moochida

Interaction Design and Information Architecture

• Designing user interactions and interfaces with a focus on usability for Web-based applications
• Defining information hierarchy and site structure for large, transaction-based systems
• Analyzing user tasks and profiles to determine needs in user context
• Creating interactive and paper-based prototypes
• Writing detailed functional specifications for dynamic, database-driven user interfaces
• Ability to collaborate in a large, team-based environment, and work with:
• User researchers to conduct contextual research and usability testing
• Business analysts to define business requirements
• Content writers to develop consistent language across a site, and create appropriate information flow throughout the system
• Software developers to ensure integrity of front-end user interface design

Web Design

• Designing and producing usable, accessible, and attractive graphical elements for the Web
• Creating Web graphics appropriate for the Japanese market

Print Design

• Designing layout for magazines/newsletters
• Creating attractive illustrations, charts, and other informational graphics