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Aquent

UX Designer IV

Austin, TX · On-site +1

$82.15 - $91.28/hr

Temporary Salary: $82.15-91.28 Hourly up to $91.28/hr Start Date: Aug 17, 2026 This is an ... Rapidly prototype and iterate on new product concepts based on feedback and evolving requirements.

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UX Designer IV

Boston, MA · On-site

$82.15 - $91.28/hr

Temporary Salary: $82.15-91.28 Hourly up to $91.28/hr Start Date: Aug 17, 2026 This is an ... Rapidly prototype and iterate on new product concepts based on feedback and evolving requirements.

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Hearst

Visual Designer (Temporary)

Chicago, IL

$48 - $57/hr

About this job We are looking for a Visual Designer, on a temporary basis, to join iCrossing ... Create and refine design deliverables - including concepts, layouts, prototypes, and presentation ...

iCrossing

Visual Designer (Temporary)

Chicago, IL · On-site

$48 - $57/hr

About this job We are looking for a Visual Designer, on a temporary basis, to join iCrossing ... Create and refine design deliverables - including concepts, layouts, prototypes, and presentation ...

Hearst

Visual Designer (Temporary)

Chicago, IL · On-site

$48 - $57/hr

About this job We are looking for a Visual Designer, on a temporary basis, to join iCrossing ... Create and refine design deliverables - including concepts, layouts, prototypes, and presentation ...

Hearst

Visual Designer (Temporary)

Chicago, IL · On-site

$48 - $57/hr

About this job We are looking for a Visual Designer, on a temporary basis, to join iCrossing ... Create and refine design deliverables - including concepts, layouts, prototypes, and presentation ...

Hearst

Visual Designer (Temporary)

Chicago, IL

$48 - $57/hr

About this job We are looking for a Visual Designer, on a temporary basis, to join iCrossing ... Create and refine design deliverables - including concepts, layouts, prototypes, and presentation ...

Hearst

Visual Designer (Temporary)

Chicago, IL · On-site

$48 - $57/hr

About this job We are looking for a Visual Designer, on a temporary basis, to join iCrossing ... Create and refine design deliverables - including concepts, layouts, prototypes, and presentation ...

Hearst

Visual Designer (Temporary)

Chicago, IL · On-site

$48 - $57/hr

About this job We are looking for a Visual Designer, on a temporary basis, to join iCrossing ... Create and refine design deliverables - including concepts, layouts, prototypes, and presentation ...

Hearst Newspapers

Visual Designer (Temporary)

Chicago, IL · On-site

$48 - $57/hr

About this job We are looking for a Visual Designer, on a temporary basis, to join iCrossing ... Create and refine design deliverables - including concepts, layouts, prototypes, and presentation ...

Hearst

Visual Designer (Temporary)

Chicago, IL · On-site

$48 - $57/hr

About this job We are looking for a Visual Designer, on a temporary basis, to join iCrossing ... Create and refine design deliverables - including concepts, layouts, prototypes, and presentation ...

Hearst Television

Visual Designer (Temporary)

Chicago, IL · On-site

$48 - $57/hr

About this job We are looking for a Visual Designer, on a temporary basis, to join iCrossing ... Create and refine design deliverables - including concepts, layouts, prototypes, and presentation ...

Hearst

Visual Designer (Temporary)

Chicago, IL

$48 - $57/hr

About this job We are looking for a Visual Designer, on a temporary basis, to join iCrossing ... Create and refine design deliverables - including concepts, layouts, prototypes, and presentation ...

iCrossing

Visual Designer (Temporary)

Chicago, IL · On-site

$48 - $57/hr

About this job We are looking for a Visual Designer, on a temporary basis, to join iCrossing ... Create and refine design deliverables - including concepts, layouts, prototypes, and presentation ...

Hearst

Visual Designer (Temporary)

Chicago, IL · On-site

$48 - $57/hr

About this job We are looking for a Visual Designer, on a temporary basis, to join iCrossing ... Create and refine design deliverables - including concepts, layouts, prototypes, and presentation ...

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How much do temporary prototype designer jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for temporary prototype designer in the United States is $40.70, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $29.57 and $52.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Temporary Prototype Designer vs Product Designer?

