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T-SHAPED VS. V-SHAPED DESIGNERS

smashingmagazine.com4 min read

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Many UX job openings seek T-shaped designers with deep expertise in one area and broad knowledge in adjacent fields. However, V-shaped designers who combine deep expertise with curiosity in multiple regions can bridge gaps in UX design. Companies benefit from allowing employees to shape their roles and demonstrate their unique value when applying for jobs.