UX Designer Test

When looking to fill a UX Designer position, it's important to make sure that the candidate has the skills necessary to do the job. A UX Designer job skills test can help ensure that the candidate is a good fit for the position.

  • What is a UX Designer skills test?

    When crafting a website, a piece of software, or a mobile application, user experience is one of the most important things to consider. Finding the right UX (User Experience) Designer means looking for someone who has the right combination of qualifications and experience as well as the skills, competencies and aptitudes to be successful.

    The UX Designer skills test is a pre-employment assessment that can be administered early in the recruitment process to allow the recruitment team to focus on the applicants who have the right level of skill and ability to be successful.

    It is particularly useful in narrowing down a large candidate pool of similarly qualified applicants by asking a series of questions relating specifically to the range of skills, knowledge and competencies that are needed in the role, and provides simple, objective data that can be used to make the right selection of candidates to take further into the application process.

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  1. What is a UX Designer skills test?
  2. What are the benefits of using the UX designer skills test for pre-screening?
  3. How our test measures UX designer skills
  4. UX Designer Test FAQs

Identify the best candidates and hire faster

Our pre-employment tests let you drill down to the best candidates at the click of a button.

  • Find those candidates who will excel in the role.

    Select the assessments that match the skills or behaviours for the position. You can test for software or coding competency, soft skills like teamwork, or personality traits, to be sure those who pass have high potential.

  • Reduce costs and time.

    No more laborious sifting of resumes or cover letters. Pick your ideal assessment mix, invite your applicants to take them, see the results in your dashboard. Get to the interview stage fast.

  • Eliminate bias.

    All your candidates take the assessments on a level playing field. Only their results determine whether they get shortlisted.

  • What are the benefits of using the UX designer skills test for pre-screening?

    UX designers work with other development professionals to create and design digital products that meet the needs of the client and are easy and intuitive for the customer. They follow clear specifications and guidance created through stakeholder and competitor research, ensuring that the end product meets all needs.

    The UX designer needs to be able to participate in the creation of a content strategy, develop mockups that the programmers and the rest of the development team can use, and coordinate the UI team to ensure that the Information Architecture is structured correctly, with the right navigation, page routing, and page design rules being followed.

    In the test, the UX designer can demonstrate that they have an understanding of the necessary skills and tools needed to create wireframes and prototypes, and to ensure accessibility, usability and intuitiveness through user testing and collaboration with the rest of the development team.

    With so much design knowledge needed, the right UX designer also needs to have certain skills, such as:

    While applicants for the role of a UX designer might have similar qualifications, like a Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design or Digital Marketing, choosing the applicants that also meet the necessary standards in soft skills like communication and teamwork can be difficult when looking at a CV, which is why the UX designer skills test is a useful part of the application process.

    By applying it early in the application process, candidates are screened in a fair and objective way, answering questions based on the actual skills they will need to demonstrate on a day-to-day basis in the role.

    The simple results of the test immediately show which candidates have the knowledge and competencies to make them successful as UX designers, so only the very best candidates need to be taken through to the next round in the recruitment process - saving time and money.

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How our test measures UX designer skills

Test questions are designed to assess industry-specific technical skills, soft skills, aptitude and suitable personality dimensions. Our data-driven approach provides results that enable you to determine how suited is a candidate for the role.

Depending on the type of question, the format of the test may vary. Multiple-choice questions are used to measure aptitude, technical skills and soft skills, while agreement on a Likert scale assesses suitable personality dimensions. Skills tests ensure that candidates are being evaluated in a precise and impartial manner, their results demonstrating the true knowledge and potential of each test taker.

The characteristics required to become a UX designer were determined by looking at the skills and abilities listed in the US Department of Labor’s O*NET database, which collects data from professionals in various fields.

O*NET is the largest database of its kind, providing detailed information about occupations and the requirements for each role.

Our team of I/O psychologists and psychometrics worked closely with subject-matter experts to create an extensive question bank that can be used to test multiple candidates. We also conducted rigorous field testing with a representative sample of candidates to ensure that the questions were reliable and valid.

Test scores are averaged together to give an overall score. The average score is compared to other candidates' scores to ensure there is no bias toward certain candidates.

Our UX designer test is constantly updated and optimized to ensure the best experience and results.

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Picked provides evidence-based recommendations for tests to use for over 750 jobs. Our recommendation engine leverages data from the Occupational Information Network (O*NET) developed by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA).

  • Assessments

    A full suite of assessments

    Our platform comes with 12 tests across both foundation and advanced levels so they’re suitable for everyone. Including aptitude, behavioural and personality tests, you’ll have a full range of tests to help you find the candidates you’re seeking.

  • Analytics

    An array of candidate metrics

    For each of your candidates, you’ll be given a comprehensive report. Included will be all the metrics you need to build a detailed picture of each candidate and ensure you’re making the right hiring decisions.

“The platform is so simple to use. I had used competitor providers for over six years and will never go back. Fast, efficient and friendly!”
Greg Chambers, HR Business Partner, Littlefish Ltd
Greg Chambers, HR Business Partner, Littlefish Ltd

UX Designer Test FAQs

What are some of the biggest challenges in UX design?

Creating a usable, functional and intuitive website, piece of software, or mobile application is only one part of the challenge in UX design - it also needs to meet the needs of the client and provide the right information and service to the customer. This is why development is a team effort and requires many participants to get it right.

Should UX designers know how to write code?

There are no requirements for UX designers to know how to write code, but an understanding of programming languages will help make it easier for them to collaborate with other members of the development team, including the programmers because they will be aware of what can and cannot be achieved in the code.

Can I see what the test is like?

Yes, of course. You can try the test for free by signing up for a free trial.

Are these tests available in my plan?

We have a range of plans available. The difference between the plans is the number of test attempts permitted, not the type of tests. All our plans include our full test suite comprising all tests and all levels.

“An unbeatable service, impressive platform and fantastic value for money.”
Laurence Fishman, Partner, NLPCA
Laurence Fishman, Partner, NLPCA

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