It goes without saying that a flair for design is a must. UI designers have an eye for color, spacing, patterns and typography—but not just from an aesthetic point of view. It’s crucial to design functional interfaces that not only look good, but also feel effortless and intuitive so you need to understand how each visual element impacts the overall user experience. This brings us to user empathy. The best UI designers are able to see things from the user’s perspective, anticipating their needs and expectations when interacting with the product. If you find it easy to step into someone else’s shoes and understand where they’re coming from, you’re already halfway there. Excellent communication skills are also key: from clients to UX designers, and developers, you’ll be working with others throughout, so an ability to articulate and discuss your ideas is essential.