Overview
We’re looking for a Web/Graphic Designer, with the passion and drive to create the “next big thing” in the web-based consumer market.
Responsibilities
Lead the design effort for both user interaction and visual elements on the website and mobile apps
Develop conceptual diagrams, wireframes, prototypes, visual mockups and graphic assets
Manage design practices as they apply to the implementation of standards for interaction, color, typography, brand alignment and all other visual/interactive expressions of the user experience
Work closely with both engineering, product and marketing to define and create designs that achieve business objectives and motivate users
Ensure consistency of branding and styles across all user experiences.
Experience
At least 2+ years of web/graphic design experience
Able to work independently, as well collaboratively with other team members
Consumer internet experience and high traffic website experience is critical
Start-up experience is a must
Skills
Solid knowledge of Adobe software suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator and Flash (CS4)
Fluency of HTML 5, XHTML, JavaScript, CSS, AJAX
Ability to code functional pages from mockups
Experience implementing web 2.0 & social functionality
Experience designing cross platform / browser so that Firefox, IE, Chrome and Safari all function nicely
In-depth knowledge of user interface design principles, human factors, user-centered design processes, web-industry standards and trends, platform standards, software development process, and prototyping / design
The right candidate must be energetic & fun
Must be entrepreneurial
Must be self-motivated to prioritize and manage work load and meet critical project milestones and deadlines.
Must have passion for end-user focused software applications design with a high awareness of current industry design and usability trends
Ability to work in fast-paced environment and flexibility to accommodate demanding schedules
Education
Commensurate with Job requirements