IXDA Chicago May 2015 : Recruiting Wunderland Judi Wunderlich

1. USER
EXPERIENCE
CAREERS
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2. Articulate Your Problem-Solving Process
 What were my initial thoughts when presented
with the problem or challenge?
 How did I determine the methods or tools to
employ?
 What were the findings?
 How did I interpret these results?
 How did I form recommendations or opinions and
what did I do with them?
 What was the outcome or result of my work on the
project?
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Create a Solid Online Portfolio
Make sure that it:
 Is a responsive website
 Provides insight into your problem-solving process
 Has a user-friendly, clean design that represents
how you would deliver client work.
 Shows attention to detail. Proofread, QC & test!

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 In school or group setting, you are the one who usually… (takes
the lead, does the HTML, presents, makes the project plan, does
the research, creates the design, etc.)
 Most of the time, bootcamps or HCI programs expose you to
research, user experience design and visual design.
• What parts of the process did you enjoy the most?
• What parts would you like to learn more about?
• Did you discover any strengths or affinities to any part of the
process?
 Having long-term goals shows drive, and every employer wants a
thoughtful, driven UX Designer on their team.
• Consider why you entered the field in the first place.
• Where do you hope to take your new skills?
• It doesn’t have to be hyper specific, but this is something you
should spend time thinking about, before going to an
interview.
Know your Specialization, Strengths & Career Goals

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Demonstrate Passion, Curiosity & Awareness
 Be prepared to talk about companies, designers or
products that you admire because of their user
experience.
 Share your curiosity by asking great questions
 Demonstrate passion for your work through your
enthusiasm, knowledge, hobbies and side projects.

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Don’t Forget the Basics
You never get a 2nd chance to make a good 1st impression!
 Dress professionally
 Resume & URLs
 Presenting your work
 Research the company
 Ask thoughtful questions at the close of the interview
 Thank you notes

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 LinkedIn requests
 Engage with the Recruiter
 Follow up after your interview; express interest
 Use the UX community and network
 What to do if you receive multiple offers
Basics (continued)

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UX PORTFOLIO EXAMPLES
http://ericafirment.com/
http://www.helloimcody.com/
http://www.edmundyu.com/
http://mrcthms.com/
http://jedmund.com/
http://simonpan.com/
http://mariusz.cc/
https://www.behance.net/laiyeelori

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Thanks!
The WunderLand Group matches Talent with Contract and Full-time Job
Opportunities in Chicago, San Francisco, New York, NJ, CT and Boston.
View our current openings:
http://www.wunderlandgroup.com/availablejobs/
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Call us at (312) 506-8600, or email your resume and portfolio link to
Megan Streich, mstreich@wunderlandgroup.com