Dow Jones: Lead, Technical Design

PURPOSE OF POSITION
Lead, Technical Design will be responsible for leading all aspects technical design and development in a fast-paced team-centric environment. Responsibilities will focus on mock-ups, proof-of-concept build-outs, product demos, usability, interface testing, ad sales tools and ad campaign sales pitches. The development responsibilities will focus on execution of both in-house and out-sourced designs utilizing best development practices based upon industry experience. This includes Flash animation, ActionScript, DHTML, CSS, JavaScript. The position will require individual to be able to multi-task a wide variety of projects and wear many hats. Problem solving skills are a must. Will be responsible for providing technical training and mentoring to staff concerning the latest technologies.
JOB DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES
— Designing and managing templates
— Managing design project and team throughout a project lifecycle
— Development of sales mock-ups / ad sales pitches
— Product/web design
— Creation of product demos
— Usability interface testing
— Creation of proof-of-concept build-outs
— Maintenance of sales extranet and intranet
— Working directly with sales and product staff
— Advanced design executions utilizing Flash, ActionScript, DHTML, CSS and JavaScript
REQUIRED SKILLS/EDUCATION
— 5+ years experience in interactive design, focused on design and technology
— Expertise in both Mac and PC desktop Environments
— Solid understanding of web and browser technologies
— In-depth understanding of web usability principles and best practices
— Excellent verbal and written communication skills
— Strong knowledge of Flash animation and Actionscript
— Strong knowledge of DHTML, CSS, JavaScript and XML
— Strong knowledge of Photoshop and Illustrator
— Good understanding databases
— Good understanding of print design
— Bachelors of Science degree
GOOD TO HAVE
— Knowledge of .ASP or ASP.NET
— Knowledge of PHP, MySQL
— Knowledge of Motion Graphics design
— Knowledge of UNIX system administration
— Knowledge of Windows Server system administration
Contact Email: To apply, please visit our careers page at: www.dj.com/careers and enter Job ID# 106124

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