful for someone who is trying to transition to UX Design. I was contemplating whether to do a boot camp or not, but not having the proper funds for it lol. From my experience in design, I got better just from tackling programs and design tools on my own, and putting work in. Being thrown into the fire is the best way of learning and getting educated. Great video, thanks!
Thanks for your insight man, I love your energy and honesty. I’ve knew about UI/UX for awhile now and been interested in it but what’s preventing me is the fact that I don’t have much of an artistic background..
Thanks for the advice, it does help very much because i want to get into it fast
Thank you for making this video. I really needed to hear your great advice
Out of all the people on youtube, you were the one that I needed to hear tonight. Thank you so much man, you have no idea, but you DO have a new subscriber.
Current Industrial Designer looking to make the switch to UX/UI and was having the hardest time finding videos where someone came from a design background, giving advice on making the switch in specifics to that. Your story was so relatable and so encouraging! Glad to have stumbled across this before jumping the gun on the million options out there.
Thank you so much for this video man, well needed
I’m so glad that i came across this video. I totally needed this.
I stumbled on this as timely validation... I JUST dropped my bootcamp and decided to self-teach - I wasn't getting the value, largely because I am not brand new to design or cross functional corporate projects. I am getting much more out of doing this for myself and know I will learn everything else on the job. Working on my portfolio and applying as soon as I launch it - thanks for the real talk!
Thank you. This is so helpful.
Hey man, stumbling on this video during what seems like a very similar situation to what you went through, currently a designer (motion) and going through the motions and not feeling it and considering a career pivot. Really appreciate your perspective and that your vid felt very straightforward and truthful. Thanks for making the vid and giving a current designer a perspective of someone who used to be one, lot of videos are based on people who had no design experience beforehand, so this was nice. Cheers!
I’m happy that you enjoy the video, and got something out of it. Making a career change can be scary, but if it’s something you want to do, just do it. I think as a designer we have a lot to offer and with your motion background, you would add a lot of value to any team.
I hope that you subscribe to the channel, and look out for more videos in the future.
Thanks for your comment. Oss!
I'm really grateful for stumbling upon this video and your channel. I hope you and your family are prospering and thriving.
Thank you so much for sharing your experience transitioning from graphic design to UI/UX! I am looking to do the same and don't find many resources online about those who already have a design background. I was having a tough time figuring out if I should consider one of those bootcamps or if I could jump right into it. This really helped clear up a lot of questions I had. Thanks again!! Hopefully will be on the other side in a few months myself!
Appreciate you sharing your experience! Thank you!
Thank you for this golden video brutha! I got my degree in Interaction Design & currently working on a UX certificate through Springboard
New fan, glad to hear you did boot camps and used networking to keep learning.
Great advice! Keep going!
I really feel for this video, going through the same thing in my design field. Thinking of transitioning in going onto A New Path thank you for this
Woooo I'm in a very similar boat. I started in graphic design and have been feeling exactly what you described feeling at the end of your graphic design era. I just don't like it anymore and the higher level thinking of UX has attracted me. I just enrolled in General Assembly's immersive UX and I'm so psyched to get into it. I'm definitely going to take your advice about not waiting for the course to end to start applying. Thanks for your content!
I don't know why i feel so much happy to see new peeps from UIUX 😍
best wishes for you, will see you with 1M Subscribers one day 😃
Good luck my man! keep it up.
A very well constracted video, the way of your telling story is something special my friend. I'm entering into business analyst field while may have to work on wireframing and been making UI as habby for past month. You shared lot of knowledge here, Thank you.
Thanks. You give me hope. In the UX track w springboard. I think it helps that you have a graphic design background.
Thank you! As a burnt out architectural interior designer, I needed to hear this! I am also looking to transition into UX design.
Subscribed!
Im happy I could help. Thanks for Subscribing. 🦄
Much needed...much appreciated.
Hey man, thanks so much for this video. I self learned graphic design when I was about 11 and studied a degree that incorporated it. Tried to run my own business in graphic design and came to the same realisations as you. I don't want to be somebody's mouse lmao! (thanks for the laughs). I now work as a Web Developer and again its not something I enjoy much and as I near the end of my contract, I think UX design is the perfect role for me to learn!
