[Sigia-l] JOB - Interaction Designer (contract) Bank of America - Boston

[Nancy ODriscoll]

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> Interaction Designer - Contract
> Boston, MA
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> The core responsibility of the Interaction Designer is to lead
> user-centered design processes to ensure that web-based products,
> applications, and marketing pages are easy to use and help customers and
> associates fulfill their goals. This position is going to be working with
> our Boston-based Brokerage and Investments group so in addition to the
> requirements listed below, it would be a bonus if you'd done work in the
> financial or brokerage world before.
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> The ideal candidate can balance multiple projects, is detail-oriented, and
> can work effectively with both technologists and business partners.
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> Responsibilities:
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> - Gather each project's business requirements from product and segment
> representatives
> - Determine optimal implementation strategy via research and usability
> testing
> - Define user needs by conducting task-focused analyses
> - Draft high-level information flows and navigation systems
> - Create conceptual designs focused on maximum innovation
> - Develop detailed page schematics
> - Determine technology needs for initiatives by working closely with a
> development team
> - Ensure look & feel of initiatives supports user experience by working
> with visual designers
> - Facilitate development of product prototypes for usability testing and
> proof-of-concept purposes
> - Help define methodology for usability tests, assist with testing
> walkthrough, and contribute to reports
> - Present design solutions to business representatives and other
> stakeholders
> - Manage outside agencies engaged during various project phases
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> Skills & Qualifications:
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> - Minimum 3 years web application interaction design experience
> - Masters Degree in Interaction Design or related field preferred
> - Experience with complex financial services product offerings,especially
> on the web
> - Ability to understand and interpret existing site design and style
> guides, and create effective solutions within those guidelines
> - Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively through various formats
> (oral, written, graphic design) with project team and clients,
> both individually and in groups
> - Working knowledge of web-related technologies including HTML, XML,
> JavaScript, and Flash
> - Working knowledge of visual design tools including Visio, Photoshop,
> Illustrator
> - Demonstrated knowledge of product creation processes, particularly how
> they pertain to web development
> - Strong conceptual design, collaborative, and organizational skills
> - Strong communications skills and ability to present work to clients and
> executives
> - Dedication to detail and deadlines
> - Motivation for continuous improvement and ability to lead and motivate
> others
> - Resilience under pressure and flexibility in potential conflict
> situations
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> All applicants must be prepared to provide references and work samples
> To apply, please contact Melissa Sharples at Aquent: *melissas at aquent.com
> * <melissas at aquent.com> or 617.535.6030
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