Take a giant leap!
Do you look at your email app and see a jumbled list of links? Does it leave you feeling...well...meh? We think email products out there just aren't cutting it. We think email can be so useful you actually love opening it every day. So beautiful it turns heads when you're using it at a coffee shop. That's the inspiration behind the redesigned AOL Mail. We're seeking a UX Design Intern to help us take AOL Mail to the next level on web, tablets and smart phones!
You'll apply your creative super powers to shape a fast-paced, big-league product - the largest user base of all our applications and one of the top email products in the US! You have a sharp mind with an emphatic soul and you love crafting usable and delightful experiences. You should be familiar with...
* Applying UCD processes to design intuitive user flows, wireframes, and detailed interaction designs
* Creating rapid prototypes to test with consumers and integrate feedback through an iterative process
* Crafting stellar experiences that elegantly balance product and business requirements* Employing user research methodologies to validate your designs
Here's what we're looking for...
* A portfolio demonstrating your best work
* Pursuing a degree in Design, Computer Human Interaction or a related field
* Proficient with Illustrator, Omnigraffle, Visio, Photoshop or comparable software tools
* Strong understanding of basic UCD methodology. You should be comfortable going out into the world for inspiration and know how to validate your designs
* Experience creating detailed wireframes and flowcharts
* Ability to take initiative and collaborate
* Strong writing and organization skills
* Strong prototyping and layout skills and an eye for color & typography
Please email [email protected] to inquire about more details.