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Friday, August 31, 2007

Manager, Information Architecture in New York, NY

Friday, August 31, 2007
SEE THINGS DIFFERENTLY.

Technology and creativity serve the idea. Together. To see them any other way is see their reach and power with the narrowest of vision.

We are Sapient. Since 1990, we have partnered with some of the world's most recognized brands, and - by harnessing the power of both creativity and technology - helped them achieve success at a rate nearly three times the industry average. Our commitment to our clients is renowned; our passion for delivering exceptional value unparalleled.

Sapient is looking for individuals who want to make a difference. We are inventors, rule-breakers and catalysts, and the work we do changes lives. Our environment fosters growth and creativity, demands openness and client-focused delivery, and celebrates initiative and risk-taking.

Does this speak to you? Then whether you're fluent in the language of HTML, strategy, Java, or consumer research, we invite you to bring your talents and passion to Sapient.

Job Title:
Manager, Information Architecture

Job Summary
Managers of Information Architecture at Sapient are responsible for the navigation, organization, interaction design, and business/user process engineering for leading-edge Web solutions and software. You will apply user-centered design methods to translate user needs, business objectives, and technology capabilities into world-class user experiences for leading companies. In addition, you will play an active part in expanding current client relationships and forging new ones. You must have a basic understanding of creative disciplines, such as user-centered research, visual design, site development, content strategy, and brand strategy, to craft holistic solutions with the experts in those disciplines. We look for people who are experts in their field, passionate about what they do, and thrive working with other smart people to solve the toughest design challenges.

Key Responsibilities:
  • Management of creative teams and tracks of work, including:
    o Planning and estimation for highly complex projects
    o Mentorship of co-workers and design guidance
    o Risk/issue management and resolution
    o Task flow/process flow generation
    o Presentation of concepts and progress to clients
  • Leadership role in developing new business and client relationships
  • User experience audits and heuristic evaluations, user research/user profiling and scenario generation
  • Concept generation and modeling
  • Site structure definition
  • Wireframe design
  • Solution prototyping
  • Identification of tools templates and techniques that evolve existing approaches for the larger Creative community at Sapient
    Job Requirements:*
  • Bachelor's degree preferred in design-related discipline: Interaction, Information or Interface design; Human-Computer Interaction; Design Planning; Graphic Design; Communications.
  • 5-7 years of industry experience
  • Candidates must be expert in user-centered design methods and techniques
  • Proficient to expert in: InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Visio, Microsoft Office.
  • Excellent analytical and process-oriented skills
  • Excellent verbal and written skills
  • Experience in working on multiple projects simultaneously
  • Ability to work collaboratively on multi-disciplinary teams
  • Prior experience in a consulting firm preferred
  • Prior experience in UI design for mobile devices a plus

    About Sapient
    Sapient helps clients innovate their businesses in the areas of marketing, business operations, and technology. Leveraging a unique approach, breakthrough thinking, and disciplined execution, Sapient leads its industry in delivering the right business results on time and on budget. Sapient works with clients that are driven to make a difference, including BP, Essent Energie, Harrah's Entertainment, Hilton International, Janus, National Institutes of Health (NIH), Sony Electronics, the U.S. Marine Corps, and Verizon.

    Founded in 1990, Sapient is headquartered in Cambridge, Massachusetts, and operates across North America, Europe, and India. More information about Sapient can be found at .

    *Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this role, which include hearing, speaking, typing and occasionally moving and/or lifting up to 15 pounds.

    Sapient is a registered service mark of Sapient Corporation.

    Keywords: information architect; user experience, interaction designer

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