Location: New York, N.Y.
URL: www.carbonesmolan.com
The Senior Interactive Designer position at Carbone Smolan Agency runs
the design process for web- and interactive-focused projects and is
responsible for bringing an expertise of the web & digital design
world (including mobile space) to new & existing projects. While
this is a design position, no coding is needed, candidate should
understand the capabilities and best practices relating to the use of
front-end interactive technologies, including HTML, CSS, JavaScript,
Flash, AJAX, iOS.
Education: Bachelor's Degree (Design / Interactive) or equivalent experience.
Experience:
Minimum 7 years web design experience. Minimum 3 years managing direct
reports in a leadership role within a creative team in a relevant
creative background. Proven talent in graphic and interactive design.
Experience overseeing or editing copy a plus. Mastery of appropriate
tools & technology. Advanced Photoshop, with excellent digital
photo-manipulation and compositing skills. Working knowledge of
InDesign, Flash, and Illustrator. Understanding of the capabilities and
best practices relating to the use of front-end Web technologies,
including HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Flash, AJAX.
Important
attributes: Sophisticated sense of design/style. Impeccable design
fundamentals (type, image, color). Proven ability to translate complex
design challenges into clear, customer-friendly experiences. Discerning
eye for photo editing. Collaborative, inclusive and flexible team
member. Resourceful self-starter who gets things done. Highly organized
with extreme attention to detail. Ability to manage multiple priorities
and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Positive, constructive
approach. Strong communication and presentation skills required.
Primary
responsibilities: Primary Design lead for long-term/high-profile
projects for new and existing brands. Construct sitemaps and wireframes
with an eye towards usability and solid information architecture. Lead
the web and mobile design on large-scale branding projects. Art direct
and produce style guidelines. Manage and monitor design team workflow.
Work with external development teams to ensure accurate final
production of site designs. Act as creative lead and interface with
cross-functional leadership. Design and oversee a new CSA site. Manage
team of 1-3 designers for larger projects. Motivate team members with
constructive feedback.
Secondary responsibilities: May be asked
to take on additional internal projects including projects for one or
more of the following categories: new business, public relations,
proposal system, project documentation.
To apply: Please send resume, salary requirements and a well-written cover letter (as a PDF or Word document) relating suitable experience, background, skills and interests to jobs@carbonesmolan.com; include ?Senior Interactive Designer? in email title.
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