Auckland
Samantha T.
Website Designer & Developer
Hire a freelance UX designer in New Zealand
Improve conversions and usability with a local UX designer who runs research, wireframes and prototypes for sites and apps.
- Free to enquire
- Local NZ freelancers
- You choose who to hire
Waikato
Tom D.
Brand Designer & Website Designer
Waikato & Auckland
Libby C.
Graphic Designer
Auckland
Kylie M.
Graphic & Web Designer
Auckland
Luke M.
Digital Designer
Christchurch
Magdalene M.
Senior Graphic & UX Designer
What does a UX designer do?
Most UX designers handle some or all of this. Pick the parts you need and we'll put them in your brief.
Improve website conversions
Identify usability blockers, redesign key pages and test variants to lift sign-ups, sales or leads.
Simplify complex journeys
Map and restructure multi-step processes (bookings, onboarding, checkout) so customers complete tasks with fewer errors.
Validate new product ideas
Run rapid research and prototype tests to check demand and refine features before full build.
Check accessibility against WCAG
Audit key pages for accessibility issues against WCAG, with prioritised fixes your developer can work through.
Wireframe and prototype before you build
Turn requirements into wireframes and clickable prototypes, then test them with real users to settle the design before development.
- Start a brief
Not sure which parts you need?
Tell us what you want to get done. We'll shape the brief with you and share it with freelancers who fit.
How we help you find the right UX designer for your business
We do the legwork of briefing and finding people, then step back so you work directly with the UX designer you choose.
Tell us what you need
Share your project, the help you need, and any timing or budget you have in mind.
Choose who to meet
Review interested freelancers and their work. Choose who you want an introduction to.
Agree the work together
Agree the scope, timing, and price with your freelancer.
- 1Tell us what you need
- 2We help shape the brief
- 3Relevant freelancers are surfaced
- 4You compare them
- 5You choose
Connect with our network of Kiwi freelance UX designers
The profiles below show the kind of freelancers in our network, and your brief reaches suitable people beyond those shown. Create a brief, relevant freelancers apply, you review the applications, then request warm introductions to the people you want to talk to.
Magdalene
Senior Graphic & UX Designer
Christchurch
Design & Creative
Samantha
Website Designer & Developer
Auckland
Websites & Web Development
Tom
Brand Designer & Website Designer
Waikato
Branding
Libby
Graphic Designer
Waikato & Auckland
Design & Creative
Kylie
Graphic & Web Designer
Auckland
Design & Creative
Luke
Digital Designer
Auckland
Design & Creative
Billy
Graphic & Web Designer
Queenstown/Wanaka
Design & Creative
Preston
Web Developer
Tauranga
Websites & Web Development
Hire a UX designer in Auckland
Need someone based in Auckland? Compare local UX designers, then brief the national network if you want a wider shortlist.
How much does it typically cost to hire a UX designer?
What New Zealand UX designers typically charge, by type of work. Freelancers quote you directly after reading your brief.
Small (audit & quick fixes)
Projects fromNZ$2,500
A focused UX audit, wireframes and a short fixes list for a small site or a handful of pages.
- Typical rangeNZ$2,500–6,000
Medium (prototype & testing)
Projects fromNZ$8,000
Research, clickable prototypes and user testing for a feature or a medium-sized website area.
- Typical rangeNZ$8,000–25,000
Large (redesign or product design)
Projects fromNZ$30,000
Full product UX and UI design with research, multiple prototypes and developer-ready UI for a larger site or app.
- Typical rangeNZ$30,000–80,000+
What affects the price
Freelancers quote after reading your brief. These move the price most.
- Depth of user research required (number of users, recruitment and reporting)
- Scope: a single page or a full site/app rebuild
- Deliverable fidelity (low-fidelity wireframes vs high-fidelity UI and design system)
- Freelancer seniority and specialist skills (service design, accessibility, ecommerce)
Estimates are indicative, may exclude GST and ongoing software or platform fees, and final scope and rates are agreed directly with the freelancer. Updated October 2026.
UX design work delivered by Kiwi freelancers
Below are real case study summaries from freelancers in the Unicorn Factory network. They illustrate the types of UX and product work available.
Digital Product & UX
Brand Direction and Product Design for an AI Running Coach App Built for Investment Conversations
- AI Chatbot & Assistant Development
- Brand Identity & Visual Identity
- UX Design
John-Luke W.
eCommerce
Deadly Ponies Gift Card Experience & Home Page Build
- Frontend Development
- Website Development
- Conversion Rate Optimisation
Samantha T.
Websites & Web Development
Heritage Saunas
- UX Design
- Content Strategy
- eCommerce Store Build & Redesign
Samantha T.
Websites & Web Development
E-commerce Website for Two Tales Gin Boutique Beverages
- UX Design
- Video Editing
- eCommerce Store Build & Redesign
Barbi L.
Websites & Web Development
Minimalist Landing Page Design with Contact Form
- UX Design
- UI Design
- Landing Page Development
Nikolai B.
Websites & Web Development
Landing Page for Markdown Text Editor
- Frontend Development
- UI Design
- Landing Page Development
Nikolai B.Bex has significantly enhanced the creativity and inspiration of our entire team, both through the quality of her work output and her proactive leadership among other designers.
Feedback for Rebecca R.
Graphic Designer · Wellington
Questions about hiring a UX designer
Straight answers to what NZ business owners ask us most.
How long will a UX project take?
Small audits can take 1–2 weeks; prototype and testing engagements typically 3–6 weeks; full redesigns often run 2–4 months depending on scope.
How do I pick the right freelancer?
Look for relevant case studies, ask about research methods they use (interviews, usability tests) and request examples of similar commercial outcomes.
Can a UX designer work with our developers?
Yes — freelancers commonly hand over designs with developer-ready assets and acceptance criteria or collaborate directly with your team during build.
Do I need user testing?
Testing reduces guesswork. For new features or major changes, even a small set of moderated tests can uncover high-value improvements.
What happens after I post a brief?
Relevant freelancers apply, you review applications and portfolios, and Unicorn Factory makes warm introductions so you can interview and agree scope and rates.
Can a UX designer run an accessibility audit or usability test?
Yes. Many UX designers audit pages against WCAG, run moderated or unmoderated usability tests, and produce wireframes and interactive prototypes. Say which pages or flows matter and who your users are, so applicants can scope the work.
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Ready to brief a UX designer?
We'll help you shape the brief, find New Zealand freelancers who fit, and introduce you.