Blue State · 4 weeks ago
Contract UX Designer (Evergreen)
United States
Contract
Remote
Mid Level
$85/hr - $110/hr
3+ years expBlue State is a purpose-driven agency that partners with leading causes, brands, and campaigns to create real change. They are seeking a remote freelance UX designer to design intuitive experiences for mission-driven organizations, conduct user research, and present innovative design solutions.
AdvertisingDigital MediaMarketingPublic RelationsSocial
Responsibilities
Lead the strategy, information architecture and user experience design for websites, from kickoff to user research and through the development of sitemap, wireframes and/or prototypes
Lead collaborative workshops and co-design activities to iterate with clients and users, quickly arriving at design solutions
Contribute to discovery phases through competitive analysis, content and site audits, and qualitative and quantitative user research
Structure and execute user-centered research, including user interviews, usability testing, survey creation and analyses, card sorting, and tree testing
Synthesize and present research findings through user personas, user journeys, experience maps, and feature requirements documentation
Create innovative and intuitive design frameworks articulated through wireframes, sitemaps, and clickable prototypes
Work closely with visual designers, strategists, product managers, and developers throughout the design process, from concept to launch
Qualification
Required
3+ years prior work experience in a related role
A portfolio exhibiting your UX strategy and design experience and showcases wireframes and sitemaps
Experience leading usability testing
Experience with and genuine love of the intricacies of web as platform for delivering unique and intuitive experiences
Methodical, problem-solving mindset and attention to detail
Self-starting and flexible; with an ability to work independently
The ability to juggle multiple projects in a fast-paced, demanding environment
Comfort with ambiguity and a commitment to constant iteration and improvement
Exceptional verbal, written, and presentation skills
Preferred
Experience with content strategy a big plus
Company
Blue State
Blue State is a media strategy and technology firm specializing in online fundraising, advocacy, social networking and more.
201-500 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Growth StageTotal Funding
unknown2010-12-30Acquired
Leadership Team
Christina Drayer
Managing Director
Ryan Seggel
Global Managing Director
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