Looking For A Killer Information Architect

Our portfolio company, Oddcast, is at the cutting edge of social media with their talking animated avatars that allow people to express themselves virtually on the web. They are seeking an information architect to help them take their products and technology to the next level. The job is in New York City and they are willing to do a relocation for the right candidate.

As Adi Sideman, Oddcast’s CEO puts it,

…the position requires strong technical background, yet its a multi-disciplinary position of sorts, not only leading the product development, but working with the CEO and the business managers to shape new consumer products and features, the community structure and the revenue infrastructure…
 
…Its to be in the eye of the storm of developing the next generation Social Media Technology…

Here’s the job spec in case you want a more detailed description of the job:

The position is a critical and key role in the company, driving product from the early conceptual stages through development, launch and ongoing feature enhancements and associated new consumer products.  The product allows consumers to express themselves through avatars within social environments.

Responsibilities include:
·        Responsible for creating product specifications

·        Lead product development working closely with the engineering team

·        Create product marketing schemes, viral features

·        Integrate CRM, Reporting and analytics tools

·        Review, analyze and incorporate customer/market requirements.

About the Candidate:

Experience in writing technical product specifications, a must.
Experience in information architecture, product management or product development required.
Background in development of state of the art internet applications critical.
Must have detailed knowledge of internet & graphics applications
Strong technical background including an Engineering degree or the equivalent.
Experience working in Media on Consumer products is a plus.

Company Contact Info:
Please send resume to Oddcast along with cover letter including salary requirements.