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UX Design Challenge | Aug-Sep 2025

Real Projects, Real Impact

Want to boost your UX skills with hands-on projects, client interactions, and teamwork? Join IterateUX's new Design Challenge and add a meaningful, client-backed case study to your portfolio.

Invite a friend to join the Design Challenge and get an additional 5% OFF! [See below for more details]

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Expert-Led Workshops to Supercharge Your UX Journey

As part of the design challenge experience, participants will gain exclusive access to four hands-on workshops led by industry experts.

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Save Your Spot — Pricing Options

Referral Program

When you refer someone who joins the challenge, you’ll get an extra 5% off for each person you refer, on top of your early bird discount. See below for more details.

Pay in 3 Instalments

We understand that upfront costs can be a barrier, so we now offer the ability to pay your registration fee in 3 monthly instalments— interest-free and without extra fees.

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Refer a Friend and Save More

Invite a friend to join the Design Challenge and unlock extra savings!

You get an additional 5% off for each friend you refer—on top of the existing 20% early bird discount.

To qualify for the 5% referral bonus:

  1. Both you and your friend must register for the challenge.

  2. Both must pass our vetting process.

  3. Both must complete payment and sign the participation agreement.

Once all steps are complete, your 5% bonus will be refunded back to you.

There’s no limit to how many people you can refer—more friends = more savings!

Single Payment

Pay once, no fuss. Best for: Those who prefer to pay upfront and be done.

$500(One time payment)

Includes

  • Additional 5% if you use our referral program
  • Full access to the Design Challenge
  • Participation in real client projects
  • 4 expert-led workshops
  • Mentorship and feedback opportunities
  • A portfolio-ready case study
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3-Month Instalment Plan

No interest, no extra fees. Best for: Anyone who wants more financial flexibility.

$166.67/month for 3 months

Includes

  • Additional 5% if you use our referral program
  • Full access to the Design Challenge
  • Participation in real client projects
  • 4 expert-led workshops
  • Mentorship and feedback opportunities
  • A portfolio-ready case study
  • Spread payments across 3 months
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Why should you join the Challenge?

There is a lot for you to gain!

Professional & Career Development

Real-World Experience

Collaborate with actual businesses on live design problems, not just hypothetical case studies.

Portfolio-Worthy Project

Walk away with a polished case study to showcase in their UX/UI portfolio.

Mentorship

Receive expert guidance from seasoned designers throughout the project if needed.

Career Boost

Gain experience that makes them stand out to recruiters and hiring managers.

Skill Application

Apply UX and UI methods in a real project, improving research, design, and problem-solving abilities.

Learning & Growth

Workshops & Training

Attend hands-on, practical workshops covering essential design and collaboration skills.

Use of AI Tools

Learn how to leverage AI in their UX process for efficiency and innovation.

Feedback Opportunities

Receive constructive feedback from mentors, peers, and possibly the businesses.

Networking & Community

Connect with Peers

Collaborate with fellow designers across experience levels.

Build Industry Relationships

Work directly with business owners and stakeholders.

Join a Creative Community

Become part of a supportive and inspiring design network.

Confidence & Credibility

Increased Confidence

Practice leading or collaborating in a design project from start to finish.

Recognition

Get acknowledged for your contributions—shoutouts on social media and a certificate of completion.

Client Communication Practice

Improve your ability to work with clients and explain design decisions.

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Register to Pay in 3 Instalments!

Who is this for?

There's something in it for you, regardless of your level of UX experience!

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For Junior Designers or Career Switchers

Tired of hypothetical case studies? Join the challenge to work with real businesses on actual UX problems. Build confidence, get mentored if you need it, learn through expert workshops, and finish with a portfolio project that proves you can design in the real world—not just the classroom.

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For Mid-Level Designers

Take on a real challenge, not just another Dribbble shot. Collaborate with businesses, improve your design process under mentorship, and sharpen your storytelling through workshops. Walk away with a standout project that shows you're ready for the next step in your career.

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For Senior Designers

Showcase your leadership and strategy skills by guiding a real business through a design challenge. Whether you’re leading the charge or being a part of a team, this is your chance to demonstrate senior-level impact and create a portfolio piece that speaks to your strategic thinking.

How does this work?

Kickoff Date: August 1st, 2025

Join a live Zoom kickoff with all participants and businesses. You’ll receive:

  • Your project brief

  • Your assigned business and team

Duration: 5 Weeks

  • Week 1: Get to know your brief, team & client. Build your 4-week project plan.

  • Weeks 2–5: Execute the project with your team.

Weekly Workshops

1 per week, Weeks 1–4:

  1. Inclusive User Research 

  2. Designers & AI: Level Up Your Creative Power

  3. Agile & Scrum for Designers

  4. How to Get Hired in UX (Without Losing Your Mind)

Final Submission Deadline: September 7, 2025

Client Presentations: September 8–10, 2025

Date and time will vary based on your assigned business.

Wrap-Up: September 12, 2025

Final Zoom session with feedback, mentor insights, and winner announcement!
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Got a question?

Write to us at design.challenge@iterateux.com.

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