Minneapolis , Minnesota
|Hybrid
|Contract
Minneapolis, Minnesota
|Hybrid
|Contract
Are you passionate about creating inclusive and engaging user experiences? We are looking for an Experience Designer who is dedicated to designing customer-focused solutions that enhance accessibility in the digital realm.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate with teams to design and assess user experiences, ensuring they are both accessible and user-friendly.
- Perform competitive analysis and keep abreast of industry trends to guide design strategies.
- Apply human-centered design methods to develop innovative solutions aligned with business objectives.
- Conduct reviews and tests on digital products to confirm compliance with accessibility standards.
- Involve in quality audits and contribute to the creation of effective remediation plans when needed.
- Guide team members in accessibility best practices and assist in forming educational materials.
Skills
- Demonstrated experience in user experience design with a strong grasp of accessibility standards.
- Proficiency in conducting user research and implementing findings to enhance user experiences.
- Excellent communication and presentation skill with the ability to clearly express design concepts.
- Skilled in utilizing design and testing tools to assess digital accessibility.
Preferred Skills
- Familiarity with ARIA markup and semantic HTML.
- Experience with various assistive technologies such as JAWS and NVDA.
- Knowledge of design thinking methodologies and experience in facilitating collaborative workshops.
- Background in agile environments and cross-channel projects.
At Horizontal, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone’s contributions are valued and respected. We encourage applications from all backgrounds to help us create exceptional user experiences that reflect this ethos.
By applying for this position, you acknowledge and agree that Horizontal Talent may contact you regarding your application using automated technology, including phone calls, SMS/text messages, or email, which may be delivered by our virtual AI recruiter, Alex.
Horizontal facilitates valuable and productive conversations between you and potential employers. We can assist you in growing your career by partnering you with employers that offer challenging assignments. For those that join the team, we offer competitive compensation and benefits including medical, dental, vision, and retirement. Check out all we have to offer and how you can become part of the Horizontal Talent Team. The pay range for this role is $37 - $71 per hour. This is not a guarantee of compensation, as final offer amount may vary based on factors including but not limited to experience and geographic location.
Horizontal is committed to taking affirmative action to employ and advance in employment qualified individuals with disabilities and protected veterans. If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process or participate in the interview process, click here to request accommodation assistance.
All applicants applying must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment.