/capabilities/ux-designer-level-matrix/
This matrix outlines the combination of skill levels that define the role levels within the UX Designer role.
Basic knowledge of the role and general interest and enthusiam about learning more.
| Skill | Level |
|---|---|
| Agile mindset | Knowing |
| Communication | Knowing |
| Team collaboration | Knowing |
| Evidence- and context-based design | Knowing |
| Working within constraints | Knowing |
| Leadership and guidance | Knowing |
| Prototyping | Knowing |
| Strategic thinking | Knowing |
| Human-centered | Knowing |
| Inclusive design mindset | Knowing |
A balance of working independently and working with guidance from more experienced team members. About a 50/50 split.
| Skill | Level |
|---|---|
| Agile mindset | Knowing |
| Communication | Applying |
| Team collaboration | Applying |
| Evidence- and context-based design | Knowing |
| Working within constraints | Applying |
| Leadership and guidance | Knowing |
| Prototyping | Applying |
| Strategic thinking | Knowing |
| Human-centered | Applying |
| Inclusive design mindset | Knowing |
Solidly independent and sharing knowledge and experience with others that they can apply or adopt in their work. About a 50/50 split.
| Skill | Level |
|---|---|
| Agile mindset | Applying |
| Communication | Sharing |
| Team collaboration | Sharing |
| Evidence- and context-based design | Sharing |
| Working within constraints | Applying |
| Leadership and guidance | Applying |
| Prototyping | Sharing |
| Strategic thinking | Applying |
| Human-centered | Sharing |
| Inclusive design mindset | Sharing |
An experienced contributor guiding others with expert-level knowledge and experience in two or three skills. Sharing in nearly all others.
| Skill | Level |
|---|---|
| Agile mindset | Sharing |
| Communication | Sharing |
| Team collaboration | Sharing |
| Evidence- and context-based design | Applying |
| Working within constraints | Guiding |
| Leadership and guidance | Sharing |
| Prototyping | Guiding |
| Strategic thinking | Sharing |
| Human-centered | Guiding |
| Inclusive design mindset | Sharing |
A recognized leader, guiding others in best-practice in at least 70% of the skills.
| Skill | Level |
|---|---|
| Agile mindset | Guiding |
| Communication | Guiding |
| Team collaboration | Sharing |
| Evidence- and context-based design | Guiding |
| Working within constraints | Sharing |
| Leadership and guidance | Guiding |
| Prototyping | Guiding |
| Strategic thinking | Sharing |
| Human-centered | Guiding |
| Inclusive design mindset | Guiding |