The Job Market in Cambodia (2024)
With the rapid growth of mobile apps and websites, UX/UI Designers are in high demand as companies embrace digital solutions.
Average Salary for UX/UI Designers in Cambodia (KHR/year)
0–2 years: 15,960,700
2–5 years: 21,361,700
5–10 years: 27,721,300
10–15 years: 33,599,200
15–20 years: 36,718,100
20+ years: 38,641,600
Source: World Salaries
Career Transitions to UX/UI Design
Graphic Design: 10%
Web Design: 5%
Frontend Development: 5%
Architecture: 3%
Who should learn UX/UI Design?
Graphic Designers, Mobile App Developers, Backend & Frontend Developers, Motion Designers
Benefits of Switching from Graphic Design to UX/UI Design
Stronger design foundation: Graphic designers already have an eye for aesthetics.
Deep understanding of UX/UI processes: You quickly grasp the full design workflow.
Ability to create user-centered digital products: Build mobile apps, websites, and other digital tools that are both attractive and easy to use.
From my experience, transitioning from Graphic Design to UX/UI was eye-opening. In Graphic Design, I focused on making posters or banners visually appealing to grab attention. In UX/UI Design, I learned to design intuitive and user-friendly experiences, ensuring users can easily accomplish their goals without frustration.