by Terrance Ellis | Sep 11, 2025 | Uncategorized
Drive research, strategy, and user experience design to craft seamless, user-focused digital products for high-profile clients.
About Blacksmith Agency
Blacksmith Agency is a boutique digital agency based in Phoenix, AZ, specializing in custom website design and development. By forging digital products rooted in user expectations and data, Blacksmith helps partners grow, innovate, and exceed business objectives. Our client list includes Google, General Electric, Voss Water, Arizona State University, and many more.
Schedule
- Full-time
- 100% Remote
- Project-based collaborative workflow
Responsibilities
- Lead research on industry trends, competitive landscapes, and consumer insights to guide design direction.
- Conduct discovery sessions, stakeholder interviews, analytics reviews, and user research.
- Plan and implement seamless user experiences for multiple key audiences.
- Translate complex human motivations into functional and visually compelling digital products.
- Develop research-driven recommendations and digital strategies aligned with client goals.
- Guide clients and internal teams to ensure strategic cohesion across projects.
- Prepare and deliver impactful presentations for clients and internal stakeholders.
- Facilitate workshops to align business goals and user needs.
- Build user journey maps, navigation designs, wireframes, and sitemaps to support end-to-end experiences.
- Develop content strategies (taxonomy, editorial calendars, brand voice guides, etc.) for clients.
- Collaborate closely with creative teams to refine project direction.
- Maintain an in-depth understanding of client businesses and competitors’ online presence.
- Provide ongoing strategic and tactical advice to support digital marketing efforts.
Requirements
- 4–8 years of combined experience in brand, UX, and digital strategy.
- Strong understanding of brand architecture and ability to generate original concepts based on research and consumer insights.
- Experience leading UX processes for websites, campaigns, and large-scale brands.
- Proficiency in conducting contextual inquiry research (stakeholder/user interviews, focus groups, etc.).
- Strong knowledge of web usability, design best practices, and emerging digital trends.
- Skilled at facilitating workshops with senior clients.
- Strong analytical, organizational, and communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects in fast-paced environments.
- Strong presentation and client-facing skills with the ability to distill complex research into actionable strategies.
- Curiosity, humility, and a passion for creating impactful digital experiences.
Benefits
- Competitive salary and benefits package
- 100% Remote flexibility
- Opportunity to shape and evolve Blacksmith’s digital strategy process
- Collaboration with an award-winning creative and development team
If you’re ready to lead UX strategy and create user-focused digital experiences for top-tier clients, Blacksmith wants to hear from you.
Happy Hunting,
~Two Chicks…
by Terrance Ellis | Sep 11, 2025 | Uncategorized
Lead custom WordPress development projects from the ground up while guiding a talented dev team toward clean, scalable solutions.
About Blacksmith Agency
Blacksmith Agency is a boutique digital agency based in Phoenix, AZ, specializing in high-end custom website design and development. We partner with major clients like Google, General Electric, Voss Water, and Arizona State University to forge innovative, user-driven digital products that deliver results.
Schedule
- Full-time
- 100% Remote (work from home)
- Collaborative project-based workflow
What You’ll Do
- Lead and conduct code reviews to ensure clean, scalable development practices.
- Advise clients on solutions that align with business needs and goals.
- Scope, architect, and build complex custom WordPress or ecommerce projects.
- Write expert-level code in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and PHP.
- Manage MySQL databases and leverage advanced WP plugin tools like ACF.
- Build responsive, cross-browser websites from scratch (no page builders).
- Translate Figma designs into polished, interactive web experiences.
- Optimize applications for performance, scalability, ADA compliance, and SEO best practices.
- Collaborate with UX/UI designers and backend developers to bridge design and technical implementation.
- Proactively test across browsers and iterate through bugs.
What You Need
- 5+ years of professional web development experience.
- Advanced knowledge of custom WordPress theme/plugin development.
- Strong expertise in PHP, MySQL, HTML, CSS, JavaScript.
- Hands-on experience with SASS/SCSS/LESS, Flexbox, Git/Bitbucket.
- Proven ability to scope projects and deliver solutions independently.
- Strong communication skills with clients and internal teams.
- Agency experience (3+ years) preferred.
Bonus Skills
- Familiarity with Angular, React, ES6/vanilla.js, or Gutenberg blocks.
- Experience with Laravel, NodeJS, or CodeIgniter.
- Knowledge of task runners (Gulp/Grunt/Webpack) and JS compilers (Babel).
- Pre-sales experience with SOWs or RFPs.
- Testing and QA experience.
Benefits
- Competitive pay and benefits package
- 100% Remote flexibility
- Growth opportunities at an award-winning digital agency
If you’re ready to lead high-end custom builds and set the standard for clean, elegant development, Blacksmith wants to hear from you.
Happy Hunting,
~Two Chicks…
by Terrance Ellis | Sep 11, 2025 | Uncategorized
Bring innovative, user-centered web experiences to life with Blacksmith Agency.
About Blacksmith Agency
Blacksmith Agency is a boutique digital agency based in Phoenix, AZ, specializing in custom website design and development. We forge digital products and online experiences rooted in user expectations and data, helping top clients like Google, General Electric, Voss Water, and Arizona State University grow, innovate, and exceed business objectives.
Schedule
- Full-time
- 100% Remote (work from home)
- Collaborative, project-driven environment
Responsibilities
- Lead the full design process, including conceptualization, wireframing, storyboarding, and final layouts for web and mobile.
