UX Launchpad – Your First Real UX Experience Starts Here
Tired of sending portfolios into the void?
You’re not alone—and you’re not stuck. If you’ve ever thought:
“My case study isn’t real.”
“No one replies to my applications.”
“I’ve never gotten feedback from an actual business.”
“Am I just wasting time?”
UX Launchpad is built for you.
This 5-week program gives you real UX experience—working with real businesses, solving real problems, and creating a portfolio-ready case study you’ll actually be proud of.
💼 What You’ll Do
🌟 Real Projects. Real Business Impact.
You’ll work directly with real companies to tackle authentic UX problems. These aren't made-up briefs—your solutions will shape actual products and services.
🤝 Collaborate With Clients
You’ll engage with stakeholders, present your work, and get business-level feedback. You’ll grow your skills in alignment, communication, and problem-solving.
Projects may include:
• A nonprofit directory for newcomers to Canada
• A Figma plugin for professional designers
• A dashboard for a financial app
🧠 What You’ll Learn
You’ll also get access to expert-led workshops to help you level up:
🎓 How to Get Hired in UX (Without Losing Your Mind)
With Javier Bargas (Former UX Director at Google) & Nina Weber (Former UX Researcher at Google)
🌍 Inclusive User Research
With Code for Canada
🤖 Designers & AI: Level Up Your Creative Power
With Elaine Ann, CXO & Partner at Zenith Venture Studio
🔁 Agile & Scrum for Designers
With Long Yeung, UX Consultant
👥 How You’ll Work
🧑🤝🧑 Team-Based Collaboration
You’ll work in a team of 2–4 designers, learning how to divide tasks, give and receive feedback, and co-create thoughtful, user-centered solutions.
💡 AI-Enhanced Design
You’re encouraged to use AI tools to speed up workflows, explore creative directions, and deliver smarter solutions.
🎯 What You’ll Walk Away With
✅ A real client-backed case study
✅ Proof of collaboration & UX thinking
✅ Experience with real constraints, timelines, and feedback
✅ A stronger, more credible portfolio
🔧 Skills You’ll Build
User research & synthesis
Wireframing & prototyping
Design storytelling & presentation
AI-enhanced UX workflows
Team collaboration & stakeholder communication
📅 Logistics
🕒 Time Commitment: 15–20 hours/week
💻 Platform: IterateUX Discord
💵 Fee: $500 CAD
✨ Payment plans available
💳 Payment Plans & Referral Bonus
3-Part Payment Plan Available
No extra fees or interest — just pay over 3 instalments. Go here to register with a 3 instalment plan.
Refer a Friend and Save 5%
Get 5% off for each friend who joins. You both must register, be accepted, complete payment, and sign the agreement. Your discount will be refunded after.
🚨 Limited Spots — Apply Now!
Registration is now open! But submitting the form does not guarantee a spot — all applications are vetted to ensure a great team fit. Selected participants will receive next steps via email.
👉 Apply now to launch your UX career with purpose.
Questions? Reach out: design.challenge@iterateux.com