About the Position
The Web Developer will transform visual designs into interactive, functional sites while maintaining the client’s brand and message. Must be a problem solver and appreciate technical challenges while embracing new technologies and user trends. We are looking for a solid, driven web developer who has a passion for learning who is willing to grow through practice and application of well built interactive interfaces.
Key Responsibilities
- Developing web and digital solutions from concept to launch
- Learn and design for various brands simultaneously – both internally and externally; maintain graphic standards and brand integrity
- Proactively keep up with the latest technologies; share the latest trends and competitive insights with team members
- Actively generate creative concepts and designs based on the understanding of our client’s needs
- Prepare visual presentations for advertising campaigns by designing art and copy layouts
- Develop mock-ups / concepts for internal and external reviews
- Provide technical advice and guidance, and serves as liaison with accounts personnel to address client pitches, questions or concerns
- Fulfill the day-to-day digital deliverables for internal and client needs
- Brainstorming, mocking up designs and generating creative solutions
Skills & Experience
- 3+ years experience developing with HTML5, CSS3, PHP and MySQL
- Experience with using JavaScript / jQuery to create interactive features
- Experience with Drupal and WordPress
- Proficient in using Adobe Creative Suite CS6 (Photoshop and Illustrator) to create/ sketch designs and carry through into working interfaces
- Comfortable in a Mac / Apple Environment
- Ability to write clean, efficient, semantic, easy to read code
- Experience working and debugging across the major desktop and mobile browsers: IE 8+, Chrome, Firefox, and Safari
- Experience with responsive design
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel)
- Strong understanding of how visual design contributes to overall brand identity
- Strong understanding of typography, color, usability and other design principles
- Strong verbal and written communication skills for technical and/or non-technical staff
- Understanding of prioritization and the ability to shift multiple projects at one time
- Highly motivated, enthusiastic and eager to learn
- Ability to work on multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
Salary & Benefits
- Full-time position
- Competitive salary
- 100% paid health
- Retirement plan
- Paid vacation days
Are you the best candidate for this job?
Email webdev@contrastcreative.com. Include a cover letter stating why you’re interested in this position, your resume, and a link to your portfolio. Please include your salary requirements.