About WPP Media
WPP is the creative transformation company. We use the power of creativity to build better futures for our people, planet, clients and communities. For more information, visit wpp.com.
WPP Media is WPP’s global media collective. In a world where media is everywhere and in everything, we bring the best platform, people, and partners together to create limitless opportunities for growth. For more information, visit wppmedia.com
About Choreograph: A Leading WPP Media Brand
Choreograph is WPP’s global data products and technology company. We’re on a mission to transform marketing by building the fastest, most connected data platform that bridges marketing strategy to scaled activation.
We work with agencies and clients to transform the value of data by bringing together technology, data and analytics capabilities. We deliver this through the Open Media Studio, an AI-enabled media and data platform for the next era of advertising.
We’re endlessly curious. Our team of thinkers, builders, creators and problem solvers are over 1,000 strong, across 20 markets around the world.
Role Summary And Impact
We are seeking a dynamic and innovative
Designer, Design & Research (UX/UI) to join our Innovation and Prototyping Lab. In this role, you'll play a crucial role in shaping the future of products at choreograph. You’ll thrive in a fast-paced environment where the ability to iterate and refine designs based on feedback and evolving requirements with limited discovery.
You'll collaborate with researchers, developers, and stakeholders to rapidly develop innovative designs that address complex challenges and meet evolving user needs. Your expertise in design methods and tools will be instrumental in creating compelling and functional prototypes that meet the needs of our target audiences.
What You Will Do
- Rapid Prototyping: Develop a robust set of design templates and components that align with our technical framework, enabling efficient and effective prototype creation.
- User-Centric Design: Synthesize user research and analysis to uncover insights that inform design decisions and ensure products meet user needs.
- Adaptability and Agility: Thrive in a fast-paced environment where design decisions must often be made with limited upfront discovery. Demonstrate the ability to quickly adapt to changing requirements and iterate on designs based on ongoing feedback.
- Innovation and Experimentation: Embrace a culture of experimentation and iterative design to explore new ideas and push the boundaries of what is possible.
- Design Thinking: Apply design thinking principles to solve complex problems and create innovative solutions.
- Agile Methodology: Work seamlessly within cross-functional agile teams to understand project briefs and user requirements to deliver high-quality designs on tight timelines.
- Communication and Collaboration: Effectively communicate design concepts and rationale to stakeholders, both verbally and visually. Collaborate with developers and other team members to ensure successful project execution.
- Prioritization and Time Management: Manage competing priorities and effectively allocate your time to deliver projects on schedule.
Skills And Experience
At WPP Media, we believe in the power of our culture and our people. It’s what elevates us to deliver exceptional experiences for both our clients and each other. In this role it will be critical to embrace WPP & WPP Media’s shared core values:
- Be Extraordinary by Leading Collectively to Inspire transformational Creativity.
- Create an Open environment by Balancing People and Client Experiences by Cultivating Trust.
- Lead Optimistically by Championing Growth and Development to Mobilize the Enterprise.
- Strong understanding of design principles and best practices.
- Experience working in an agile environment.
- Proficiency in Figma (or similar design tools).
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
- Ability to analyze user and business research data.
- A passion for innovation and a desire to push the boundaries of design.
- Experience in marketing and media is a plus.
BONUS POINTS
- Experience with prototyping tools and techniques.
- Knowledge of front-end development (HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Python).
- Familiarity with accessibility standards.
Life At WPP Media & Benefits
Our passion for shaping the next era of media includes investing in our employees to help them do their best work, and we’re just as committed to employee growth as we are to responsible media investment. WPP Media employees can tap into the global WPP Media & WPP networks to pursue their passions, grow their networks, and learn at the cutting edge of marketing and advertising. We have a variety of employee resource groups and host frequent in-office events showcasing team wins, sharing thought leadership, and celebrating holidays and milestone events. Our benefits include competitive medical, group retirement plans, vision, and dental insurance, significant paid time off, preferential partner discounts, and employee mental health awareness days.
WPP Media is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.
We believe the best work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach, with teams in the office
around four days a week. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.
Please note this is a UK based role and requires individuals to have the right to work in this location
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