Thank you for this video again, I connected with your energy!
I'm ready to take the plunge and make the change!
Omg! All of this yes!! Thanks for this video. I’m tired of feeling like a “tool in a toolbox”
thanks eric! im self-learning ux/product design at the moment and found this video very useful. especially the part where you said to apply to jobs as you're learning. also cool to know you're a blue belt in bjj :) im going to start my first bjj class soon. keep up the content. I'll be watching :D cheers!
I’m happy I could help you. Thanks for taking the time to watch my content. Hey let me know how your first Bjj class goes. I can talk about that for days, lol. Oss!!
RUclips autoplay brought me here and I was not disappointed. Subscribed!
Currently trying to transition from Graphic Design to UI/UX and boom i see your video, thanks for inspiring.
Thank you for this video!
I’m so glad I found your video. Thank you so much for sharing your story and encouraging us to get ready for the job market before completing a bootcamp. It made me realize why I was stuck with the idea that I HAD to finish my 6-8 months boot camp before getting a job. I recently completed a master's in marketing intelligence, and similar to your experience, I came to the realization that I couldn't continue down that path. However, being an international student, I have decided to finish my studies so I could secure a work authorization in the US.
But as in this life nothing is lost, I learned through my studies how to conduct a lot of research, and with my background in creating visual marketing assets as a marketing professional in the past, I've realized I can leverage all of that to position myself in the field once I get fundamental skills in UX.
Literally today, I was desperate praying I could find a solution because I have only nine months left on my work authorization period to secure a job. I know I have to work really really hard to make it happen in this time-frame, but I am so determined to make this career switch. And seeing the possibilities out there brings so much hope. A thousand times thank you 🙏
Thank you so much for this video, I'm currently in bootcamp to become a UX designer but I have a very low confident applying for jobs as I'm studying UX and working at the same time so I feel haven't learn much on my course yet to be able to take on a UX job, considering that I have no design experience so seen your video gives me a head up mood to try applying for UX jobs before I finish my course.
Thanks again God bless 🙏
awesome video, BIG time helpful! all the best to you!
OMG this video is so related!!! I am graphic designer and in 3 years I am so done with this and also financially it's not giving a good pay to people out there and we do so much work but don't get appriciated. I have decided to become a ui ux designer and I am making my portfolio. Yes we all go through this and it's okay to find yourself and your interest. Go get that job you love guyssssss!!!
Thank you for the encouraging video! I am thinking right now to switch to UX, I hope I can make it.. I am already working as a designer, but I feel I need to move on somewhere else.
Great video, and content talking about the realities that we can act now and not wait
Thanks you
Man, I am transitioning from an engineering program (year 2) to graphic design (year one!), I am super excited and I want to learn UX UI by myself at the same time. I was feeling very anxious about the thought of learning it self-taught and all of that... I am just gonna go with the flow, enjoy the learning and take my time. Thank you so much for your input on this topic, really oriented me and most importantly, made me feel like it is a proper, reachable career. Thank you!
I watched this because it is so relatable on so many levels. Thank you for your insight. Please tell me ATL is a hot spot for job opportunity and I am there in a heartbeat!
Congrats! I agree that any design can get extremely subjective.
I used to be a programmer and really struggled with it.I wanted to start my ux career and what i can say its hard to start off.Hoping for the best.Thank you for sharing.
Very helpful. Thank you.
I gave the thousandth subscriber, great video keep going!
I appreciate you!!!!!
Thank you for this video.
Best advice I've watched
"I'm not your mouse." lol
Dudeeeee! Minute 9:34 to 12:20 speaks to me. SO MUCH! Thanks for sharing. :)
I'm currently 4 years into my Graphic Design career and you sound just like me. I'm burnt out and hate everything about Design. I've been thinking about getting into UX and feel that same imposter syndrome. I feel like this is what I need to apply to UX jobs regardless of the requirements.
you are cool! i wish i have graphic design degree too
I'm looking to pivot from 15 years of graphic design and his is EXACTLY what I needed to hear right now!
I am just like you, man.
