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TEMPLY JOB APP

From blank page to high fedilty prototype

When I joined as Lead Product Designer, Temply existed solely as an idea. The CEO's vision encompassed developing an app facilitating seamless connections between companies and job seekers, prioritizing simplicity and user-friendliness.

My role entailed refining the concept, constructing wireframes, flowcharts, and user journey maps, crafting a high-fidelity prototype, conducting rigorous testing with key demographic users, and colaborating with developers on a regular basis.

Having a close day-to-day collaboration with the CEO, junior product designer, and PO, I emphasized the significance of alignment in our processes. To ensure this, I pitched the following design thinking process to unify our approach:

Iteration is key when gaining new insights during the design thinking process

Understanding the job seekers

Prior to any development, it was crucial to grasp the demographics and requirements of our target audience. Juggling two primary user groups—job seekers and hiring companies—presented a challenge. Thus, we reached a consensus to prioritize understanding the needs of job seekers first. I wasted no time and reached out to as many folks as possible, setting up quick chats to pick their brains. Here are the key insights from those interviews: Understanding the challenges users face is a crucial step in identifying how to alleviate their difficulties. These insights served as a valuable guide, prompting us to brainstorm potential features that could effectively turn their pains into gains.

The blueprints of UX: Wireframes and flowcharts

After chatting with over 50 people from various walks of life, united by the quest for job opportunities, I was all set to kickstart the blueprint for the Temply app. Our adventure began with a good old-fashioned pretotyping session, armed with colorful markers and paper.

We had an absolute blast diving in! The room buzzed with creativity, brimming with ideas and ecstatic moments. To organize our flood of feature ideas and insights, we opted for a Rapid Prototyping session, swiftly translating everything into a digital format. Next up, we crafted a low-fidelity wireframe prototype using InVision.

As our ideas expanded and the prototype's complexity increased, I ran a parallel flowchart alongside the wireframes. This approach helped maintain a clear overview of all the pages and the desired functionalities, ensuring a cohesive structure as things scaled up.

Later on, this strategy proved invaluable in identifying areas where we could trim down unnecessary clicks and potentially integrate additional features seamlessly.

Bringing Ideas to Life

After setting up the wireframes, I began crafting the high-fidelity prototype. This version would be pivotal in conducting usability tests and gathering valuable feedback from actual users. It aimed to uncover potential issues, grasp user behavior, and validate our design choices. Our goal was to create an interface that was clean, easy to use, and exuded a modern, cutting-edge vibe.

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At that time, flat design, gradients, and simplicity were all the rage. So, I made it a point to lean into that trend while working on the design direction.

To save time, we opted to outsource the logo design. This logo was then incorporated into both the loading page and the onboarding screens ensuring consistent brand recognition.

The initial screen prompts users to choose between seeking a job or hiring a worker. Clarity was paramount here, as a mistaken click could lead to a confusing user journey.

The deliberate selection of "job" or "worker" wording aimed to avoid confusion. Using "work" or "worker" might have caused inadvertent clicks, resulting in a subpar user experience.

During that period, the buzz around town was all about flat design and minimalistic animations. To capture this trend, I crafted a graphical universe for Temply using these illustrations. They proved incredibly useful in conveying messages and transforming a simple, minimalist design from mundane to captivating.

Given that blue was our primary brand color, incorporating various shades of blue was a natural choice. To enhance depth, I introduced light gray tones for the background elements as well.

The explore page showcases two types of jobs: the 'featured jobs' with a prominent top position, intended as a paid promotion for companies with a larger spending budget.

The second type comprises the 'regular jobs', positioned below the paid promotions. These listings are sorted based on popularity, relevance to search/profile criteria, and location. Each job appears in various categories, determined by data, such as 'popular jobs', 'new jobs', and 'best-paid jobs'.

Post-launch, we maintained a keen focus on the performance of each category, engaging in A/B testing. This approach aided us in assessing whether the category placement was optimal in comparison to others and if any naming adjustments were necessary. Additionally, it provided an avenue for experimenting with new categories and refining the 'featured jobs' section.

Throughout a job search, ample communication occurs between job seekers and providers. To centralize this within the app, we developed a messaging feed feature. This functionality empowered users to conveniently track and manage all their communications within the platform.

