3 Super Important Things to do When Looking to Relocate as a Product Designer
After last week's live portfolio review, Tyler and Nick continue where they left off and go deeper into the challenges designers face when trying to stand out in a global job market. They discuss what changes when you apply for design roles in another country and why most designers struggle.
They explain how to adapt your portfolio for a new region, why English mockups can make or break interviews, and how to use remote contracts as stepping stones toward relocation. They also cover when free work is smart, when it is not, and the red flags you must watch for before accepting an unpaid role.
If you want to work in another country and have no idea where to start, this episode gives you the practical steps to follow.
Here is what is on the table:
🔸 Why translating your UI mockups matters more than your resume
🔸 How to research design norms in the country where you want to work
🔸 Using remote roles as stepping stones toward relocation
🔸 When unpaid internships are smart and when they are a trap
🔸 The trust signals hiring managers need before sponsoring visas
🔸 How to build credibility without local experience
🔸 How to negotiate free work without being taken advantage of
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Tyler: https://www.designtablepodcast.com/hosts/tyler-white
Nick: https://www.designtablepodcast.com/hosts/nick-groeneveld
Hosts
Tyler White
Tyler White is a Senior Product Designer with over a decade of experience in UX, strategy, and business-driven design. He’s worked across startups, fintech, and SaaS, helping teams create products that convert and retain users.
Nick Groeneveld
Nick Groeneveld is a freelance UX and product designers from the Netherlands. He started his design career in 2015 and has since then worked for startups, government agencies, and corporations.