I just recently started learning UX design in the past month and have just completed my first project. I have a background in industrial and retail design would you advise taking elements from previous projects to place in a portfolio. Thanks for your help the vid taught me a alot
I became a ux designer in 10 minutes. I watched a youtube video then decided to call myself a ux designer.
I’m impressed!
If I got 1 dollar every time I see a funny comment I would be rich
Lmao
Então você vai conseguir entender outro idioma também.
@@anag8754 ya hablo español. falas portuges pero te entendi.
Incredible video I feel I found it at the right moment, also I do bjj too and a fellow blue belt as well!
Oss! It’s nice to meet other people doing BJJ. Where do you train? Also, thanks for watching.
@@UglyUnicorns I train in Canada, Manitoba. Forced to take a break due to covid, but I am so ready to come back lol. Let me know if you ever come to visit!
Hey I’m in the same boat you were in, I have a design background (self taught) and I am looking for a change in career. I’m currently taking an UX course and working toward a certificate. My goal is to land a job by next year, thanks for the video!
This was such an inspiring video! I am a sophomore game design major and just realized that I’m really good at digital design and have been for a while, so I recently decided that I love UI/UX design and I’m currently self teaching myself as a junior designer. So, my goal is to get into a design agency in about a year or two before I graduate, and I wanted to know how you applied to jobs in this area? Like, was it on indeed and the regular job sites specifically in Atlanta or was there certain sites you looked on?
Thank you!
Thanks for your comments. I'm really happy to know that I inspired you. I when you are looking at job please know there difference between the job titles and roles. A lot of new Designer get this wrong and think UI Design is User Experience. UI is a subset of ux. I touched on the methods I used for getting my first ux job in my podcast. Take a look. ruclips.net/video/sld_u8ltFYA/видео.html
Dude I just stumbled upon your channel and I having the same thoughts. I'm employed as a Graphic Designer but I'm tired of the BS. I feel as though I'm asked to do all the wrong things based on the subjective views of others who aren't necessarily subject matter experts. I've started toying with the idea of making the transition to a UX Designer, especially given that I'm also a web developer. However, I'm 42 and not sure if it's too late for me make such a move. What I do know is that I obsess about aesthetics and they way digital products work.
Kerwin Ellis, dude first of all thanks for watching the video. Two, thanks for the comment. Also, I hope you subscribe.
I agree, being a graphic designer is hard because it’s hard to find data that explains why this design is better. It’s pretty much my taste vs your taste, but since you are paying me, your taste has to be better.
The fact that you are a designer and a developer you bring a lot to the table. Not only can you design the UI, but you can also build it as well. But UX is not all about building things. It’s about creating the best experience for your users.
I would say it’s never too late to switch careers man. It’s definitely an investment in money and time to make that career change. If you are toying with the idea, just go ahead and do it now. I would start here www.interaction-design.org/. Not a sponsor but a good resource.
I hope this helps.
wow, honestly i think by now i watched all youtube videos called 'how i became a ux designer' but yours was definitely the one that made me feel energized, optimistic and freaking motivated do just get on with it!!!! (coming from a design background, i was also relieved to hear what you had to say about this)
anyway, i have 2 questions i was curious about:
1- did you apply with the website you showed here? or did you also include old graphic design work?
2- how long did you stay at that first job? did you tell yourself you should stay there one year at least? (cause it looks better in CV?)
Great video thanks for posting. I'm following you on LinkedIn now and may need some advice as I'm breaking into this field.
It's really an inspiring msz for me because right now I am in the same position where I left my job having 8 years of experience in interface design and now I want to start a career in Ui Ux designing. I ll be really grateful if any suggestion you can give me as per my current situation. Thanks in advance
amazing King,.
Your comments about why being a graphic designer is terrible are so accurate. Going through it now, just can't do it anymore. Everyone thinks they are a designer now. Anyway, great videos, thank you!
Also - hilariously the ad that showed during this video was for a Wix logo builder.
Haha
Great video! I like the idea of collaboration.
You might be misinterpreting the situation. As another designer, I think you got that first job because you already knew the people there. Your name was familiar, you had connections, and they knew you were a good designer who was good to work with. I don't think it was your 1/3 way done portfolio that got you in the door
You were mostly right to quit the boot camp because experience is faaarrr more valuable. But most people aren't gonna get there the way you did
Hey,how do you rate figma for ui ux ....