The page was divided into two distinct categories: one for companies and another for recruiters and HR personnel who hadn't yet established a company profile.

When on the job hunt, having the ability to save intriguing opportunities is crucial. That's precisely what the favorites page accomplished—it allowed users to save jobs of interest, eliminating the need to apply immediately or search for them later.

A simple filtering system enabled users to refine job types, while the job status feature facilitated tracking of applied jobs and their current availability status. This streamlined the process of managing applications effectively.

The notifications tab provided users with a comprehensive overview of all activities related to applications, interview requests, and general job updates.

The concept aimed to emulate a personal job assistant through this page, offering encouragement to users in their pursuit of their dream job. Phrases like 'Good luck!' and 'Good job May!' were strategically included to motivate users and hopefully bring a smile to their face.

The job description page serves as the platform for the company to shine. Here, the 'description', 'requirements', and 'about' sections are crafted by the company, placing the responsibility on them to include all pertinent and relevant information.

When a user begins the job application process, our aim was to make it as hassle-free as possible. The functionality to create multiple profiles, CVs, and cover letters allowed users to save them for future use. Once created, these profiles and documents could be conveniently reused when applying for similar types of jobs, streamlining the application process.

This streamlined process meant that applying for a new job could potentially be accomplished in just 5 clicks or even fewer.

Upon successful completion of the application, users are directed to the confirmation page. Here, applicants can track the job status to stay updated or seamlessly return to job browsing, ensuring they stay informed and connected throughout the process.

Following the application submission, the job is automatically added to the user's 'favorites' tab. This feature allows users to conveniently track the job status whenever they desire, ensuring easy access to monitor their applications.

Similar to tracking a parcel delivery, this feature provides users with a comprehensive view of the company's hiring process and the applicant's current stage within it. Notifications are triggered to update users whenever the company progresses in the hiring process, ensuring they remain informed about their application status.

The overview tab allows users to manage various aspects such as adding personal information, modifying or adding applications, incorporating a portfolio, and adjusting general settings like light mode/dark mode preferences and notification settings. It serves as a centralized space for user management and customization.

The inclusion of the 'premium' button was a forward-looking feature, envisioned for potential future use. It aimed to offer users the opportunity to pay a nominal fee and access specific advantages while applying for jobs. For instance, this could involve assistance from a Temply recruitment specialist, providing advice and personally reaching out to companies on the user's behalf.

Within the view profile section, users have access to relevant statistics and the option to add details regarding their experience and education. Additionally, users can include a comprehensive CV and craft a brief bio for companies to peruse, providing a holistic view of their professional background and skills.

The filtering feature empowered users to refine their job search by applying specific parameters such as company names, job types, salary ranges, experience levels, and more, streamlining their search results to match their preferences accurately.

Selecting a 'part-time' job adjusts the salary range to an hourly rate, while choosing 'any' job type adds an extra slider for hourly rates.

The search function presents a straightforward summary of items matching the search criteria. Although subject to potential logic changes via A/B testing, the initial setup showcases results based on search query accuracy, followed by sorting according to salary. During our interviews, salary emerged as the primary parameter of interest for users, followed closely by location.

In testing the final prototype from the users' viewpoint, I employed InVision Lookback, a cutting-edge mobile user testing tool at that time. This innovative tool facilitated the creation of a think-out-loud test directly from the user's iPhone. It recorded their interactions, displayed their facial expressions, and captured their voice, providing comprehensive insights during testing sessions.

All it required was a phone number, enabling me to utilize InVision to send a text message containing a link to the prototype. This approach allowed us to potentially recruit individuals from around the world, enabling us to conduct prototype tests and store their responses for subsequent analysis.

For instance, when testing the search function, I'd generate various tasks for the user to execute while prompting them to comment directly on their iPhone. Subsequently, I'd save the recorded videos categorized under 'Search function' and compile all the findings from that particular user test at a convenient time for further analysis.

A proud success story

The Temply app's launch on the App Store has been a tremendous success, currently ranking at #48 in the 'Business' category with a commendable 4/5 rating. While I've embarked on new challenges since then, this project remains incredibly close to my heart, and I take immense pride in the journey and success it has achieved. It's a project I hold in high regard and am exceptionally proud of!


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