- Apply modern branding styles and design trends to deliver visually compelling digital products.
- Conduct user research to uncover needs and design workflows, interactions, and strategies that align with insights.
- Collaborate with developers to translate designs into functional, interactive digital experiences.
- Communicate design purpose and strategy effectively to clients and internal teams.
- Evangelize user-centered design practices and contribute to sales pursuits with design expertise.
- Work on diverse projects across industries, from SMB to enterprise clients.
- Maintain organized design files, layers, and folders with attention to detail.
- Apply feedback constructively to iterate and deliver polished end products.
Requirements
- 5+ years of website design experience.
- Proficiency with Figma.
- Skills in Photoshop, Adobe XD, or Sketch are a plus.
- Strong portfolio showcasing elegant, impactful web design projects.
- Experience with motion design and prototyping a plus.
- Basic knowledge of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
- Strong communication, organization, and collaboration skills.
Benefits
- Competitive pay
- 100% Remote work flexibility
- Growth opportunities at an award-winning digital agency
If you’re passionate about creating bold, user-centered web experiences and thrive on collaboration, Blacksmith Agency is the place for you.
Happy Hunting,
~Two Chicks…
by Terrance Ellis | Sep 11, 2025 | Uncategorized
Help shape the future of competitive gaming with PlayStation’s Repeat.gg platform.
About PlayStation / Repeat.gg
PlayStation is a global leader in entertainment, known for PlayStation®5, PlayStation®4, PlayStation®VR, PlayStation®Plus, and acclaimed titles from PlayStation Studios. Repeat.gg, part of the PlayStation family, is a premier online platform for esports tournaments. Together, we push boundaries in gaming while building inclusive, engaging, and data-driven experiences for players worldwide.
Schedule
- Contract position
- Remote work based in Australia (Brisbane preferred)
- Collaborative environment with cross-functional teams
Responsibilities
- Maintain and evolve UI/UX design for web and mobile applications (iOS/Android).
- Design and deliver user flows, wireframes, mockups, and prototypes aligned with business goals.
- Ensure all designs follow brand, platform, and design system guidelines.
- Collaborate with product managers, developers, and stakeholders throughout the design process.
- Own and manage reusable design components in Figma.
- Conduct competitive analysis and benchmark against industry standards.
- Stay current on UI/UX trends, tools, and best practices.
- Support agile processes by contributing design deliverables during sprints.
- Document design systems, guidelines, and developer handoff materials.
Requirements
- 5+ years of professional experience in UI/UX design for web and mobile applications.
- Strong portfolio showcasing design thinking, user flows, and polished UI.
- Proficiency in Figma and experience with established design systems.
- Solid understanding of user-centered design, accessibility, and responsive design.
- Ability to create user journeys, wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity visuals.
- Strong collaboration skills in agile, cross-functional teams.
- Excellent communication and presentation skills.
- Detail-oriented and passionate about delivering intuitive, pixel-perfect designs.
- Bonus: Familiarity with HTML/CSS/React for better collaboration with engineering teams.
Benefits
- Opportunity to design for a global gaming audience under the PlayStation brand.
- Collaborative, innovative culture driven by technology and play.
- Inclusive, diverse workplace where all employees are empowered.
Join PlayStation and Repeat.gg to design engaging experiences for millions of gamers worldwide.
Happy Hunting,
~Two Chicks…
by Terrance Ellis | Sep 11, 2025 | Uncategorized
Join a people-first, developer-owned, remote-friendly team where thoughtful design directly impacts how clients experience custom software solutions. This role is perfect for an experienced UX professional ready to lead user experience for complex web applications and collaborate closely with stakeholders.
About Simple Thread
Simple Thread is a developer-owned software consultancy committed to building intuitive, impactful solutions. Founded on transparency, empathy, and collaboration, we help small and medium-sized clients solve complex business problems with custom software. Our team values balance, humility, and craftsmanship, creating an environment where both clients and employees thrive.
Schedule
- Full-time, remote role (with preference for candidates within 2 hours of Richmond, VA for periodic onsite meetings).
- Flexible work schedule with strong work-life balance.
- Limited travel requirements.
What You’ll Do
- Lead UX design on small, medium, and large-scale projects with support from design leadership.
- Conduct user research, discovery sessions, and stakeholder interviews.
- Create wireframes, user flows, and research documentation to inform design.
- Develop user-friendly experiences based on research and business goals.
- Define and maintain research and testing processes, including usability testing.
- Collaborate with clients, stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to align product goals with user needs.
- Provide mentorship, feedback, and support to less experienced designers.
What You Need
- 4–10 years of professional UX design experience.
- Proven ability to lead UX design for custom and complex web applications.
- Strong skills with design tools (Figma preferred; Sketch, Adobe Suite, or InVision acceptable).
- Experience with contextual inquiry and user research methods.
- Skilled in creating design artifacts such as user journeys, JTBD, scenarios, and service blueprints.
- Strong communication, organizational, and stakeholder management skills.
- Ability to work independently and collaboratively, meeting deadlines with attention to detail.
- Eagerness to apply Object Oriented UX (OOUX) principles.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation package.
- Medical and dental insurance, 401k with employer contributions, and FSA.
- Generous time off and flexible scheduling.
- Collaborative, supportive team culture with strong work-life balance.
- Professional growth opportunities with impact-driven projects.
Take the next step in your UX career and help shape custom solutions that make a difference.
Happy Hunting,
~Two Chicks…
