Job Summary
We are looking for a Web Designer who will be responsible for creating great websites for our clients. Primary duties include conceptualizing and implementing creative ideas for client websites, as well as creating visual elements that are in line with our clients’ branding. You will be working closely with our web development team to ensure a proper and hassle-free implementation.
To be successful in this role, you will need to have excellent visual design skills and be proficient in graphic design software such as Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator.
Responsibilities and Duties
- Conceptualizing creative ideas with clients.
- Testing and improving the design of the website.
- Establishing design guidelines, standards, and best practices.
- Maintaining the appearance of websites by enforcing content standards.
- Designing visual imagery for websites and ensuring that they are in line with branding for clients.
- Working with different content management systems.
- Communicating design ideas using user flows, process flows, site maps and wireframes.
- Incorporating functionalities and features into websites.
- Designing sample pages including colors and fonts.
- Preparing design plans and presenting the website structure.
Required Experience, Skills and Qualifications
- A relevant diploma in related field.
- Proficiency in graphic design software including Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and other visual design tools.
- Proficiency in front-end development web programming languages such as HTML and CSS, JQuery, and JavaScript.
- Good understanding of content management systems.
- Good understanding of search engine optimization principles.
- Proficient understanding of cross-browser compatibility issues.
- Excellent visual design skills.
- Up-to-date experience with international web protocols, standards, and technologies.
- Creative and open to new ideas.
- Adaptable and willing to learn new techniques.
- Excellent communication skills.
Key skills for web designers
- Imagination
- Creativity
- Patience
- Attention to detail
- Analytical skills
- Communication skills
- Technical ability
- Excellent IT skills
- SEO knowledge
- Experience of using programmes such as PhotoShop and InDesign
Specialization
- Coding – HTML, CSS, Javascript, jQuery, Dreamweaver, Sass
- Programming – PHP, Angular Js, Vue Js
- Design and graphics – InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop
- Content management system (CMS) – WordPress
Benefits
- Startup enviornment
- Training, Mentoring Support
