How to Become an Interaction Designer

An Interaction Designer designs how the user navigates and interacts with a digital product: from the overall flow to the state of every single screen. It's the role that brings the experience to life, defining interface behaviors, transitions and feedback.

What they do day to day
  • Designs user flows, wireframes and clickable prototypes
  • Defines micro-interactions, transitions and states (loading, error, success)
  • Aligns product and engineering teams on behavior and specifications
  • Iterates on prototypes based on usability-test feedback
How much you earn in Italy

Junior · 0–2 years

€24.000–€32.000

Mid · 2–5 years

€35.000–€50.000

Senior · 5+ years

€45.000–€65.000

Gross annual salaries on the Italian market (source: Crebs Salary Guide 2026 + Glassdoor Italia). They vary by city, sector and seniority.

The skills you need
Designing flows and user journeysAdvanced interactive prototyping (Figma)Micro-interactions, motion and state managementUsability and accessibility principlesSystems thinking applied to the interfaceCollaborating with engineering on specs and handoffUsability testing and iterationKnowledge of mobile and web interaction patterns
How to start this career
  1. 1. Study interaction patterns

    Learn how users expect interfaces to behave: navigation, gestures, feedback, states. Recognizing established patterns is the foundation for designing fluid interactions.

  2. 2. Practise with advanced prototypes

    Build clickable prototypes with real micro-interactions and states. The ability to prototype behavior, not just screens, is what sets an Interaction Designer apart.

  3. 3. Iterate with user testing

    Put prototypes in front of real users, watch where they get stuck and improve the flows. Data-driven iteration is the heart of the method.

  4. 4. Train with EULE's Interaction Design Course

    EULE's course teaches you to design flows and micro-interactions with a mentor and hands-on projects, up to a market-ready portfolio.

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Frequently asked questions

How much does an Interaction Designer earn in Italy?

On the Italian market, a junior Interaction Designer starts at around €24,000–32,000 gross per year. Mid profiles reach €35,000–50,000 and senior ones reach €45,000–65,000.

What's the difference between an Interaction Designer and a UX Designer?

An Interaction Designer focuses on flows, behaviors and micro-interactions; a UX Designer covers a broader scope including research and strategy. The roles often overlap.

Do you need development skills?

They aren't required, but understanding the limits and possibilities of development greatly helps you design feasible interactions and collaborate with developers.

What tools does an Interaction Designer use?

Figma for prototyping and micro-interactions, plus motion and shared documentation tools used with the team.

How long does it take to become an Interaction Designer?

With a structured path and consistent practice, in 6-12 months you can build a portfolio suitable for applying to junior positions.

Start your career as a Interaction Designer

EULE's path takes you from zero to portfolio, with a mentor and placement support.