[IxDA Discuss] [JOB] UI Designer/IxD Analyst, Full-Time - Bangalore, INDIA

2010-02-21 Thread kaushikmanoj
Your responsibilities will include: # Applying user-centered design processes to develop high quality user flows, wireframes, and detailed visual UI designs # Successfully communicating conceptual ideas and visual design rationale # Creative background experience with visual colours in must

Re: [IxDA Discuss] The state of UI/UX employment.

2010-02-21 Thread Erin Stewart
I noticed this as well. Originally I was planning to look for my next job in the fall, but with the amount of positions open now and with the fear that this is temporary (though I would hope that it will be a continued term), I decided to start applying now with the hope to start in May. I

Re: [IxDA Discuss] Reminder: Silicon Valley IxDA Event :: Input: Moving Beyond Web Forms :: Tonight, Wednesday, February 17, 2010 at Yahoo!

2010-02-21 Thread Michele Marut
Since the session used Adobe Connect to allow remote viewers, was it recorded? If so will the recording be posted? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Posted from the new ixda.org http://www.ixda.org/discuss?post=49466

Re: [IxDA Discuss] UX Field trips

2010-02-21 Thread Michele Marut
Hi Jason, In terms of what works for this type of thing - consider contacting AIGA. The local chapters often sponsor studio tours. In you area, consider talking with AIGA Pittsburgh - they make this an annual event - http://www.aiga.org/content.cfm/event-detail?eid=26880662searchtext=studio tour

Re: [IxDA Discuss] /- impacts of 'address verification systems' on online forms

2010-02-21 Thread Shivan Kannan
Hi Marcus, Depends on what you want to achieve from users of the form. If you require users to fill in the correct address, and if that address is already stored in a database, you might as well show hints of the address and have the system suggest for auto fill into the fields for your users.

[IxDA Discuss] making the business case for data visualization

2010-02-21 Thread j. eric townsend
Kinda ixd-related, kinda-not. I've had an easy time pitching data visualization for art/design projects, but I'm making my first attempt at pitching it in a business as an area of research. The problem is to make the case for doing visualizations of public information past the

Re: [IxDA Discuss] How do you move from software to hardware UX? Care to share your insights? experience?

2010-02-21 Thread j. eric townsend
Melvin Jay Kumar wrote: I would like to learn and explore experience design for the hardware environment. ( E.g. Hand phones , MP3 players , Interactive TV, etc...etc...) I'd start with learning the basics of physical computing, which you can do pretty easily on your desktop. There are a

Re: [IxDA Discuss] How do you move from software to hardware UX? Care to share your insights? experience?

2010-02-21 Thread Dave Malouf
I think going the phys comp route is way over the top for this. Sorry folks, but doing IxD for physical computers teaches you how to do phys comp and barely teaches you how to do IxD for phys comp. Most physical interaction design can be done a lot more simply and easily through the study of the

Re: [IxDA Discuss] How do you move from software to hardware UX? Care to share your insights? experience?

2010-02-21 Thread Dave Malouf
On another practical note as someone who did make this change, I'd say per Rob Tannen's question above it is very easy to enter the world by starting with working on embedded GUI software for mobile and consumer electronics than it is to jump straight to physical control interface design. You've

Re: [IxDA Discuss] The state of UI/UX employment.

2010-02-21 Thread Susan Doran
I've noticed more positions that require 1-3 yrs experience. Also...sort of kitchen sink loading on a mish-mash of skillsets. On Sun, Feb 21, 2010 at 1:38 AM, Erin Stewart emstew...@smcm.edu wrote: I noticed this as well. Originally I was planning to look for my next job in the fall, but with

Re: [IxDA Discuss] The state of UI/UX employment.

2010-02-21 Thread Anne Hjortshoj
So in other words, people want to pay for 1-3 years of experience, but they want to get a laundry list of massive skillz. Good luck with that. -Anne On Sun, Feb 21, 2010 at 2:42 PM, Susan Doran susando...@gmail.com wrote: I've noticed more positions that require 1-3 yrs experience. Also...sort

Re: [IxDA Discuss] The state of UI/UX employment.

2010-02-21 Thread Anne Hjortshoj
... and I mean good luck to the recruiters listing these roles, not to Susan. -A On Sun, Feb 21, 2010 at 2:59 PM, Anne Hjortshoj a...@annehj.com wrote: So in other words, people want to pay for 1-3 years of experience, but they want to get a laundry list of massive skillz. Good luck with

Re: [IxDA Discuss] The state of UI/UX employment.

