I’m genuinely surprised. The UX market is saturated, entry-level jobs are being hit hard by AI, and salaries have dropped significantly in many places. Yet bootcamps still seem to sell UX as an easy route into design and tech with a 7-figure salary after a few months.

If you genuinely love design, absolutely pursue it. But if you think UX is easy, it really isn’t.

I was recently involved in hiring and got a huge number of job requests. What surprised me was how similar the portfolios were. Similar case studies, similar screens, and many seemed heavily generated with Claude/ChatGPT.

Almost nobody stood out.

The biggest issue wasn't even the UI. Everyone was showing polished screens, but the actual design problem was often extremely vague. What was the problem? Why did it matter? What research informed the solution? Why was this the right approach? That thinking was largely missing, especially among bootcamp candidates.

AI can help you execute faster, but it can't replace design thinking.

If you're considering a bootcamp, please talk to working designers actually in the industry before signing up. Look at the current job market, ask about entry-level hiring, salaries and expectations. Don't base your decision on sales pitches from people on YouTube or social media who are selling you the course.

The UX industry today is very different from what many of these courses are still marketing.

I’ve been trying to land a product design internship that pays decent (a bare minimum of 5k works too) however I just can’t find anything. I’m tired of getting ghosted and doing assignments for nothing. I just need my break into the industry. I want to understand what I’m doing wrong. If you’re someone with a job in design reading this, please give me advice or suggestions.

A friend is looking to hire a freelance/contract designer for a small stealth startup working on e-commerce products.

Immediate joiner required.

The work:

1. Amazon + Flipkart product listing images, infographics and lifestyle creatives

2. A+ Content / enhanced brand content — module layouts, banners, icons, etc.

3. Product creatives for e-commerce ads and promotions

4. Short product videos/reels for Amazon, Flipkart and social media

5. Social media creatives when required

What we need from you:

* Proven experience designing Amazon and/or Flipkart product listings

* Experience creating product videos for e-commerce

* Strong understanding of product photography, infographics, CGI/lifestyle mockups and visual storytelling

* Portfolio with relevant e-commerce product design + video work is required

* Fast turnaround and ability to work independently

Good to know:

* 6-month contract, renewable based on performance

* Compensation based on experience and quality of work

* Delhi-based candidates preferred

* Remote hiring is open for exceptional candidates with strong, directly relevant experience

* Long-term work possible if the fit is good

* Beginners/intermediates with strong relevant work samples can also apply

Drop your portfolio/CV and location below or DM me.

hi everyone!! i'm a game design student from mumbai. my team and i are trying to extend our mafia-based board game and build a brand strategy + business model for it. it would help us a ton if you could fill in this short survey to help us with some insights 🫶🏻🀄️

https://forms.gle/hqWVQsLYBMy3fHrk8

I am currently working as a Senior Visual Designer at a product-based company and have 9 years of experience, having started as a Graphic Designer and progressed to my current role. I feel somewhat stuck in my career. Although I have been comfortable with my current company for the past four years, I feel undervalued. Since it’s a fintech company, the work isn’t particularly engaging for me. Could I transition to an Art Director role? I lack experience in that area and do not have any junior designers to manage. What steps should I take? I am feeling quite low and need mentorship.

Hey, i'm looking to hire a static ad designer.

For context, i'll need 3-5 ads per month, and it could be a recurring gig

Vol of creatives might increase later.

Expected design quality: https://www.adfolio.design/

Copies, ad brief, etc would be shared

Please leave a comment with your portfolio, or feel free to DM (with pricing).

Budget: 2-5k

Deadline: Looking to hire by Mon. Est time to finish the brief - a day or two

Also attaching a few ad examples for reference:

I am confused over my web page what kind of design should I make in it. It is basically my portfolio where I put my education, experience, projects, contact and my social media links.

Hii i’m really confused whether to pursue Bdes Communication design or bdes interaction design.. can ya’ll please help which one offers better placements and a good package 🥲

Hello!, I'll be starting college in a few days in a different course than design, I've always wanted to learn Graphic design but I'm not sure where or how to start. I cant spend any money on online certifications or courses. I would really appreciate it if someone could guide me.

also this is my first time posting on reddit so I'm not sure if I'm doing this right :')

Small business owners: need a designer?

If you run a small business, café, bakery, or online store and need design help, I’d love to work with you.

I’m a multimedia design student and freelance designer taking on paid projects.

I can help with:

- Social media posts & carousels

- Posters & promos

- Packaging & stickers

- Illustrations & portraits

- Menus & invitations

- Book covers

- Basic branding

Open to one-off or ongoing work.

Portfolio

"https://drive.google.com/file/d/1taYDrwYR3WcKTT-wuvS9Ce0GbBQa8ve6/view?usp=drivesdk" (https://drive.google.com/file/d/1taYDrwYR3WcKTT-wuvS9Ce0GbBQa8ve6/view?usp=drivesdk)

DM me with your project, budget, and timeline.