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Information Architect, Aquilent
Oct 18 04
Source: SigIA
We're hiring an Information Architect for an intranet redesign project at a government agency. If you're interested in applying, please email resume and any portfolio samples to: jobs@aquilent.com, and put "Information Architect"
as the subject.
Look forward to hearing from you!
Responsibilities:
• Design and deliver high-level content organization and navigation, and page-level information design • Analyze business requirements and user data to develop task models and user personas • Perform user and best practices research as required • Work closely and iteratively with client and Aquilent teams (project mangers, designers, copywriters, developers)
Requirements:
• Fluency in the principles of information architecture, usability, and user experience design • Produce deliverables including: personas, site maps, user flows, navigation schemes and labeling, wireframes, and user interfaces for new and existing websites and applications
• 1-2 years experience in information architecture or user experience design • Experience with Visio (preferred), FreeHand, Illustrator or OmniGraffle, • Experience in organizing large websites (5000+ pages)
• A BA/BS degree in Technical Communications, Interaction Design, Library or Information Sciences, Information Architecture, Psychology, or related discipline • Familiarity with best practices on the web • Ability to translate usability test findings into actionable recommendations
• Ability to work productively with limited supervision • Ability to work in a dynamic and fast-paced team environment • Strong time management, communication (verbal and written), and interpersonal skills • Please provide links to your portfolio or send us samples of your work
Valuable but not required:
• Good writing skills
• Experience with content management system
• Experience with designing for Section 508 compliance
• Experience working for public sector organization
• Experience with Microsoft Project
• Involvement with industry standards or professional organizations related
to web/UI design