Getty · 5 hours ago
User Experience Designer
Los Angeles, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid Level
$84K/yr - $111K/yr
3+ years expGetty is a prestigious cultural heritage organization dedicated to furthering the study of the history of art. They are seeking a User Experience Designer to design web applications that showcase art, improve existing products, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to create user-friendly digital experiences.
Museums & Institutions
Responsibilities
Contribute as a hands-on designer for projects on Getty's public-facing digital platform
Collaborate with a team of UX designers and product managers on design strategy
Work on complex problems with guidance from senior teammates and use clear communication to share solutions with the team and stakeholders
Work within an existing design framework and contribute to our design language and design library
Partner with engineers, product managers, and stakeholders to refine requirements for new applications and add new features to existing ones
Design, test, and improve products through each stage of the design lifecycle, including wireframes, visual design, and prototypes
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to articulate design rationale and brainstorm solutions
Integrate stakeholder and user feedback into design deliverables, such as concepts, wireframes, and prototypes
Help maintain the visual brand identity of the organization across all applications
Contribute to documentation of best practices and policies that further UX and digital design across the organization
Participate in representing Getty within the larger field through professional groups and networking events
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in related field
3 years of experience or combination of education and relevant experience
Ability to be on-site in Los Angeles at least one day a week
An interest in the work of cultural heritage and the arts
Experience in product design, UX/UI design, and a proficiency with design tools, including Figma and atomic design systems
A portfolio or case studies that demonstrate your design work and process
Ability to solve problems and communicate them effectively to broader audiences, e.g., in design reviews with stakeholders
Strong organizational skills with attention to detail, e.g., documenting and explaining your design choices
Ability to give and receive feedback from designers and the broader team in order to continually improve quality and learn
Experience in conducting and interpreting user research and testing
Visual design skills, with proficiency in typography, desktop/mobile, color, layout, iconography and understanding how these elements impact product function
A working knowledge of software engineering practices and CSS, and how design and engineering work in partnership
Knowledge of web accessibility, human-centered and universal design principles, and WCAG 2.1
Ability and desire to collaborate with developers, project managers, and subject matter experts to ensure solutions are feasible and meet business and user needs
Ability to collaborate with a wide variety of audiences to amplify our team culture
Benefits
Medical, Dental and Vision insurance coverage, starting on date of hire. Getty pays 75%-95% of the premium, depending on the plan selected.
403(b) Employee Investment retirement plan – with up to 5% Getty Match
Getty contribution of 6%, on behalf of employee, to 401(a) retirement account
Educational Assistance and professional development
Paid Vacation, Sick and Personal Days
12 Paid Holidays
Many positions have bi-weekly Off-Fridays
On-Site Fitness Center at Getty Center
Community service opportunities
Company
Getty
The J. Paul Getty Trust is a cultural and philanthropic institution which promotes critical thinking.
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageLeadership Team
David Newbury
Senior Director, Public Technologies
Recent News
2026-01-17
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