[Sigia-l] JOB: Information Architect / UI Designer - NBC Universal

[jon magliola]

JOB DESCRIPTION

NBC Universal is looking for Information Architects / UI Designers mid to
senior-level in the New York City area. Both contract and full-time
opportunities are available. Come work with us in the newly formed UX
Design team, creating next-generation websites and webapps for NBCU's host
of high-profile brands.

Great projects, great people, great compensation. What else is there?

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

The IA/UI Designer is responsible for the design and creation of
wireframes, userflows, and user interface designs for our suite of
websites & online applications. The User Interface designer develops
documents and designs based on Business Requirement Documents, Functional
Specifications, input from the Product Design and Operations staff, and
other supporting documentation.

    * Design and implement highly usable interfaces with the best possible
user experience, working with interaction designers, product managers,
software engineers, and project managers
    * Produce high level flows and detailed prototypes and mockups to
effectively test and communicate designs
    * Work with our product specialists to validate designs and iterate on
findings
    * Maintain current knowledge of what's possible with the technologies
and interface standards across the broad range of platforms and
browsers we support
    * Work with all product teams to create a superior end-user/customer
experience for all Blackboard product lines
    * Work collaboratively with product managers to create the functional
specification document and project documentation

QUALIFICATIONS

Educational Requirements:

    * BA/BS or MA/MS in related field

Required Skills & Experience:

    * 3+ years experience designing highly usable, effective interfaces
for web applications
    * Experience with user-centered design methodologies
    * Strong information and interaction design experience
    * Experience developing conceptual models, flowcharts, prototypes,
detailed UI design requirements, and interface designs
    * Strong visualization and presentation skills, (Indesign,
Illustrator, Visio, PhotoShop)
    * Familiarity with Flash, HTML, JavaScript, and CSS design capabilities
    * Demonstrated ability to work in a team-based development environment
    * Excellent cross-team collaboration, communication, written and
organizational skills
    * Portfolio of successful products and artifacts
    * Ability to meet ambitious deadlines and deliver high-quality work on
schedule
    * Demonstrated understanding of how implementation decisions impact
user experience in terms of browser compatibility, accessibility,
internalization and performance
    * Strong skills in prototyping and current front end standards
    * Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously

Bonus Points for:

    * Experience conducting usability testing and analysis
    * Ability to design and create documentation
    * Experience with Content Management systems

HOW TO APPLY

Please submit resume & online portfolio of sample IA deliverables (e.g.
site architecture maps, wireframes, user interface specifications) to Jon
Magliola at jon.magliola [at] nbcuni.com.

IA-specific deliverable examples required for consideration.

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Thank you!