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Master Your Product Design and UX Research Job Search
4.6 (34)
2 Weeks
·Cohort-based Course
Land More Interviews and Secure Offers with Proven Strategies and Improved Course Materials
FEATURED IN THE MAVEN 100
Master Your Product Design and UX Research Job Search
4.6 (34)
2 Weeks
·Cohort-based Course
Land More Interviews and Secure Offers with Proven Strategies and Improved Course Materials
Companies I've got to hire for
Course overview
More actionable exercises, feedback, & flexible deadlines are added!
✨✨✨ Utilize years of my Product Design & UXR recruitment experience and thorough strategies to secure a new role in weeks ✨✨✨
⚫️ Craft a CV and Portfolio That Get Noticed
Learn to highlight your core skills and create application materials that recruiters and hiring managers love.
→ Students reported a significant increase in conversions from the application stage to first interviews after updating their CVs and portfolios.
⚫️ Navigate the Recruitment Process with Confidence
Understand what to expect at every stage and how to gather the critical information from recruiters to boost your chances of success.
→ Students reported feeling far more confident and advancing further in interview processes after taking this course.
⚫️ Master the Pitch
Learn how to reflect your seniority and communicate your potential impact in just a few minutes.
→ Students received feedback like, “This was the best pitch I’ve heard,” from recruiters and hiring managers.
⚫️ Turn Networking Into Job Leads
Discover the rules of networking and build outreach strategies that convert LinkedIn connections into real job opportunities.
→ Students reported receiving more responses to networking requests, with several securing roles through their networking efforts 🚀
⚫️ Engage in Practical Exercises & Receive Real Feedback
Get hands-on experience and receive personalized feedback from a former Product Design & UX Research recruiter to improve how you present yourself.
→ Students reported learning insider tips and gaining a better understanding of hiring teams, leading to more interviews and even job offers 🚀
⚫️ Collaborate with Like-minded Professionals
Connect with fellow designers and researchers who understand your journey, providing support, encouragement, and ideas for success.
→ Students reported building strong professional relationships and gaining the support they’ve been seeking to advance their careers.
Who is this course for
01
Mid, Senior, Lead-level in Product Design and UX Research who are looking for a new role
02
Product Designers and UX Researchers who are struggling/ want to secure new roles in a very challenging market
03
Anyone in Product Design and UX Research who has at least 2 years of experience in a company / freelance
Prerequisites
Experience Level:
This course is designed for Mid-to-Staff level Product Designers and UX Researchers.
Mindset:
You need to be open to letting go of old habits and ways of thinking. Trust the instructor and the proven process to really succeed.
Availability:
Successful completion requires consistent effort and engagement, so please ensure you can commit the time to apply the learnings.
What you’ll get out of this course
Live Sessions and Personalised Feedback
Four modules include hands-on projects to create CV, Portfolio Case Study, Pitch, and Networking Outreach. Get personalised feedback to leave with "ready to be used" assets or strong templates.
Guidance on Building a Winning CV
Analyse common mistakes in CVs and learn the exclusive framework I've developed to highlight your skills, experiences, and impact with concise and powerful bullet points. Create a CV that stands out and receive personalised feedback from me.
Real Examples of Strong Portfolios
Review 5 examples of strong portfolios from Product Designers and UX Researchers at leading design-driven companies. Dive into the best and worst portfolio practices, and craft your own strong case study with personalized feedback from me.
Problem-Solving & Whiteboarding Session Tips
Insider information on what to expect during skill assessment tasks and whiteboarding challenges, how to best prepare for them, and examples of how to present your hard and soft skills while solving problems.
Confidence Building
Overcome imposter syndrome by showcasing your achievements, impact, and goals in a way that inspires both you and your employer. Build confidence and success with methods like video prep, ice-breakers, and mental strategies.
Pitch Development
Learn what makes any pitch a strong pitch! Understand its key elements, how to best prepare, and the ways to build a connection with an interviewer to smoothly transition from the pitch to interview questions.
Networking Essentials
Rethink what effective networking means and learn how to build it from day one. Enhance your outreaches with exercises and examples of both successful and unsuccessful networking to boost your success.
Role Clarity
Learn how to better understand ambiguous job descriptions and role requirements through real-life examples of job posts. Discover what questions you can ask and how to prepare your CV, portfolio, and yourself to show that you are a match for any role you decide to apply for.
