Dissero ( <http://www.dissero.com/> http://www.dissero.com) is the premier recruiting firm focused on high growth technology companies. Our client is a leading media and publishing company that is located just outside of Boston.
We have been engaged to conduct a search for an Information Architect / UI Designer. This position will play a significant role in this company as they are looking to modernize 50 - 70 web properties for a variety of leading publications. This position will be responsible for understanding audience needs and tasks; creating detailed user interface specifications, including wireframes, functional flows and site maps; and producing user interface designs that meet the audience needs. Responsibilities * Gather requirements to determine target audience and objectives; analyze audiences and their information and functional needs; and set scope and interface strategies. * Define site architecture and the intended user experience through the development of wireframes, site maps, process maps, feature lists, mockups, and prototypes. * Design and build web pages using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, ActionScript, Illustrator, Photoshop, Dreamweaver, Visio, XML, and XSLT. * Present design deliverables to project teams and business owners. * Conduct usability testing and design reviews to identify problems and improvements to the user experience. * Collaborate with internal project teams to ensure that an explicit user experience is maintained throughout project execution. * Collaborate with SEO experts to ensure implementation of SEO best practices in site design. * Create and maintain user interface standards and style guide. Requirements * 5+ years experience as an information architect, interaction designer, or experience designer (or similar role). * Demonstrated experience with user-centered design techniques and ability to execute on architecture and design of large-scale website projects. * Demonstrated experience conducting user research and translating user research into design decisions. * Strong knowledge of user interface design processes and methodology. * Experience using web analytics data to inform design decisions. * Excellent oral and written communication, presentation and interpersonal skills. * Detail-oriented, able to work on multiple projects simultaneously, and comfortable working in a fast-paced, team environment. * Proficiency with relevant software tools (Illustrator, Visio, Photoshop, MS Office, Acrobat, Dreamweaver). * Proficiency with web standards including XHTML, CSS, Web Accessibility and Section 508, as well as web usability best practices. * Bachelor's degree in Information Design, Human Factors, Human-Computer Interaction, or related field strongly preferred. To apply: [EMAIL PROTECTED] Keith Cline | Principal | Dissero, LLC Phone: 617.420.0059 Ext. 111 | Email: <mailto:[EMAIL PROTECTED]> [EMAIL PROTECTED] Website: <http://www.dissero.com/> www.dissero.com ________________________________________________________________ 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
