How are Toptal Human-Centered designers different?

At Toptal, we thoroughly screen our Human-Centered designers to ensure we only match you with talent of the highest caliber. Of the more than 200,000 people who apply to join the Toptal network each year, fewer than 3% make the cut. You’ll work with design experts (never generalized recruiters or HR reps) to understand your goals, technical needs, and team dynamics. The end result: expert vetted talent from our network, custom matched to fit your business needs.

Can I hire Human-Centered designers in less than 48 hours through Toptal?

Depending on availability and how fast you can progress, you could start working with a Human-Centered designer within 48 hours of signing up.

What is the no-risk trial period for Toptal Human-Centered designers?

We make sure that each engagement between you and your Human-Centered designer begins with a trial period of up to two weeks. This means that you have time to confirm the engagement will be successful. If you’re completely satisfied with the results, we’ll bill you for the time and continue the engagement for as long as you’d like. If you’re not completely satisfied, you won’t be billed. From there, we can either part ways, or we can provide you with another expert who may be a better fit and with whom we will begin a second, no-risk trial.

Hire the Top 3% of Freelance Human-Centered Designers

Toptal is a marketplace for top Human-Centered designers. Top companies and startups choose Toptal Human-Centered freelancers for their mission-critical design projects.

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Kaylin Kudla

Freelance Human-Centered Designer

Human-Centered, Zeplin, Figma, Research, Mobile Design, Interface Design, UX Design, Web Design, Adobe Illustrator, UI Design, Product Design, UX Research, Adobe Photoshop,

United StatesToptal Member Since March 20, 2016

Kaylin is a senior design professional who specializes in crafting award-winning solutions for global brands and the people who matter to them. She brings a hands-on approach to managing cross-functional teams, collaborating with clients, and bringing creative concepts to life.

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Mike Slone

Freelance Human-Centered Designer

Human-Centered, Websites, Pitch Decks, Website Redesign, Information Architecture (IA), MVP Design, Ideation, UI Audits, iOS UI Design, Icon Design, Iconography, User Personas, Personas,

United StatesToptal Member Since March 16, 2017

Mike is a highly experienced and successful product, UX, UI, visual, and branding designer with many years of experience creating large and small-scale designs. He has worked for global clients in many industries, including ExxonMobil, Reebok, Taco Bell, Nike, and many others. Mike has also provided his design and leadership experience to startups in healthcare, higher education, and SaaS companies.

Jordan DeVos

Freelance Human-Centered Designer

Human-Centered, Typography, Presentation Design, Brand Identity, Logotype, Photoshop CC, Illustrator CC, Logo Design, InDesign CC, Brand Design,

United StatesToptal Member Since March 28, 2018

Jordan is an expert designer whose focus is on visual communications and whose work integrates strategy, service design, and UX/UI. She has worked in a range of companies, from corporate in-house to boutique design studios. A self-starter who wears many hats, Jordan is in her element leading a project or managing a team.

Victor Teran

Freelance Human-Centered Designer

Human-Centered, Ideation Workshops, Wireframing, User Flows, SaaS Design, Web UX, Dashboard Design, Mobile, iOS, Android, Zeplin, InVision, Sketch,

United StatesToptal Member Since March 30, 2018

Victor is an award-winning designer and brand strategist with a decade of experience leading teams and working in various organizations, from pre-funding startups to MIT, Siemens, Forbes, and Save the Children. He focuses on data-driven design products and brand strategies that delight and convert customers. He has changed how organizations solve problems and produced world-class B2B and B2C interfaces in various industries, from AI and fintech to aerospace and Web3, with over a billion on TVL.

Judit Casacuberta

Freelance Human-Centered Designer

Human-Centered, UX Sketching, User Experience (UX), UX Research, UX Analysis, Agile UX, Product Design,

SpainToptal Member Since July 25, 2017

Judit is a UX designer and researcher with a master’s degree in human-computer interaction. Her professional experience and past projects provide unique, proven expertise in several product definitions and ambitious projects.

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Testimonials

Michael is an incredible designer, and has been a great fit for our project. He just gets it in a way that can’t be taught. My goal was to pay Toptal to find me a high quality designer for my project, and that is exactly what happened. It was easy. Being able to see the portfolio work on Toptal’s platform is what gave me the infomation I needed to choose Michael. I have nothing but good things to say about Toptal and am looking forward to using Toptal for other projects in the future.

Edward Daniel

Co-Founder

I've worked very closely with Martina for over a year and have to say she is one of the best people I have ever worked with. Instead of simply following instructions blindly, she thinks through the task at hand, becoming a thought partner to help with whatever the project may be. Besides being super talented at design, she possesses specific qualities that make her exceptional to work with given the fast paced nature of being a startup. I would definitely recommend her to anyone looking for a talented, professional designer who doesn't need much direction to hit the ground running.

Sahil Khanna

Sr. Manager, Marketing

Darko did a great job figuring out the user architecture for our concept, which led him to produce terrific wireframes. His knowledge of usability and design was a perfect match for the outside voice we needed to help jumpstart our project. We would certainly recommend him and work with him again in the future.

Rich Danker

Founder

Carlos has the unique talent of blending both quantitative and qualitative research to keenly identify UX challenges and opportunities. He thinks methodically, emphatically, and holistically to produce data-driven strategies and well-executed designs. Over the past 8 years of working with fully or partially distributed teams, Carlos manages working remotely far better than anyone I've encountered because of his strong communication and presentation skills. He is the first on my list the next time I need a UX designer.

Michelle Krogmeier

Project Manager

Rafael is an amazing designer. His aesthetic sense is spot on, and he seems to be able to anticipate our needs before we even know what they are. He's taken the time to understand both our company and our clientele, and his solutions are consistently in-line with our values, interests, and our customers' needs. He delivers on time (if not earlier), works quickly, is well organized, and very effective. He's a pleasure to work with, and we're very happy to have found him through Toptal.

Ethan Brooks

CTO

How to Hire Human-Centered Designers through Toptal

Talk to One of Our Industry Experts

A Toptal director of design will work with you to understand your goals, technical needs, and team dynamics.

Work With Hand-Selected Talent

Within days, we'll introduce you to the right Human-Centered designer for your project. Average time to match is under 24 hours.

The Right Fit, Guaranteed

Work with your new Human-Centered designer for a trial period (pay only if satisfied), ensuring they're the right fit before starting the engagement.

Find Experts With Related Skills

Access a vast pool of skilled designers in our talent network and hire the top 3% within just 48 hours.

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FAQs

How are Toptal Human-Centered designers different?
At Toptal, we thoroughly screen our Human-Centered designers to ensure we only match you with talent of the highest caliber. Of the more than 200,000 people who apply to join the Toptal network each year, fewer than 3% make the cut. You’ll work with design experts (never generalized recruiters or HR reps) to understand your goals, technical needs, and team dynamics. The end result: expert vetted talent from our network, custom matched to fit your business needs.
Can I hire Human-Centered designers in less than 48 hours through Toptal?
Depending on availability and how fast you can progress, you could start working with a Human-Centered designer within 48 hours of signing up.
What is the no-risk trial period for Toptal Human-Centered designers?
We make sure that each engagement between you and your Human-Centered designer begins with a trial period of up to two weeks. This means that you have time to confirm the engagement will be successful. If you’re completely satisfied with the results, we’ll bill you for the time and continue the engagement for as long as you’d like. If you’re not completely satisfied, you won’t be billed. From there, we can either part ways, or we can provide you with another expert who may be a better fit and with whom we will begin a second, no-risk trial.

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Choose the engagement type that suits your needs — hourly, part-time, or full-time — with the ability to change anytime.
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