The Blog for Content Designers
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- Process ·
10 heuristic evaluations for better content design
There's no single path to UX success. In this post, Rachel Wood shares heuristic evaluations to guide your content and make continuous improvements.
- Process ·
Should we use ChatGPT in the UX writing process?
Is ChatGPT the way to go, or should UX writers avoid it? We asked two content designers to share their differing views on AI in the design process.
- Podcasts ·
The Interface: The best content design jobs on the market
In this episode, Patrick Stafford and Gordon MacRae look at some of the best content design jobs on the market and discuss what the "market" even is for content design roles. Subscribe now!
- Localization ·
What is localization for UX?
Take a look at the first two lessons of our Product Localization for UX course. Learn how to successfully launch your next global product!
- Voice & chatbot design ·
Introducing Conversation Design for Chatbots
Check out the improvements we've made to our chatbot writing course, now called Conversation Design for Chatbots. Get started on your convo design journey!
- Industry ·
UX content conferences to attend in 2023
Looking to network with fellow content designers? Ready to take the stage as a speaker? Kyra Lee rounds up 20 UX content events you won't want to miss.
- Inspiration ·
The top 50 UX content resources of 2022
Which articles, podcasts, and blogs stood out in 2022? We’ve rounded up the top 50 UX writing and content design resources just for you.
- Podcasts ·
The Interface: Will AI eat UX writing? We test ChatGPT!
What does ChatGPT mean for UX writers and content designers? In this episode of the podcast, we put AI to the test and discuss the implications for our field.
- Inspiration ·
20 content designers share their daily routines
20 content designers share what a typical day in their role looks like, including tools, processes, and structure. How does your experience compare?
- Inspiration ·
All! The! Things! Clare Scott’s Button 2022 recap
What books, articles, and podcasts help content designers improve their craft? Get ready to bookmark these resources from Button 2022.
- Podcasts ·
The Interface: Button 2022 recap
Missed out on Button 2022? In this episode, we talk about the standout sessions and speak on what we hope to see more of next year.
- Career ·
Big tech layoffs: A survival guide for content designers
I graduated university in 2008, roughly the same time the entire world economy collapsed. As many millennials would know from…
- Techniques ·
UX writing in the FinTech industry
Poor UX can be costly for businesses—especially in the banking and financial sector. Cara Lam highlights the crucial role UX writing can play.
- Podcasts ·
The Interface: Is this the end of Figma?
What does the future hold for content design in Figma? The UXCC crew chat with guests Scott Kubie and Carol Valdez on the latest acquisition news.
- Career ·
Law to UX: My magical career transition
UXCC graduate Connor Malone shares how an early career in law prepared him for the magical world of UX.
- Career ·
Punk in UX: 6 counterculture principles for content designers
The ethics, inclusion, and divergent thinking of a punk mindset are characteristics that unite UXers—from Expedia to Walmart.
- Career ·
Everything you need to know about UX writing certification
First thing’s first: UX Content Collective offers certifications in several disciplines, including UX writing, chatbot writing, content testing, and more.…
- Podcasts ·
The Interface: Do content designers need portfolios?
In this episode, the UX Content Collective crew discusses content design portfolios and if they are a necessity or a nice-to-have. Listen in or read the transcript!
- Podcasts ·
The Interface: Will the wave of layoffs hit UX writers?
In this episode, the UX Content Collective crew discusses the current wave of tech layoffs and what this means for product and design teams.
- Learning ·
Webinar recap: Accessibility for UX
In this webinar, UXCC course authors discuss designing usable experiences for all and how content designers can play a role in better, more accessible products.
- Inclusion ·
Five tips for successful gender-inclusive translations
Truly gender-inclusive content requires support from UX writers, designers, and localization experts. Laetitia Gathion shares how to make this important collaboration work!
- Leadership ·
How to measure content operations maturity
How “mature” is your organization? Rob Mills shows how to use content maturity models as a guide, not a prescriptive framework.
- Leadership ·
UXCC Instructor Spotlight: Meet Rob Mills
UXCC course instructors share their unique backgrounds, insights, and advice for fellow UX content people. This time, we chat with Rob Mills.
- Career ·
Grow your content design career with a coach
In this panel, Patrick Stafford chats with UXCC coaches from Microsoft, Spotify, and ServiceNow.
