How do I assign a task to the Design Team on JIRA?

How do I assign a task to the Design Team on JIRA?

⚡Quick answer -

“Initiate the Ticket” → “Define the Design Requirement” → “Organise & Assign” → “Set Deadlines & Submit.”You will now see your newly assigned task in the first lane of the board under “Backlogs.”

When should I use this guide?

Use these steps whenever you need to request design work and already have access to the Design Team Board. If you don’t have access, follow “[How do I get access to the Design Team Board on JIRA?]” first.



1. Prerequisite: Design Team Board access

You must have access to the Design Team Board. If you don't, please see: [How do I get access to the Design Team Board on JIRA?]



2. Step-by-step procedure

2.1 Initiate the Ticket

Go to the Jira top navigation bar and click the large blue "Create" button (near the centre-top).

Note: The "Project" and "Issue Type" fields will automatically be pre-selected for you.

2.2 Define the Design Requirement

Summary: Enter a clear, brief title for the project (e.g., "Landing Page Development For Zoho PhoneBridge X MyOperator").

Description: Explain exactly what you need. The more descriptive you are about the goal and the problem you are solving, the better our designers can craft the perfect solution.

Attachments: Upload supporting documents (Word, PDF, images, wireframes) that give the design team a clear understanding of your requirements.

2.3 Organize & Assign

Linked Issues & Fix Versions: Provide these if your task is tied to other existing tickets or releases.

Assignee: Select the specific designer you would like to assign the task to.

Priority: Choose the appropriate urgency from the six-level drop-down menu.

Labels & Epics: Add these tags wherever required for better project tracking.

2.4 Set Deadlines & Submit

Due Date: Select your target date. (Please make sure to confirm this timeline with the Design Manager or the assigned Designer first). Click "Create".



3. When this won’t work

If you do not yet have access to the Design Team Board, you will be unable to create or assign the task. Obtain access first via “[How do I get access to the Design Team Board on JIRA?]”.



4. Expected outcome

That’s it! You will now see your newly assigned task in the first lane of the board under "Backlogs."

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