AspectTemporary Prototype DesignerProduct Designer
CredentialsTypically requires a degree in design, engineering, or related field; proficiency in prototyping toolsRequires a degree in design, UX/UI, or related field; strong portfolio and user-centered design skills
Work EnvironmentContract-based, project-specific, often in design agencies or tech companiesFull-time or freelance, involved in entire product lifecycle in tech, e-commerce, or software firms
Employer & Industry UsageUsed by companies needing quick prototypes or testing conceptsUsed by companies developing products, focusing on user experience and interface design

While both roles involve design and prototyping skills, a Temporary Prototype Designer focuses on creating quick, functional prototypes for specific projects, often on a contract basis. A Product Designer has a broader scope, including user research, UI/UX design, and overseeing the product development process. The choice depends on whether the project requires rapid prototyping or comprehensive product design expertise.

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Infographic showing various Temporary Prototype Designer job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 6% Locum Tenens, 83% Full Time, 7% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 89% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 6% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $84,648 per year, or $40.7 per hour.
UX Designer IV

UX Designer IV

Aquent

Austin, TX • On-site, Remote

$82.15 - $91.28/hr

Temporary

Posted 4 days ago

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Job description

Placement Type:
Temporary
Salary:
$82.15-91.28 Hourly
up to $91.28/hr
Start Date:
Aug 17, 2026
This is an opportunity to shape the user experience for a new suite of AI powered internal tools used by hundreds of employees. As the sole designer embedded within a senior engineering team, you will own the design process across dashboards, workflow automation, CRM systems, reporting tools, and AI agent experiences. Your work will help simplify complex data and workflows while establishing the design foundation for products being built from the ground up.
About the Client
Our client is a leading global technology company focused on building innovative products that help people connect, communicate, and work more effectively. This role supports an internal team developing advanced tools that improve productivity and decision making across the organization.
About the Role
We are seeking a Senior Product Designer to join a small, fast moving team of senior AI engineers. You will serve as the sole designer across multiple internal product surfaces and own the full design lifecycle from research and interaction design through visual design and shipped UI.
This is a remote U.S. contract opportunity, with a preference for candidates who can work within approximately two hours of Central Time. The role is ideal for a self directed designer who is comfortable working independently, managing multiple priorities, and partnering directly with engineers.
What You'll Do
  • Own the end to end design process across 4 to 6 internal product surfaces.
  • Design intuitive experiences for dashboards, CRM systems, workflow automation, reporting tools, and AI powered products.
  • Create interaction patterns for AI agent supervision, automated triage, intelligent recommendations, and real time reporting.
  • Establish and maintain a lightweight design system and shared component library.
  • Partner directly with senior engineers to rapidly move concepts from prototype to shipped product.
  • Simplify complex, multi source data into clear, single screen experiences.
  • Conduct user research and usability testing with internal stakeholders.
  • Rapidly prototype and iterate on new product concepts based on feedback and evolving requirements.

What You'll Bring
Must Have Skills
  • 5 or more years of experience designing complex internal tools, enterprise SaaS products, or developer platforms.
  • Strong interaction design and information architecture skills.
  • A portfolio that demonstrates the ability to simplify complex workflows and data heavy interfaces.
  • Proven ability to operate independently as the sole designer on an engineering focused team.
  • Experience taking products from early concept through final implementation.
  • Strong collaboration and communication skills when working directly with technical teams.

Nice to Have Skills
  • Experience designing AI or machine learning powered features.
  • Experience creating interaction patterns for agentic systems or automated workflows.
  • Experience building and maintaining design systems or shared component libraries.
  • Familiarity with AI development tools such as Claude Code, Codex, or similar platforms.
  • Ability to implement or prototype designs directly using development tools.

Compensation
The target hiring compensation for this role will be shared during the recruiting process.
Compensation is based on several factors including relevant experience, skills, certifications, and location.
What Will Help You Succeed
  • Comfort working as the only designer on a team of senior engineers.
  • Ability to manage several concurrent product surfaces and shifting priorities.
  • Confidence working through ambiguity and rapidly evolving requirements.
  • Strong judgment when balancing speed, usability, and design quality.
  • Ability to gather useful feedback from internal stakeholders and translate it into practical design decisions.

Interview Process
The interview process consists of two rounds:
  • Round 1, 60 minutes: Portfolio review and design challenge walkthrough.
  • Round 2, 45 minutes: Team collaboration and working style discussion with one or two engineers.

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