Hire a UI/UX Designer in British Columbia

Find top ui/ux designer talent in British Columbia. Browse verified freelancer profiles, compare rates, and start your project today.

UI/UX designers combine user research, interaction design, and visual design to create digital products that are intuitive and delightful to use. They map user journeys, design wireframes and prototypes, conduct usability testing, and deliver polished interface designs that balance beauty with function.

British Columbia has a dynamic, trade-oriented economy with strong ties to Asia-Pacific markets, a booming film and VFX industry, and a rapidly growing technology sector centred in Vancouver and Victoria. With strong demand across film production, technology, natural resources, tourism, and clean tech, businesses throughout the province are increasingly turning to freelance talent to access specialized skills without the overhead of full-time hires.

British Columbia is the third-largest film production centre in North America and home to Victoria, which has the highest density of tech workers per capita in Canada. Good UI/UX design directly impacts your bottom line. Products that are easy to use see higher adoption, lower support costs, and better retention. A skilled UI/UX designer identifies friction points in your product, designs solutions based on real user needs, and creates interfaces that guide users toward their goals — and your business objectives — naturally.

Describe the product problem you are solving and your current user pain points. Ask UI/UX candidates to present a case study showing their process from research to final design. Pay attention to how they validate design decisions — strong UX designers test assumptions with real users rather than relying on instinct alone. Evaluate their Figma prototyping skills with a small test task if possible.

When evaluating candidates across British Columbia, Essential skills include user research methodology (interviews, surveys, usability testing), wireframing and prototyping in Figma, information architecture, interaction design patterns, visual design, and design system creation. Knowledge of accessibility standards (WCAG), basic HTML/CSS understanding, and experience with design handoff tools (Zeplin, Figma Dev Mode) are valuable additions.

UI/UX designers work on product discovery and user research, wireframing and prototyping, visual interface design, design system creation, usability audits, user flow optimization, mobile app design, dashboard and data visualization design, onboarding flow optimization, and redesigns of existing products based on user feedback and analytics.

Major cities including Vancouver, Victoria, Surrey, Burnaby, and Kelowna provide a rich talent pool of experienced freelancers ready to take on your next project. British Columbia attracts premium freelance talent drawn by the West Coast lifestyle, with strong demand from both local startups and international companies leveraging the province's Pacific Rim time zone advantage. Find UI/UX designers on freel.ca with strong case studies and proven results. Compare design portfolios, read client reviews, and hire a designer who puts user needs at the center of every decision.

Top UI/UX Designer freelancers in British Columbia

6 profiles found

Why hire on Freel?

Verified Canadian Freelancers

Every freelancer on our platform is verified and based in Canada. No offshore surprises — just quality local talent you can trust.

No Middleman Fees

Connect directly with freelancers. No agency markups or hidden fees. You pay the freelancer directly at their listed rate.

Fast & Flexible Hiring

Browse profiles, compare rates, and start your project in days — not weeks. Hire for one-time projects or ongoing engagements.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does a UI/UX designer charge in British Columbia?

UI/UX designer rates in British Columbia range from $50 to $155 per hour. Designers with strong user research skills and proven business impact command the highest rates. Compare portfolios and rates on freel.ca to find a designer within your budget.

Do I need a UI/UX designer or a frontend developer?

A UI/UX designer creates the visual designs, prototypes, and user flows. A frontend developer codes those designs into a working interface. Most projects need both, though some professionals do both (design-developers). On freel.ca, you can filter for designers who also code or hire specialists for each role.

How long does a UI/UX design project take?

A UX audit or usability review takes 1-2 weeks. Designing a new feature or flow takes 2-4 weeks including research and testing. A full product redesign can take 2-4 months. Share your scope with designers on freel.ca to get accurate timelines.

Ready to hire a ui/ux designer in British Columbia?

Post your project and receive proposals from qualified freelancers.

Get Started