Hot Topic, the leader in alternative fashion and licensed fan apparel, merchandise & collectibles, has a great opportunity for a User Experience Designer. This person will help lead Hot Topic, Box Lunch & Her Universe into the future—where websites, apps & stores are seamless, engaging experiences for our customers.

We have a lot going on here at Hot Topic, and 2021 will be a big (and busy) year for the digital experiences team. For the right person, this will be a great opportunity to work on a variety of projects with some great people. We’ll be looking to leverage what you do best, give you opportunities to level-up your skillset, and welcome you as part of our dynamic, diverse team.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

Understand product specifications and user psychology
Conducting user research and testing
Create personas through user research and data
Prepare customer analyses based on our target demographic and initial transactions
Work directly with product owners and other stakeholders to develop a shared vision of the end product
Developing wireframes and task flows based on user needs
Collaborating with Developers to create intuitive, user-friendly ecommerce website, mobile and app experience
Work in a rapid development and prototyping environment where effective communication is paramount
Define the right interaction model and evaluate its success
Track usability goals and prepare reports for senior management
Conduct competitive analyses of other websites that operate in the same space
Find creative ways to solve UX problems (e.g. usability, findability)
Communicate effectively with cross-functional partners, anticipating needs & challenges, and work creatively (and efficiently) to find the best solution to any problem

WHAT YOU'LL NEED

User Experience Fundamentals (Wireframes, User Journeys, Flowcharts & Prototypes)
Visual Design Fundamentals (Layouts, Components, Icons, Typography)
HTML & CSS Fundamentals
E-Commerce experience or understanding
Experience or understanding of UX Research methodologies
Experience with component frameworks, such as Bootstrap, React, etc.
Experience working within a team environment, using Agile & Lean processes
Adobe Creative Suite, Including Photoshop, Illustrator, and XD, Sketch or Figma
Prototyping Software, such as: Principle, InVision, Origami, etc
An interest in pop-culture, whether it be movies, music, television, or animation
Great communication skills: written, verbal & visual
An understanding of how retail, e-commerce, and marketing work
A desire to learn & grow their craft

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Hot Topic & BoxLunchis hiringUX Designer

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