What Companies Want From UX Right Now
(And what they’re not telling you in the job post)
You’ve seen the posts:
“Hiring for a UX Designer! Must be a unicorn!”
“Looking for a Researcher who’s strategic but can also run usability tests and manage stakeholders and do the thing and…”
The expectations are high.. and the role definitions are vague.
So how do you stand out in 2025?
At UXCON25, we’re bringing in the people who know the answer — because they’re the ones hiring.
What you’ll learn:
✅ Why some candidates get callbacks… and others don’t
✅ What hiring teams actually look for (hint: it’s not just “design perfection”)
✅ How to talk about your skills even if your experience is messy
✅ What will matter most in UX portfolios over the next 1–3 years
And this week only: Save $$$ with our Summer Promo
From now through Sunday, you can take advantage of our limited-time summer promo and save on your ticket… no code needed.
But Before UXCon… Join Us at SYNC UP (It’s Free)
As a way of giving back to the UX community, we’ve made SYNC UP completely free.
This one-night experience is now open to all.
It’s an honest, high-energy conversation between UXers, product managers, and business leaders about what it really takes to build great products together.
Think:
– Candid takes on product tension, ownership, and messy roadmaps
– Real networking (not just swapping LinkedIn handles)
– A chance to win a free UXCON25 ticket
– Plus: free LinkedIn headshots, food, and drinks
Why This All Matters
UXCon25 isn’t just another conference. It’s a career move.
We built it for the designers, researchers, and strategists who are tired of playing the guessing game and want answers, connection, and growth.
When you show up for SYNC UP and UXCON25, you're not just attending events.
You're stepping into rooms where hiring managers, educators, and senior leaders are sharing what they actually look for and how you can meet (and exceed) it.
🎟 Ready?
Secure your ticket before the Summer Promo ends Sunday … no code needed.
We'll see you there,