Information Architect | Forum One Communictions

Forum One is currently seeking an Information Architect to create mission-driven audience-centric user experiences on the web. The ideal candidate is an experienced practitioner, both creative and detail-oriented, who understands how business goals, users’ needs, branding guidelines, and technology work together to create an optimal user experience. We seek a tinkerer. Someone who notices the usability of every day objects and longs to make them better.

Responsibilities

* Actively support a diverse range of consulting engagements
* Engage in comprehensive user research and usability testing to gain a thorough understanding of the client’s goals, mission and needs, along with the needs of its audience
* Produce user-centered design documentation including concept models, personas, sitemaps,  usability reports, user flows and wireframes
* Evaluate clients' web-sites for usability opportunities




Key Qualifications


* Detailed portfolio of wireframes, site maps, navigation systems, user flow diagrams, personas, heuristics assessments, functional specifications, and resulting web designs

* Outstanding writing and presentation skills

* Proven ability to interact with clients, manage expectations, and communicate persuasively

* Positive attitude and ability to flex, as needed

* Demonstrated familiarity with web technologies and solutions that enhance the user experience

* Ability to diagnose, prioritize, and solve problems proactively

* Experience collaborating with others and working in small teams

* Understanding of web standards, search engine optimization methods and accessibility guidelines

* Visual design or front-end development skills a plus

* Experience with non-profit, government sectors desired

* 2+ years experience in information architecture / human factors / or related field

* Meticulous, hard working, detail-oriented, creative, reliable, positive, fun!