Interaction Designer/User researcher

PaperPlane is looking for an Interaction Designer who can translate high level requirements into Interaction flows and transform them into user- friendly , functional interfaces. Responsibilities:

Responsible for conceptualising and implementing design concepts, graphic images, and branding websites and interface applications.

Visualising & 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 intended message / communication that is required for the given product / website.

Regularly benchmark design and interaction best practices by tracking and analysing leading innovators using a host of online resources.

Understand and implement user experience principles in the context of your designs.Desired Skills, Qualification & Experience:

A degree or diploma in web/ multimedia/ graphic design, or design- related field.

A Black- Belt in Adobe Creative Suite, Illustrator, Corel Draw, Flash, etc. and also be knowledgeable about HTML and CSS including capabilities and limitations.

Demonstrable knowledge or experience in Mobile- first design techniques is a big bonus.

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.

Must possess deep understanding of website performance related issues and is motivated to design for extreme optimisation.

Should be able to take ownership, as required, and be a good leader.

Must have good managerial skills to manage team members as required.