Kolesa Group presented a study on the designer market in Kazakhstan

Kolesa Group conducted a large-scale market research study on designers in Kazakhstan to identify key trends, challenges, and prospects for the industry. The survey included 228 professionals at various levels — from junior to senior, including team leads and managers. The results showed that most designers are based in Almaty and Astana, and nearly half of them are young people under 25 years old.

The majority of professionals work in product IT companies, reflecting a trend toward the development of local technological products. Another 18% are employed in the financial and banking sector, while 12% work in startups, where creative solutions are particularly in demand.

One of the main factors when choosing an employer remains opportunities for learning and development. 40% of product designers and 33% of graphic designers highlight the importance of professional growth. Career prospects also play a decisive role: nearly half of the professionals consider them the main motivation in their work. In addition, team atmosphere and emotional climate within the company are also important.

The full research can be found on the Kolesa Group website.