Design Is a Job

Most UX/UI designers didn’t plan to be in this profession. Most just “landed here on their creative path. ” Some former architects have become UX/UI designers, as have marketers, bartenders, and developers. The career can seem rewarding at first, but it is important to keep a strong work ethic and know your limits. The book Design is a Job: Designing Web Applications by Mike Monteiro offers good information on making a living as a designer. The book discusses strategy, interface design, and building websites. Design is a Job helps designers understand how to treat design as a serious career by helping them think about how their company treats design and their own responsibilities for quality work.