We have a UI designer position open up in our group. If anyone is interested (or have any questions) write to me at vishal.iyer (at) corp (dot) aol (dot) com
- Vishal ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Position Description: In support of the specific vertical needs of their channel, the UI Interactive Designer actively assists the UI Interactive Designer and/or UI Director in developing the most intuitive interface, taking into account applicable audience behavior, user & product research, use cases, task flows and technology. Duties/ Responsibilities: * Assists in the design of multiple user facing design concepts in support of the UI, applying typography, color, layout, texture & motion to the design * Assist in the development of mood boards & storyboards to illustrate the above * Assists in the design of marketing campaigns in support of and to promote our products * Assists in the design & development of prototypes for future business opportunity & sales pitches * Is a catalyst for new ideas and thinking Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: * Education: At least an AA, but a BA is preferred in related fields that include: Interactive Design. Graphic Design. Cognitive Psychology, Engineering, Computer Science. and User Interface Design * Experience: At least 1-3 years experience with a design firm, advertising Agency, technology company or corporation focusing on developing tactical solutions and larger design systems * Specialized Knowledge: Has an excellent portfolio of work that demonstrates knowledge in interactive projects. Has a firm grounding in information organizational principals: hierarchy, taxonomy, layout, scale and proportion of type and graphics. * Skills: Has a working understanding of applications including PhotoShop, Illustrator and flowchart/ wireframing tools. Is familiar with Internet technologies including CSS, HTML/ DHTML and JavaScript. Can collaborate with others to accomplish goals/objectives. Is open-minded and adjusts priorities in response to unanticipated events. * Industry Knowledge: Experience dedicated to mobile internet and/or consumer oriented businesses with a sales focus; Understanding of industry transforming technologies. Key Measures of Success: * Can apply intermediate understanding of typography, color, layout, texture & motion to create a compelling User facing experience. * Can take an assignment to the next level with explicit direction * Can contribute latest web technology & best practices the above * Can support the needs of the Sr Designer & Art Director on time and On target * Can manage and stay on top of several projects or components * Can evaluate key reporting metrics 10 enhance the User experience * Can comply to SEO UI standards to achieve or exceed SEO goal * Can deliver on reach & engagement goals as defined by each Business to increase UV's and repeat visits * Can ensure design is optimized to aid in a <1.5 second download * Can ensure all products take into AOL Accessibility standards in order to serve every customer depending on their needs * Repeat visitation * Page load time * Conversion, particularly on feature design (Remember It, Transactions etc) ________________________________________________________________ *Come to IxDA Interaction08 | Savannah* February 8-10, 2008 in Savannah, GA, USA Register today: http://interaction08.ixda.org/ ________________________________________________________________ Welcome to the Interaction Design Association (IxDA)! To post to this list ....... [EMAIL PROTECTED] Unsubscribe ................ http://www.ixda.org/unsubscribe List Guidelines ............ http://www.ixda.org/guidelines List Help .................. http://www.ixda.org/help
