The skills you need, the portfolio that gets interviews and a step-by-step plan to switch careers into UX design.
UX design is one of the most welcoming fields for career changers. Your past experience, whether in hospitality, teaching or retail, is often an advantage.
The core skills
- User research and interviewing
- Wireframing and prototyping
- Visual design basics
- Communication and storytelling
Build a portfolio of 2–3 case studies
Hiring managers care about your process more than polished screens. Show the problem, your research, the options you explored and what you learned.
Landing your first role
Look for junior roles, internships and freelance projects for local businesses and non-profits. Every real project strengthens your story.
