Interaction Designer

• A Black-Belt in Adobe Creative Suite, Illustrator, Corel Draw, Flash, etc. and also be knowledgeable about HTML and CSS including capabilities and limitations.
• Some Experience or at least a good working knowledge of Mobile first design techniques
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively to bring projects to completion, with a keen eye to detail
• Must possess a strong portfolio that demonstrates high-quality design work for both the Indian and global audiences
• Must be able to work and communicate effectively in a cross-functional team, and present ideas and designs effectively
• Must be an effective problem solver. We expect you to come up with creative solutions and consider many alternative solutions to each problem
• Deep understanding of web site performance related issues and is motivated to design for extreme optimization
• Should be able to take ownership as required and should be a good leader.
• Should be a good manager having the skill and ability to manage other team members

Activities/ Responsibilities

• Responsible for the conceptualization and implementation of design concepts, graphic images and branding of websites & interfaces applications.
• Visualizing & creating information architecture & user tasks/ flows
• Work with Information Architects, User Experience Analyst consultants and other team members to create and design innovative interaction solutions
• To prepare and conduct workshops with clients or users to understand brand attributes and value, business objectives & user needs.
• Understand functionality requirements and suggest value-added solutions
• Creating cutting-edge website layouts and graphics such as interactive demos, information diagrams/ icons / promos/ banner campaigns using Photoshop/ Illustrator or Flash as required.
• Use design research techniques such as persona / scenario development
• Creating and presenting design ideas & concepts through one or more mediums depending on the project requirement. These could include design mock ups / storyboards / wire frames / prototypes/ product walk-throughs to run by the internal team or clients for feedback / approvals.
• Be actively involved in the production process - coordinate and own quality during conversion of designs into HTML code
• Collaborate with content / copy writers to deliver the right message / communication that is required for the given product / website
• Regularly benchmark design and interaction best practices by tracking and analyzing leading innovators using a host of online resources
• Understand and implement user experience principles in the context of your designs