The design industry is facing a crisis as layoffs surge, particularly impacting UX designers. Economic challenges such as inflation and cautious investments have forced tech companies to prioritize budget cuts, resulting in design roles being seen as non-essential. This shift has led to a dramatic drop in job listings, with UX research and design roles experiencing declines of 71% and 70%, respectively. As companies scramble to save costs, designers find themselves in precarious positions, prompting discussions about their value in the industry's changing landscape.
If you thought 2024 was rough, welcome to 2025, where the economic hangover just won't quit.
Designers, responsible for making things usable, beautiful, and delightful, are suddenly seen as a 'nice-to-have' during economic downturns.
UX research job listings have plummeted by 71%, and UX design roles have nosedived 70% since early 2022.
Layoffs are happening left and right, leaving designers caught in the crossfire of tech companies tightening budgets.
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