UX Design Hiring in 2024 | Sanjay Raval | Bharat Apat | Ep: 1

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In this podcast, Bharat and Sanjay dive deep into the intricacies of design hiring and recruitment. Bharat, connected with Sanjay since his tenure at Zeta, discusses how Sanjay's guidance helped him navigate the job market. Sanjay, with his extensive experience as a product designer and design recruiter, shares his journey from design to design recruitment. They explore the challenges of hiring quality designers, the functioning of recruitment agencies, and the value of specialized design recruitment services like Being User. The conversation covers key aspects of the design hiring process, including the importance of resumes and portfolios, take-home assignments, and the evolving job market post-pandemic. They also provide valuable advice for design aspirants facing rejections and emphasize the importance of continuous learning and adaptability in the design field.

00:00 Introduction and Background
01:24 Sanjay's Journey into Design
02:08 Challenges in Design Recruitment
03:37 Transition to Design Recruitment
05:27 Founding Being User
14:12 Importance of Resume and Portfolio
22:21 Take Home Assignments Debate
24:14 Evaluating Design Tasks for Job Applications
24:51 Prioritizing Job Applications and Managing Exhaustion
25:40 Understanding the User Journey in Job Applications
26:19 The Role of HR and Hiring Managers in Recruitment
31:35 Impact of Market Trends on Design Recruitment
46:20 Advice for Aspiring Designers Facing Rejections
49:35 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

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