POSITION OVERVIEW
Under the direct supervision of the Lead Web Developer, the Jr Front-End Developer will be responsible for performing various creative design and web development tasks to support client needs and project work. This team member will work closely with project management, content teams and web developers to translate brand, marketing and creative strategies into high-quality deliverables.
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES
Working with project managers and other members of the design team to design websites, advertisements, and viral marketing pieces for various clients using the Adobe Creative Suite
Interviews clients to assist them in clarifying their goals for establishing a website.
Testing/editing multiple websites to make sure we’re getting the best possible user experience for our clients
Working on site edits and migrating content into new or redesign site projects while learning advanced programming and server/database management skills
Learning how to work with various frameworks and CMS like WordPress and Bootstrap (Advanced training is provided on all core platforms, tools, and technologies).
Client work: provide content strategy services, and establish and communicate project timelines and milestones
Client work: collaborating with team members, as needed, to ensure technical solutions are implemented to meet project requirements
Client work: communicating ideas through mockups
Client work: creating website and web application designs based on customer requirements, standards, and best practices
Client work: assisting with the development and implementation of user-friendly, professional, visually-pleasing websites and web applications
Client work: Leveraging a content management system to implement customer vision and requirements to streamline the lifecycle of websites
Creating online advertisements
Creating social media branding and identity
Creating viral marketing pieces - infographics, motion graphics, online guides, long form graphics
KNOWLEDGE
Exposure to the principles of web user experience (UX)
Understanding of end-to-end testing and debugging
Understanding of key marketing concepts such as calls to action and conversion optimization
Knowledge of SEO concepts and best practices
Knowledge of key design principles such as contrast ratio, readability, typography, and color theory
Knowledge of web architecture, development, databases, and agile methodologies
REQUIRED SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS
1-3 years of experience with web design or front-end web development duties
An eye for design and a dedication to quality
Outstanding skills in Photoshop and Illustrator. Experience in InDesign is a plus.
Experience with HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, and troubleshooting cross-browser compatibility issues
Experience of building responsive web layouts with adaptive grids
Experience with WordPress and page builder plugin including Elementor
Experience with UX and developing sophisticated user interfaces
Experience with Microsoft Office and Google Workspace suite (Docs, Slides, Sheets, etc)
Assertive problem-diagnosis and creative-problem-solving skills
Strong organizational skills to juggle multiple tasks within the constraints of timelines and budgets
Ability to work and thrive in a fast-paced environment, learn rapidly and master diverse web technologies and techniques
Experience creating online advertisements
Experience with social media branding and identity
Ability to be a self-starter, pay strict attention to detail, and multitask across multiple projects and clients in a fast-paced, team-based environment
Professional and dependable, with solid work ethic
Knowledge of information architecture, workflow design, information management, and governance for site usability
Ability to display a portfolio showcasing broad design and development competencies, including usability, UI design, development best practices, and comprehension of web technologies
Ability to demonstrate visual design expertise, including gathering raw data from various sources and developing comprehensive and visually engaging designs
Possession of excellent presentation, interpersonal, client support, and collaboration skills
Possession of excellent verbal and written English communication skills