Disney is hiring: Senior UX Designer in Glendale

Content Summary: Senior UX Designer at Glendale, for Disney

Studio Technology is looking for a Sr UX Designer to lead each stage of UX design delivery across a portfolio of projects that include enterprise tools, apps and technology, supporting film production across The Walt Disney Studios. They must be able to think both as a systems designer & a well-rounded creative technologist who is passionate about interactive and experiential entertainment. They possess a strong intellectual curiosity, always following the latest advances in technology and entertainment while pro-actively growing their skills. The ideal candidate must be able to work independently with minimal supervision, be a self-starter, ability to multitask, lead and establish design guidelines, meet deadlines, quickly gain an understanding of our brand and ship top notch products.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Keep up-to-date on the evolving social, cultural, technology, and design landscape and apply knowledge of new trends and innovation in the marketplace.
• Help build and support small and large-scale interactive prototypes, mockups, and playtests using a variety of industry-standard and Disney-proprietary software and hardware tools.
• Oversee UX design, prototyping and visual design delivery across of cross-platform experiences.
• Apply deep knowledge of complex emerging tech trends to innovate and bring efficiency to production teams across the company.
• Leverage extensive working knowledge of generative design research processes & be able to lead user research interviews, manage all playtests, synthesize findings, and develop insights into actionable design solutions.
• Manage the production and design of communication packages related to Events and internal department Websites, including presentations, videos, marketing materials, etc.
• Oversee short form content such as videos and articles including deep dives on emerging technology trends and briefings on events.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5+ years’ experience in creative technology, design, with a proven track record of rapid prototyping and UI innovation for Unity based products.
• Prior experience creating technology-driven entertainment/interactive experiences with focus on cutting edge tech implementation.
• A broad understanding, comfort, and enthusiasm for technology and the ability to quickly and proactively learn new technologies, techniques, and tools.
• Excellent experience designer and systems thinker, with a proven track record of creating compelling physical and digital event design.
• Excellent visual and design skills with a strong understanding of user-centered design principles and design thinking methods.
• Diverse experience in complex creative technology applications for digital and experiential (electronics, software, AV, sound, motion, installations, robotics, electronics, engineering, custom UI).
• Strong knowledge of consumer brand strategy, branding, interaction design, technology, usability, and experience design - expertise in motion graphics, UI prototyping, and video production/storytelling.
• Advanced proficiency in a variety of design and prototype tools such as: Figma and Adobe Creative Cloud.
• Self-motivated, proficient in managing a large project portfolio simultaneously, work independently while adapting quickly to a fast-paced environment, and escalate issues as necessary.
• Excellent visual/verbal communicator with strong presentation and storytelling skills (i.e. ability to present to various levels/groups via compelling presentations and demos).
• Experience working collaboratively with producers, directors, technologists, executive teams, and external vendors.
• Deep interest in technology as it relates to media & entertainment.

EDUCATION:

• BA/BS degree in Product design, Industrial design, UX & Communication design or related field/equivalent experience.
• MBA with focus in Systems design a plus.

OTHER QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1+ years of technical coordination experience.
• Basic understanding of theatrical production and post production practices.
• Attention to detail and accuracy, ability to learn basics of managing each request to completion.
• Strong ability to multi-task.
• Ability to work in a deadline-driven and team-based environment.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Self-motivated, ambitious, strong ability to multi-task.

The hiring range for this position in Los Angeles, CA is $126,400 - $169,500 per year. The base pay actually offered will take into account internal equity and also may vary depending on the candidate’s geographic region, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience among other factors. A bonus and/or long-term incentive units may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to the full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits, dependent on the level and position offered.

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