JOB SUMMARY
The Experience Designer, has 3-5 years of experience as a practitioner of user-centric product design. They work with a team of Product Designers creating digital products such as web sites, mobile sites, native apps, experiential UX/UI, and voice apps.
They know how to work with all aspects of the Experience Design digital workflow, including interaction design, visual design, motion design, wireframing, and prototyping.
They work closely with Creative, Strategy, Production, Technology, et al; so that the end digital product truly exceeds both the users’ needs and the requirements of the business.
They will be able to design flawless design systems and pattern libraries based on everything we know about the end user of their product.
They will understand the importance of pixel accuracy and working within the parameters of any given framework.
They will be evangelists for human interface guidelines, as well as accessibility and utilizing technology to better the overall user experience.
They ensure flawless execution of digital properties that are not only engaging and compelling, but also useful and usable.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Creation
Create custom solutions for client, customer, and product needs
Design Process
Development of sitemaps, wireframes, and functional specifications.
Design Execution
Lead the process of the brand identity development
Design and Technical Execution
Provide production ready files and specs for various branding assets including brandmarks, iconography, secondary graphics, color (with breakdowns in CMYK, RGB, GS, HEX and PMS), typography, layouts, data visualization charts, etc.
Design Execution
Execute the design of brand identity assets
Design Leadership
Communicating the value of UX methodologies to key stakeholders
Agency workflow
Developing, implementing, documenting workflows and processes
Agency workflow
Ability to present information in a variety of different formats to all levels of the organization, including senior executives
Quality Assurance
Testing & Troubleshooting
JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
• Work with XD teams through the entire product lifecycle.
• Support and evangelize the full digital workflow as it pertains to user-centric design.
• Manage rapid prototyping and user testing process with regards to ongoing sprints.
• Participate with Creative, Strategy, Technology and other departments on RFIs, RFPs, pitches and client presentations.
• Expert with Sketch, Principle, Adobe XD, Photoshop, Illustrator or similar. Prototyping tools such as Invision, and/or Usability Hub.
• Expert in responsive grid systems and frameworks as well as vector graphics and optimization.
• Working knowledge of front-end code, HTML, CSS.
EDUCATION
DEGREE/DIPLOMA
AREA OF STUDY
REQUIRED/PREFERRED
Bachelors
Digital Design or related field
Preferred
LICENSES & CERTIFICATIONS
N/A
EXPERIENCE
MIN EXPERIENCE
AREA OF EXPERIENCE
REQUIRED/PREFERRED
3 years
of experience as a practitioner of user-centric product design
Required
KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS
Design Software
Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch, Principle, Invision, Zeplin, OmniGraffle, other interaction/visual/motion design tools.
Adobe Acrobat
Strong knowledge in Adobe Acrobat
Adobe Creative Suite
Solid knowledge in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator)
Color Correction
Color Correction
Color Sense & Motion
Color Sense & Motion
Color Theory
Expert Knowledge Color theory and proofing profiles.
Color Theory
Color theory, all related software programs and manufacturing processes.
Compositing
Compositing
Computer Hardware & Software
Familiar with tablet devices (Android, iPad) and smartphones. Veva.
Computer Hardware & Software
Familiar with tablet devices (Android, iPad) and smartphones
Computer Hardware & Software
Must be competent with all major Internet browsers
Computer Skills
Computer Skills
Creative
Creative storytelling
Design
Design
Type Design
Type Design
Typography
Strong skills in typography, graphic design, and layout
Typography
Typography
UX Programs
Solid knowledge of Omnigraffle, InVision, and Axure
UX Programs
Advanced knowledge of Omnigraffle, InVision, and Axure
Web Development
Demonstrates basic programming proficiency in HTML and CSS languages.
COMPETENCIES
Accountability
Demonstrates and communicates a high level of ownership and commitment to achieving result; Takes responsibility for one's own actions and decisions, and their consequences
Articulation
Ability to articulate ideas
Autonomy
Ability to perform all jobs in an efficient manner with little to no assistance from others
Client Focus
Ability to interact professionally with clients and demonstrates client focused approach to service their needs
Collaboration
Ability to work effectively in team environment with individuals of all agency levels.
Collaboration
Ability to work effectively in a team environment to build and foster collaborative environment
Communication
Is attentive and shows interest in the subject; Expresses ideas clearly and accurately
Composure
Maintains a calm demeanor under pressure.
Creativity
Possesses a creative mind
Enthusiasm
Demonstrates enthusiasm and energy
Fast-Paced
Ability to work in a high-volume, fast paced environment.
Flexibility
Possesses openness to different and new ways of doing things, in a variety or situations, and with variety of individuals or groups; Readily modifies, responds to, and integrates change with minimal personal resistance
Forward Thinking
Able to “connect the dots” and escalate issues when necessary.
Forward Thinking
Anticipates what is needed before anyone else sees it.
Integrity
Shows high degree of integrity.
Interpersonal Skills
Is able to establish and maintain rapport and build relationships with another
Positive Attitude
Displays a positive attitude.
Work Ethics
An excellent work ethic
OTHER INFORMATION
Understands the importance of objective user-centric digital design, and the design, build, test methodology.STATEMENT OF UNDERSTANDING
We are providing you with this job description as a guideline for your role. Based on your team, your role may vary slightly and you may perform other duties or have other responsibilities that are dictated by business needs. However, if you think that there are elements of this job description that are inaccurate, please speak with your manager and/or HR Partner.
In addition, this job description is not intended to include modifications consistent with providing reasonable accommodation for a disability.