Feedback and Persistence
Learn how to get recruiters' feedback and handle ghosting by creating effective follow-ups.
What’s included
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Live sessions
Learn directly from Lena Kul in a real-time, interactive format.
Lifetime access
Go back to course content and recordings whenever you need to.
Community of peers
Stay accountable and share insights with like-minded professionals.
Certificate of completion
Share your new skills with your employer or on LinkedIn.
Maven Guarantee
This course is backed by the Maven Guarantee. Students are eligible for a full refund up until the halfway point of the course.
Master Your Product Design and UX Research Job Search
Course syllabus
4 live sessions • 39 lessons • 3 projects
Week 1
Jul
15
Session 1 - Build Your CV
Intro 👋
Crafting a Powerful CV
Building a Compelling Portfolio
Task Assignments and Whiteboarding Exercises
Building Confidence
Jul
17
Session 2 - Create a Winning Case Study
Week 2
Jul
22
Session 3 - Build Your Networking Outreach
Pitch Yourself like No One Can
Networking Essentials
Understanding Roles Requirements
Getting Role Clarity on the Recruiter & HM Calls
Getting More Interviews
Interview Feedback
Jul
24
Session 4 - Pitch & Q&A
Bonus
Access 5 inspirational Portfolios from accomplished UXR and Product Designers
Access to all previous Q&A Recordings
Access to 2 special events recordings
Explore all students' CVs to learn from each other
Explore all students' Portfolios to learn from each other
Explore all students' Pitches to learn from each other
Explore all students' Networking Outreaches to learn from each other
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Meet your instructor
Lena Kul
Founder @ ku:l | I help designers land great roles & teams find great designers
From Design Recruiter to UXR to Founder
After years of building world-class Product Design and UX Research teams at Miro and N26, I took the leap to launch kuːl — my boutique agency reimagining how top-tier design talent is hired and supported in their global job search.
I’ve had the privilege of hiring some of the best designers in the industry, and in a rare turn of events, I was able to join one of the very teams I helped build. This experience of working directly as part of a design department gave me invaluable insight into the candidate's journey and a deeper understanding of what hiring managers and founders truly need.
It’s shaped my approach to work — grounded, human-centered, and with a clear understanding of both sides of the hiring table.
What I Offer:
✅ Strategic Application Design: Crafting compelling application strategies that convert into interviews and offers
✅ Personalized Job Search Advising: Tailored guidance for Designers & UX Researchers
✅ Portfolio & Case Study Reviews: In-depth feedback to elevate your professional materials
✅ Mock Interviews & Pitching: Refining your pitch for the toughest interview scenarios
✅ Breaking into FAANG & Top Tech Roles: Unlocking the secrets to landing roles at top companies by understanding their unique needs and expectations
Background & Highlights:
✨ Ex-Miro & N26: Led hiring for global Design & UX Research teams through hypergrowth stages
✨ Top-Tier Hiring Expertise: Successfully recruited from top companies like FAANG, Spotify, Zendesk, and Shopify
✨ Former UX Researcher at Miro: Led quant & qual research initiatives on Miro’s core product
✨ Founder @ kuːl: Revolutionizing design hiring globally
✨ Career Advisor: Supporting high-performing Product Designers & Researchers at all stages of their careers
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Course schedule
4-6 hours per week
4 Live Sessions
Join me for weekly live sessions to get all of your questions answered, practice, and connect!
Pre-recorded Sessions with all Materials You Need
2-3 hours/week
Access all pre-recorded materials and go through them at your own pace to maximize your learning from the course. You’ll retain access even after the course is complete, allowing you to refresh your knowledge at any time!
Access to All Projects from Other Students
every 3 days
Everyone will be completing their projects and submitting them to the designated channels, providing an opportunity for all to view each other's work.
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Free Job Search Template
This is a template that would help you reflect and build a job search strategy.
Inside you will find:
- Self-Reflection Framework: Explore techniques for self-assessment
- Using Insights in Your CV and Portfolio: Discover how to leverage self-reflection insights effectively
- Targeting & Prioritizing Employers: Learn how to identify and focus on employers that align with your goals and values.
- How to Craft Your Pitch: Creating a compelling narrative that works
- Finding the Right People to Network With: Identify effective & free methods for networking
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4.6 (34)
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