ATS Keyword Library

Design Resume Keywords

Resume keywords and ATS guidance for Design roles, from UX Designer to Illustrator.

Keywords by Category

Add these exact terms into your experience and skills sections

skills(12 terms)

  • user research
  • wireframing
  • prototyping
  • usability testing
  • information architecture
  • visual design
  • design systems
  • typography
  • interaction design
  • responsive design
  • end-to-end design
  • data-informed design

tools(12 terms)

  • figma
  • miro
  • maze
  • hotjar
  • sketch
  • adobe xd
  • zeplin
  • figjam
  • amplitude
  • framer
  • adobe photoshop
  • adobe illustrator

job-titles(10 terms)

  • ux designer
  • ui designer
  • product designer
  • graphic designer
  • motion designer
  • interior designer
  • fashion designer
  • industrial designer
  • ux researcher
  • illustrator

certifications(10 terms)

  • google ux design certificate
  • interaction design foundation ui certificate
  • nn/g ux certification
  • adobe certified professional
  • adobe certified professional in visual effects
  • ncidq certification
  • cfda fashion certificate
  • idsa membership
  • nn/g ux research certification
  • adobe certified professional in illustration

How to Use These Design Keywords

Best practices to pass ATS filters without stuffing

  • Add a portfolio link near your name and contact details.
  • Describe the problem, your process and the measurable result for each project.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What keywords should a design resume include?

Role-specific skills such as User Research, Wireframing, Prototyping, named tools like Figma, Miro, and recognized certifications.