At VML, we create connected brands. We resist the usual ways of seeing, doing and thinking — harnessing creativity, technology and culture — to reimagine the entire connected consumer  experience. Our goal? To create work that becomes part of people’s lives, to drive value for our clients  and, in the best of cases, to impact the world. 

VML is searching for a Senior Experience Designer, UX. The experience design, UX, is responsible for optimizing the behaviors and expectations of users within an  experience. They study what the user does before, during, and after an experience, and why. UXers create models and prototypes, and rely on user feedback for proof or basis for iterations. 

RESPONSIBILITIES 

• Draw upon analytical and process-oriented skills to generate human-centered recommendations using  design thinking methods 
• Do user research, primary and secondary, to develop personas and user and interaction flow diagrams 
• Develop information architecture (IA), annotated wireframes, interaction design prototypes and  documentation 
• Evaluate existing sites for usefulness, usability and best practices 
• Collaborate with UI and copywriter to execute design vision 
• Support and participate in user testing  
• Understand both client goals and user needs

SKILLS & EXPERIENCE

• A minimum of a bachelor’s degree with an emphasis in liberal arts or human-centered design or  equivalent in a related field
• A minimum of 2-3 years of industry experience  
• Experience in user-centered design methods and techniques 
• Experience in interface design, responsive design and platform-based solutions 
• Digital agency experience and background preferred 
• Proficient with design tools such as Sketch and InVision app for designing and prototyping solutions • Can find creative ways to get things done effectively and collaboratively 
• Continuous learner of technology; promoting it, using it and finding new tools to make us more effective • Ability to distill complex ideas into simple concepts 
• Excellent analytical and process-oriented skills, as well as verbal and written skills 
• Strong writing skills, creativity and passion for user-centered design
• Ability to develop relationships, and plan and execute with minimal oversight 

What we offer (All NA roles not Canada): 

• Passionate, driven people | We champion a culture of people that do extraordinary work.
• Consciously cultivated culture | We aim to embody the behaviors to build an inclusive community that is in it together, bringing both positivity and active listening into the workplace as we simultaneously strive to empower creative bravery.
• Competitive benefits | What we offer full time hires ranges from the full spectrum of group health coverage options (medical, dental, vision) to a generous 401k match (100% dollar-for-dollar match, up to 5% of salary contribution), and a variety of paid time off offerings that reflect our investment in all aspects of your overall life balance and wellness.
• Growth-minded opportunities | We aim to nurture a culture of real-time feedback, growth-oriented mindset, and plenty of training opportunities through VML and WPP, so you can continue to grow personally and professionally.

VML is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, military/veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability, or other protected group status. We believe in creating a dynamic work environment that values diversity and inclusion and strives to recruit a diverse slate of candidates to help us achieve that goal.