2010-02-21 Thread Vicky Teinaki
Still, it's a good sign for recent grads - up until recently there's been the experience catch-22 with jobs (most of those advertised up until now have been for at least 3 years experience), so at least it gives those recently out of school a chance to chalk up time, even if they have to do hard

Re: [IxDA Discuss] The state of UI/UX employment.

2010-02-21 Thread mark schraad
I think this discussion board has become the default and go to posting venue. On Sun, Feb 21, 2010 at 2:28 PM, Vicky Teinaki vicky.tein...@gmail.comwrote: Still, it's a good sign for recent grads - up until recently there's been the experience catch-22 with jobs (most of those advertised up

Re: [IxDA Discuss] The state of UI/UX employment.

2010-02-21 Thread j. eric townsend
Anne Hjortshoj wrote: So in other words, people want to pay for 1-3 years of experience, but they want to get a laundry list of massive skillz. That's what my wife has been running into lately. Job openings for someone with 2-5 years of experience but with a list of requirements she still

Re: [IxDA Discuss] The state of UI/UX employment.

2010-02-21 Thread Anne Hjortshoj
As I was saying in a side conversation with Susan, in better news: the market for independent (contract) UXDers seems to be revivifying, finally. I've had several good conversations in the last month with recruiters for positions and pay scales that are in line with my interests and my experience.

Re: [IxDA Discuss] How do you move from software to hardware UX? Care to share your insights? experience?

2010-02-21 Thread j. eric townsend
Dave Malouf wrote: I think going the phys comp route is way over the top for this. Sorry folks, but doing IxD for physical computers teaches you how to do phys comp and barely teaches you how to do IxD for phys comp. Maybe I misread the question, but I thought they were interested in

Re: [IxDA Discuss] The state of UI/UX employment.

2010-02-21 Thread Anne Hjortshoj
Maybe it's to lower the salary expectations? That's my assumption. -Anne On Sun, Feb 21, 2010 at 4:47 PM, j. eric townsend j...@flatline.net wrote: Dave Malouf wrote: That reality is no longer true. There are a growing # of degree programs that include programming, visual design, and

Re: [IxDA Discuss] The state of UI/UX employment.

2010-02-21 Thread Susan Doran
Dave Agreed that it's partly generational. But it's more than generational, in terms of individuals and their generations. It's generational, in terms of evolution of our profession(s). We're entering our professions' third generation. As I said offline to Anne, what we're now seeing---in

[IxDA Discuss] Explain IA Winners

2010-02-21 Thread Peter Morville
The winner of the grand prize of $1,000 (co-sponsored by Endeca and the IA Institute) is: A Dinosaur Family Explains Information Architecture http://www.flickr.com/photos/boltron/4329185089/in/pool-explainia/ The winner of the best video award of $500 (sponsored by nForm) is:

[IxDA Discuss] [JOB] Sr. UX Designer - Washington DC /FTE - Recruiter

2010-02-21 Thread karen finckenor
*SENIOR USER EXPERIENCE DESIGNER* My client has earned a reputation as the nation’s premier issues and advocacy communications agency. They tackle the pressing issues of the day, including health care and health policy, the environment, volunteer service, public safety and welfare, education and

[IxDA Discuss] [JOB] Freelance Sr. UX Designer - Washington DC / On or Offsite - Recruiter

2010-02-21 Thread karen finckenor
*Freelance SENIOR USER EXPERIENCE DESIGNER - On or Offsite ok* My client has earned a reputation as the nation’s premier issues and advocacy communications agency. They tackle the pressing issues of the day, including health care and health policy, the environment, volunteer service, public

Re: [IxDA Discuss] The state of UI/UX employment.

2010-02-21 Thread Alan Salmoni
To be fair, skill laundry lists are common in lots of fields. For example in IT, there are some ads with very silly requirements especially when the final salary is taken into account. Part of this may be for recruiters to get more bang for their buck, but another part might be a lack of insight

Re: [IxDA Discuss] Explain IA Winners

2010-02-21 Thread Scott Baldwin
Thanks everyone for the votes. My son is super excited that you all took the time to vote for his poster. He plans to put some of his winnings in his savings account and use the rest to buy Lego or Playmobil (that has lots of parts to organize). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Re: [IxDA Discuss] The state of UI/UX employment.

