Scholastic

Lead Experience Design Manager

Scholastic

New York, NY, USA
Full-TimeDepends on ExperienceSenior LevelMasters
Job Description

At Scholastic, we are excited to announce a new opportunity for an experienced Lead Experience Design Manager to join our team. We are looking for a highly motivated and innovative individual to lead our experience design team and ensure a superior user experience for our customers.The Lead Experience Design Manager will be responsible for developing and implementing user experience strategies, creating design solutions to improve user experience, and managing the experience design team. We are looking for a creative and proactive leader who will take ownership of the user experience for Scholastic products and services.The ideal candidate for this role will have a minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role, a strong background in user experience design, and a passion for creating user-focused experiences. We are looking for an individual with excellent communication and problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently and as part of a team.If you have a track record of success in experience design, we invite you to apply to join our team as Lead Experience Design Manager.

Responsibilities:

  1. Develop and implement user experience strategies that are aligned with Scholastic's business goals.
  2. Create design solutions to improve user experience.
  3. Lead and manage the experience design team.
  4. Take ownership of the user experience for Scholastic products and services.
  5. Communicate effectively with stakeholders to ensure the successful implementation of user experience initiatives.
  6. Proactively identify and address user experience issues.
  7. Maintain a thorough understanding of user experience best practices and trends.
  8. Monitor and analyze user feedback in order to identify areas for improvement.
  9. Collaborate with marketing, engineering, and other departments to ensure the successful delivery of user experience initiatives.
  10. Prepare reports and presentations to effectively communicate design solutions and user experience progress.
Where is this job?
This job is located at New York, NY, USA
Job Qualifications
  • Strong Design

  • User Experience

  • And/Or Product Management Experience

  • Excellent Communication And Collaboration Skills

  • Ability To Lead Design Teams Or Projects

  • Ability To Design Customer-Centric Experiences

  • Ability To Lead User Research And Usability Testing

  • Understanding Of User-Centered Design Principles

  • Knowledge Of Web And Mobile Technologies

  • Understanding Of Agile Methodology

Required Skills
  • Communication

  • Team Management

  • Interaction design

  • Visual design

  • Problem Solving

  • Presentation skills

  • Leadership

  • Product design

  • Agile Methodology

  • Analytical Thinking

  • Business acumen

  • Collaboration

  • User Research

  • UX design

  • Strategic Thinking

Soft Skills
  • Communication

  • Leadership

  • Time management

  • Interpersonal Skills

  • Organization

  • self-motivation

  • Creative Thinking

  • collaboration

  • Adaptability

  • Problem-Solving

Compensation

According to JobzMall, the average salary range for a Lead Experience Design Manager in New York, NY, USA is $138,000 - $161,000 per year. This range is based on the salary data of similar positions in the same area.

Additional Information
Scholastic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Required LanguagesEnglish
Job PostedAugust 14th, 2023
Apply BeforeMay 22nd, 2025
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Scholastic Corporation is an American multinational publishing, education, and media company that publishes and distributes books, comics, and educational materials for schools, teachers, parents, children, and educational institutions.

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