Newsela is seeking to hire a Contractor based out of Latin America (Argentina or Mexico) for Mid-Level UI Design Services. Were looking for a Mid-Level UI Designer whos passionate about crafting intuitive, visually compelling user interfaces that come to life through thoughtful interactions & motion. Youll work closely with product managers, engineers, & fellow designers to bring our platform to life, balancing clarity & delight in every screen. This role is ideal for someone who thrives at the intersection of visual design, interaction design, & motion, with a strong grasp of front-end implementation needs.

 Scope of Services: 

• Design polished, accessible interfaces across desktop & mobile experiences
• Develop interaction patterns & motion behaviors that enhance usability & brand cohesion
• Collaborate with UX designers, engineers, & product leads from concept through implementation
• Translate design decisions into clear specs & interactive prototypes
• Evolve & contribute to our design system in partnership with the broader team
• Advocate for the user & help maintain a high design quality bar

Skills / Experience: 

• 35 years of experience in UI/interaction design for digital products
• Strong portfolio demonstrating end-to-end product work, with an emphasis on interface design, interactivity, & motion
• Proficiency in tools like Figma, Rive, After Effects, Principle, or other prototyping/motion tools
• Solid understanding of front-end implementation considerations (HTML/CSS, component libraries, responsive design)
• Ability to give & receive constructive critique & iterate quickly
• Experience in education technology or designing for learners & educators preferred
• Familiarity with agile product development cycles preferred 
• Comfort working within evolving design systems preferred
• Experience designing for accessibility (WCAG, etc.) preferred

Please note that given the nature of the contract, this role will not be eligible to participate in company-sponsored benefits.