User Experience Analyst

Auto-Owners Insurance, a top-rated insurance carrier, is seeking a motivated individual to join our team as a User Experience Designer. Responsibilities include analyzing business requirements and user feedback needed for user-centered design. This includes the ability to create the necessary visual design and information architecture for various deliverables. The position requires the person to:

• Consulting with business users and IT to determine the information needed to develop visual design concepts, including graphics, and screen mockups.
• Conducting and analyzing user research, including usability studies, user interviews and surveys.
• Developing information architecture needed for web development and user interactions.
• Maintaining an awareness of current usability and user-centered design best practices.
• Consulting with users, architects, project leaders, and management to resolve problems and suggest alternatives.
• Assisting with development and maintenance of corporate web standards.

Do you have experience in Cross-functional communication?, Do you have a Bachelor's degree?, * Bachelor's degree in user experience design, user interface design, user centered design, information architecture, graphic design, human-computer interaction, new media, or equivalent experience is preferred.

• Strong artistic and visual eye for design, with a solid understanding of how to design for the web.
• Proficiency with Adobe Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop).
• Understanding of CSS, (X)HTML, XML, JavaScript, image editing and production, interface design, usability testing, and information architecture is desired.
• Must be able to communicate effectively with project teams and participate in brainstorming sessions.
• Portfolio of previous projects demonstrating Web Design/User Experience Design.

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• 401(k) matching
• Paid time off
• Pension plan
• Paid holidays, Auto-Owners offers a wide range of career opportunities, and we are seeking talent that will help us continue our long tradition of success. We offer a friendly work environment, structured training program, employee mentoring and an excellent compensation/benefits package. Along with a competitive base salary, matched 401(k), fully-funded pension plan (once vested), and bonus programs, Auto-Owners also provides generous paid time off including holidays, vacation days, personal time, and sick leave. If you're looking to do rewarding work alongside great people, Auto-Owners is the place for you!

A career at Auto-Owners is challenging and rewarding. Our group of caring associates create financial security by helping individuals and businesses make a new start when a loss occurs.