2010-02-21 Thread Paul Sherman
FWIW, I've noticed that recruiters know much more about UX than they did even 3 years ago. I think this is in no small part to the efforts of IxDA, UPA, and some of the private groups like Forrester who publish state of the UX industry type of reports. I led the UPA's UX salary survey from

[IxDA Discuss] [JOB] Interaction Designer :: Tobi (Online Fashion, San Francisco) :: FT

2010-02-21 Thread Anthony Wang
Hi all, Tobi is a leading online fashion company located in San Francisco, led by successful entrepreneurs from fashion/retail and technology/Internet. We are currently investing in user experience and product development, and we are seeking a talented, entrepreneurial Interaction Designer who

[IxDA Discuss] [JOBS] User Experience Practice Manager and Information Architect at Convio, Inc.

2010-02-21 Thread Misty McLaughlin
Convio, Inc. has two positions open in Austin, Texas. Apply at http://www.convio.com/convio/careers/ User Experience Practice Manager Convio develops innovative solutions to help nonprofits become more effective and efficient in pursuing their fundraising and advocacy causes. We are expanding

Re: [IxDA Discuss] making the business case for data visualization

2010-02-21 Thread Timothy Jaeger
J. eric, I think that this (data visualization) is becoming a very hot, growing field and that your examples are great. In regards to the business logic behind this sort of thing, has anyone checked out tools like this: http://www.tableausoftware.com

[IxDA Discuss] University College London, HCI Courses ( UCLIC ) - any advice?

2010-02-21 Thread asymmetric
hi list! i was having a look at ucl's offering in terms of HCI courses, and i was wondering if any of you had been there and has some advice to share. thanks! asymmetric Welcome to the Interaction Design Association (IxDA)! To post

[IxDA Discuss] UXCamp Seoul

2010-02-21 Thread Gilbert Corrales
Hi guys, just wanted to invited you to UXCamp Seoul next Saturday 27th at the Seoul National University. Registration went open yesterday so you can go now and put your name on the list. The conference was originally thought to be mostly driven by Koreans and for Koreans but we are trying to

[IxDA Discuss] Bloomington, Indiana Local User Group Forming

2010-02-21 Thread Jay Steele
If you live in or near Bloomington, Indiana and are interested in helping out with getting a local IxDA group started, please let us know by completing this form - http://bit.ly/bNPTWz We will have our own local section on the ixda.org website in a few weeks and plan to have a call-out meeting

Re: [IxDA Discuss] Sketching before the Wireframes

2010-02-21 Thread jojest
Sketching is the best and cost effective way to play with your ideas in the initial stage and do the required change before moving to low or high fidelity prototype. This sketching process could be participatory which involves clients and all interesting parties. So a fruitful discussion in this

Re: [IxDA Discuss] How to Get People to Answer Honestly

2010-02-21 Thread Lesia Payne
Hmmm.. I haven't had this situation come up but, one thing I would do would be to preface the form by using a very calm but official tone of voice and making sure it was very clear that their answers would remain confidential (?) ... and clearly give them a reason to _want_ to answer honestly. Why

[IxDA Discuss] BBC Global Visual Language 2.0

2010-02-21 Thread Fabian A
Hey Everyone, I thought you guys may find this interesting to read. A good case (behind the scene) on how they are doing the digital re-branding of the BBC. A big task to do but sure as hell a great project to be part of...

[IxDA Discuss] pattern in interior

2010-02-21 Thread smita agrawal
hi i am doing a research on the effects of 2d patterns on human behavior and sense. patterns which are mostly used in interior spaces. concentrating on indian context. kindly guide me if any clue about similar research being done or on going by someone. also any reference books and related

Re: [IxDA Discuss] The NEW platform for IxDA!

2010-02-21 Thread tyler hilker
huzzah! i'm stoked to see it. thanks to everyone for their tremendous effort and hard work. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Posted from the new ixda.org http://www.ixda.org/discuss?post=49520

Re: [IxDA Discuss] The state of UI/UX employment.

2010-02-21 Thread Shelby Moulden
Hello, I was wondering if anyone could offer some advice to us recent college graduates with graphic design degrees where to truly start their career as UI/UX designers. Obviously there are multiple roads to the same place but what's a good road map? Thanks, Shelby . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

[IxDA Discuss] Development Opportunities at Skype

2010-02-21 Thread srclgic
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