What do you use for ui ux designing...
Nice!
What would you say is the best boot camp for one who has ZERO experience with Design I am currently doing a course in course ra to just learn the basics. But I am beyond scared!
Also great video!
Hey congrats and thanks for the video. Really appreciate the insight/advice and wish you well on all your projects
I am single, so I don't have someone who could support me economically as I pursue ux. Still in my job and trying to go into ux (from my psychology background, which isn't irrelevant, at least), doing courses on the side and trying to teaching myself Figma (and some UI, too, because I don't have your graphic design background). Might check out Springboard...which bootcamp there did you do?
Hi, thanks for this video! I've been looking at online bootcamps as well but REALLY don't want to get in more debt. So do you think me taking only the Code Academy intro course and Coursera Calarts UI/UX course is enough to obtain a career in the field?
dang moved from JSU to Atlanta as well! However, if possible, education is better in Florida for children with special needs.
4:15 - Okay Okay man, that I am with you!! I don't like being said every time !!🐱🏍🐱🏍🐱🏍
Im 22 yo, and im currently at university doing a multimedia desing carreer. I have a bit of free time and i was thinking about doing a UX/UI bootcamp. im a bit scared for not being experiencied enough in the desing world but im very interested and motivated. Should i wait to finish my studies or do you recomend doing the bootcamp in paralell. Love your videos btw!
First off all thanks for watching the videos. I would focus on graduating from college and get that real degree first. Don't over do it or over think it. You really don't need to do a bootcamp to get a UX job. It's about experience really. You could just work on your User Experience skills: user research, information architecture, Interviews, facilitating, user flows, maps, journeys, observation, etc. Get a portfolio together, then try to work for a non profit.
Remember you need a bachelors degree to get most jobs.
You did not get lucky, you put the work in and you have a strong design talent !!!
Hi!! Where can I find example Web design briefs/case studies to practice?
Thanks for this from the bottom of my heart! #realrecognizreal #seullesvraissavent #SUBSCRIBED
Did you had a website or where did you upload your material?
Hi thanks for your video.
I want to move to ux design but what's is bothering me is to know if I can work for a company while living in another country?
Great video, thanks. Do you think that's possible to learn by your own and get a job? Do you have to pay for the tools? (Ex. Sketch, Adobe XD...)
Thanks for watching the video, and thanks for subscribing. I would say anything is possible. You can definitely learn on your own or take a boot camp. It all depends on your needs right? At some point free can only get you so far. Check out my podcast where I talk about Bootcamps. It might help you.
ruclips.net/video/IOLsQSxXYpU/видео.html
To sum up his video
He got a job in ux with little training(barely started his bootcamp) because he had Disney on his resume from his graphic design job.
When you said JU I was like omg because I go to UNF lmao
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any advice for someone who has NO background in graphic design or UX/UI? Where could someone like me start? Free/paid courses? Where can I start a portfolio? Anything would help.
Your background in design basically finessed landing that position.
I didn't finesse anything.
Out of curiosity, did your portfolio also include your previous graphic design work that was unrelated to UX?
That would be a no. Do not show work that is not relevant to the job you are applying for. If you were a graphic designer and wanted to be come a UI designer. Do UI work and show that. I don’t want to see logos and brochures. If you did that I would pass on you quick!
@@UglyUnicorns thanks for the question and reply. on the strength of you, heart, this honest compassionate kind address (truly no sarcasm i felt the care and heads up share. Genuine in your experience) ii subscribe without watching more than 20sec of the video
Can u suggest a ux online bootcamp. Which is cheap but good enough... I have already learned a lot of things but missing out on alot too.. Or if u can suggest udemy courses. That may help. Someone who already knows the tools and how they work
Hey Eric , that mentor ship link is not working, i need guidance from somebody as i am a beginner, i will appreciate it if you are ready to mentor me.
Here is the link. uglyunicorns.com/product/mentorship/ let’s get started.
@@UglyUnicorns glad you replied, I can't afforr your mentorship right now I am student . Will surely contact you once I have enough money thank you !
I totally understand. DM me on instagram and we can set up a time to chat. instagram.com/uglyunicornsdesign/