UX Designer/Information Architect
Join the user experience team of one of the most successful digital agencies in the Twin Cities. Atomic Playpen (AP) is looking for a UX Designer/Information to play a key role in insuring that AP is focused on the most intuitive online experiences for target audiences.

In this role you will create or contribute to the following types of deliverables:
+    Feature lists
+    Personas/use cases
+    Functional requirements
+    Work flows/user flows
+    Site maps
+    Annotated wireframes
+    Paper prototypes
+    High fidelity prototypes
+    Usability test plans/moderator guides
+    Competitive/comparative analyses

You will develop the user experience approach for projects that includes:
+    Assessing content taxonomy 
+    Developing personas
+    Brainstorming functionality and flow
+    Building site maps and task flows
+    Creating wireframes
+    Annotate all functional requirements
+    Contribute requirements documents
+    Contribute to testing plans and analysis.

As the project move through the other phases of AP’s process, you will stay involved in all reviews and transition moments to insure that all aspects of the experience’s structure, flow and functionality are accurately relayed to the design and development teams and to document any additional experience requirements that arise throughout the project process.

Required Skills
+    2-3 years experience creating intuitive user experiences and documenting them via wireframes, site maps, flowcharts and/or other UX documentation techniques.
+    2+ years of professional writing experience creating compelling internal or audience-facing documents (or equivalent experience).
+    Proven ability to research, organize and simplify complex information structures, taxonomy and categorization of information.
+    A solid working knowledge of how technology platforms, CMS and database technology impact user experiences.
+    1-2 years experience designing online experiences is a plus.
+    Ability to demonstrate knowledge of UX trends.
+    Proven track record of internal or external client relations.
+    Strong communication skills.
+    Willingness to learn and grow.
+    Knowledge of Adobe InDesign, Microsoft Office, and Visio or Omnigraffle.

ABOUT ATOMIC PLAYPEN

We were born a digital agency in 1999 and although we have certainly extended our capabilities over the years, digital is still our heart and soul. Our award-winning staff delivers everything from fully-integrated cross-channel campaigns and brand platforms to complex online applications. While we develop highly-effective solutions for some of the world’s most recognized brands, we make sure not to take ourselves too seriously. Our goal in every client engagement is to create raving fans! Check out more about our company and our award-winning work at www.atomicplaypen.com.
 
OUR CULTURE

Atomic Playpen’s success comes from creating a culture where people enjoy their work, their co-workers, and our clients.  We only hire the most talented people who have a strong work ethic, dedication, a high standard for quality, and believe in treating others with professionalism and respect. To be honest, not everyone is a great fit to work here. If you think you fit this job description, our culture and want to join a team of talented individuals who are passionate about creating raving fans, then we would love to hear from you!