[Sigia-l] Job posting: Information Architect - Avenue A / Razorfish Chicago

[Andres Sulleiro]

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This is an open position at Avenue A | Razorfish, Chicago


Information Architect-In Brief

The Information Architect is responsible for developing IA documentation
(site maps, transaction flows, schematics, navigation models) for both
web sites and applications. In this role, you will be expected to work
collaboratively with a project team and support the Experience Lead or a
Sr. IA in the execution of all information architecture deliverables. A
firm understanding of user-centered design processes will be crucial to
your success here. Ideal candidates will have a healthy sense of humor,
and are ready to finally work in a place where they are no longer the
smartest person in the room.


CORE DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

# Creating the information architecture for transactional, informational
and marketing websites
# Understanding target audiences' needs, tasks, and goals and
translating them into creative concepts and functional components
# Supporting the team to translate business requirements into meaningful
interactive experiences
# Participating in immersive user research, concept testing, and
usability testing
# Participating in user persona and scenario development to clarify
results of user research and focus the team's design efforts on the
needs of key users
# Collaboratively developing prototypes for demonstration of concepts to
clients
# Conducting competitive audits and market research
# Developing and documenting detailed user experience specifications for
highly interactive interfaces
# Participating in User Experience thought leadership in both the
company and the industry


REQUIRED SKILLS

# Demonstrated ability to execute on IA complex transactional
interfaces, taxonomies and templates for content management systems
# Demonstrated ability to work in a highly collaborative environment
# Experience with user-centered design methodologies
# Excellent oral and written communication and presentation skills
# Experience in client services and negotiating business decisions
# High tolerance for ambiguity matched only by your desire to organize
it
# Willingness to travel


REQUIRED EXPERIENCE

# 3+ years experience as an information architect, interaction designer,
or experience designer (or similar role)
# Degree in a related field, such as Library Science, Industrial Design,
Graphic Design, Human-Computer Interaction, Technical Communications,
English, History, Anthropology, Economics
# Proficiency in a variety of tools including Visio as well as the MS
Office Suite
	

FOR MORE INFORMATION

Submit resumes, portfolios or work examples to Corey Simons at
corey.simons at avenuea-razorfish.com