Interactive Opportunities

Swanson Russell, a full service marketing communications and advertising agency, is looking for talented, experienced individuals for the following interactive positions in our Lincoln office.

Qualified candidates should submit resume and salary requirements to hr@swansonrussell.com or Swanson Russell, Attn: HR Dept., 1222 P Street, Lincoln, NE 68508.

Interactive Web Developer

The Interactive Web Developer is responsible for developing dynamic websites and/or online applications, integrating code with additional systems, resolving code errors, and researching new technologies/solutions. The developer will work in a team setting and use Microsoft-based technologies, including .NET, ASP, and VBScript.

The ideal candidate must have a minimum of 3+ years of experience with the above listed languages as well as advanced level HTML and CSS programming knowledge. Additional experience with the design and set-up of an Ektron CMS environment, database design and maintenance, and some experience with alternate scripting languages (ColdFusion, PHP, Java, or Ruby) is strongly preferred.  A Bachelors Degree or higher in Computer Science or an equivalent amount of relevant experience including system analysis, design, coding and testing is required.

User Experience Manager

The ideal candidate will be a proven creative thinker and human factors expert with the ability to elevate User Experience as a core component in Swanson Russell’s digital offerings, and facilitate Interactive team involvement in the process.

The User Experience Manager will generate wire frames, user flows and site maps that capture requirements, embrace usability best practices and communicate fresh approaches; collaborate closely with strategists, designers, technologists and clients to design web site features, functionality and applications; present and explain concepts to clients and account/project teams in person, remotely and on paper; and keep pace with the latest perspectives on user experience.

Qualified candidates will possess a Bachelors degree in digital media, marketing/advertising, communications, or business along with 5 years of web experience with at least 3 years of user experience and/or IA work.  A strong understanding of usability and user experience best practices; experience in a combination of IA and design tools (i.e.,: Visio, Illustrator, iRise, Axure, etc.); an understanding of technical limitations in CMS-driven environments, as well as the U.S. Americans with Disabilities Act standards and compliance; and a working understanding of Web platforms and languages (Flash, JavaScript, CSS, PHP, XML) required.