Solve Real-World UX Problems with Us

Collaborate, learn and grow!

Designing the Future: Where Creativity Meets Real-World Impact

The UX Design Challenge at IterateUX is more than just a project—it's an opportunity for growth, innovation, and collaboration. Whether you're a UX designer looking to hone your craft or a business seeking tailored solutions, this challenge creates a win-win environment where creativity meets real-world impact.

Real-World Experience

Get custom, user-centered solutions crafted specifically for your needs by talented designers.

Collaboration & Innovation

Collaborate with other designers and industry professionals, pushing boundaries and driving fresh, innovative ideas.

Cost-Effective Solutions

Invest in your growth with a low-cost entry to work on real-world projects, guided by professional mentors.

Growth Opportunities

Build your portfolio, enhance your communication and teamwork skills, and open doors to potential internships or employment.

How the UX Challenge works?

6 weeks

Intensive sessions designed to sharpen your skills, boost confidence, and prepare you for real-world UX interviews

Spring 2025

From March 07th 2025
to May 14th, 2025

Register as participant
Fall 2025

From September 2025
to November 2025

Register as participant
01
Registration

Go Solo or sign up with your dream team to take on exciting UX challenges

02
Project Brief

Review the project brief to understand the client’s goals and design requirements.

03
Collaborate & Create

Work closely with your team and business partners to brainstorm and build impactful solutions

04
Review & Evaluation

Present your completed design for evaluation, receiving valuable feedback from mentors and peers

05
Final Presentation

Showcase your solution to clients and mentors, demonstrating your design insights and process

Benefits of this program

Flexible Schedules

Mentorship Support

Networking Opportunity

Boost your Confidence

Career Growth Pathways

Participant Profiles

Choose your engagement level

Join the UX Design Challenge and select the experience that fits your goals. Both profiles offer access to expert mentors, collaborative teams, and exclusive resources.

Team of 3-4 UX Designers

Mentorship support

Final presentation opportunity

AI-focused UX workshops

Client-facing participant

$500

Engage directly with Businesses
Build valuable relationships with clients, positioning yourself for potential internships and job offers.
Priority Access

Get involved with business needs, project briefs, and ongoing feedback.
Join as client-facing participant
Exploring participant

$400

Design & Collaborate Without Client Interaction
Positioning yourself for potential inFocus on hands-on experience and team collaboration.
Independent Project Insight
Learn project dynamics and gain UX design experience without client-facing duties.
Join as exploring participant
Our journey so far!
5K+ Members
A thriving community of UX designers from around the world.
Presence in 15+ Countries
A truly global network, fostering collaboration across borders.
30+ Programs Run
Hands-on challenges and learning opportunities for continuous growth.
10+ Industry Mentors
Expert guidance from seasoned UX professionals shaping the future of design.

Success stories

"If you want some experience and networking look for community groups who run design exercise challenges like IterateUX - run by volunteers, to small cost, and the opportunity to work with others in the same boat as you. No pretense here. I was amazed at the effort they put into it as volunteers. Great community!I’m not saying it’s perfect, but it will take you through the whole design process in 6 weeks and give you some practical experience without promising you the world (and a job/career) at the end of it. But you might make some valuable friends and contacts."
Alan Biggs
Product Designer / User Experience Strategist
I'm thrilled to announce that our team won first place in the recent IterateUX Design Challenge! 🏆🥳🥇
This challenge wasn't just about winning; it was about growth, collaboration, and real-world impact.🌎I'm incredibly grateful for this experience and excited to apply these learnings in future projects. 🎉
Helen Mak
UX Designer

Discover our mentors

Leticia Braga Maestri

Product Designer | SaaS B2B
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Pauline Lai

UX Strategist & Educator
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Victor Bridgeman

Director UX at Photon
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Amy Ogg

Sr Product Designer, Design Systems
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FAQs

What is the UX Challenge?
The UX Design Challenge is a 6-week intensive program where participants work in teams to solve real-world design problems for actual clients. It’s an opportunity to enhance your design skills, collaborate with skilled peers, and produce portfolio-worthy work.
Who can participate in this program?
The UX challenge is open to designers of all experience levels. There are two participation tiers: - Client Facing participant: Who engage directly with clients, has a higher price rate, and constant feedback from business owners or stakeholders. - Exploring Participants: Who work on the same challenges but without direct client interaction
What are the time commitments?
The UX Challenge requires a time commitment similar to a part-time job, with an expectation of 10 to 20 hours of effort per week. This ensures you can give your best to the project, support your team effectively, and deliver outstanding results to showcase at the end.
What are the key dates for the challenge?
Spring Program - Registration starts in January 2025 and close at end of February 2025 - Kick off at middle March. Fall Program - Registration starts in July 2025 and close at end of August 2025 - Kick off at middle September 2025
Registration Fee
- Client-facing Participants is CAD $500 and - Exploring Participants CAD $400. This fee is due upon registration to secure your spot in the challenge while we do the pre-screening of candidates. If you are not accepted to the program our system immediately return 100% of the money back.
What if I miss the registration deadline?
If you miss the registration deadline you can register for the next challenge season, your spot may be offered to someone on the waitlist. It’s important to complete the registration and payment as soon as possible to secure your participation
How are participants assigned to teams?
Participants are grouped into teams based on their skillsets, availability, preferences, and the needs of each project. We strive to create balanced teams with diverse skills and backgrounds to ensure team and project success.
Can I cancel and get a refund after payment completes?
Refunds are not available once the challenge begins. If you have a health condition, we will review your case individually. Otherwise, refunds are processed only before the event starts.

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