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Method · 3 weeks ago

Associate Director, Experience Design

Method is a global design and engineering consultancy that crafts meaningful digital experiences. The Associate Director of Experience Design will lead multidisciplinary design projects, guide teams through complex projects, and ensure that digital products meet client needs while fostering a culture of curiosity and responsible design.

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Responsibilities

Define and design multi channel digital solutions with different disciplines in a highly collaborative environment
Partner closely with clients, serving as an internal champion to ensure our work meets their needs and also serving as an advisor to further their business aspirations through design
Lead multidisciplinary teams through complex projects
Plan, conduct, and interpret primary and secondary research to inform the user interaction and visual direction of a product or service. Research methods include user and business stakeholder interviews, generative customer research, usability evaluations, concept validation, and user testing
Collaborate on and influence the different stages of a digital product—this includes shaping project scope, driving internal and external strategy, and conducting research
Plan and host collaborative workshops and work sessions with internal and external teams
Lead teams in the creation of experience or product design artifacts including archetypes, customer journeys, service blueprints, ecosystems, initial concepts, prototypes, design directions, design systems and detailed design documentation
Mentor and/or manage others in the experience design discipline
Impact Method through common missions that create a diverse organization, further the quality of our work and support the growth and success of our business
Practice responsible design (accessible and inclusive)
Foster a culture of curiosity across design, product and technology that manifests in how projects are framed and executed

Qualification

Digital product designDesign researchService designTeam managementCommunication skillsTime managementCollaboration with technologistsCuriosityMentoring others

Required

Demonstrated success in defining, creating, and launching digital products and services
7+ years experience in design research, digital strategy, digital product design and/or service design. Your story/portfolio reflects a solid foundation in understanding the complexity and intricacies of business problems. Your work to solve these is an appropriate mix of pioneering and pragmatic
1+ year team management experience either in HR capacity or project team leadership
Undergraduate and/or Masters Degree in Design[product, visual/interaction, architecture, industrial], Human Factors, Engineering [mechanical] or equivalent professional experience
Effective time management skills to balance project schedule with fast-paced deadlines
Excellent verbal/written communication and presentation skills, with the ability to successfully articulate design concepts and intent to your team and your client
Ability to collaborate with Technologists as it pertains to developing digital products

Benefits

Continuing education opportunities
Flexible PTO and work-from-home policies
401K matching
Health, Dental and Vision benefits, starting on day 1
Company lunches, company outings, along with a lot of snacks
Health and wellness programs
Other location specific perks (just ask!)

Company

Method

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Method is an international experience design and engineering firm focused on the intersection of brand, product, and service design.

H1B Sponsorship

Method has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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2020 (1)

Funding

Current Stage
Growth Stage
Total Funding
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2011-09-27Acquired

Leadership Team

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Michael Gray
Engineering Director
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Sarah Hudson
Senior Software Engineer
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