Lead Web Designer

To be considered for the position, you must apply at: https://talkingparents.bamboohr.com/careers/50?source=aWQ9Mjg%3D

This job is onsite and not a remote position. You must be willing to relocate and provide a portfolio.

What will you do?

This is a mid-level Web Designer role on our Marketing team. With your assistance, our content team's hard work will find the right audience and deliver information and solutions through web and email touchpoints. You will help keep our company and client websites firing on all cylinders and ensure visitors get the most out of their online interactions.

How you'll make an impact:

We are seeking a creative, enthusiastic person who is ready to learn. A strong propensity for attention to detail and out-of-the-box thinking is a must. Your knowledge of web design and top-level optimization practices will wow your coworkers and clients.

Key Responsibilities

Web Design & Development:

• Create and maintain websites, web pages, and landing pages while adhering to brand standards and enforcing design/development best practices.
• Lead the ideation and creation of web design comps aligned with content and ad campaign strategies and goals.

SEO & Optimization:

• Maximize content delivery using industry-standard SEO and provide expert guidance to team members.
• Spearhead ongoing website optimization initiatives through data gathering, analysis, and A/B testing.

Collaboration & Leadership:

• Mentor junior web designers on technical issues, best practices, and innovative solutions.
• Work with frontend developers to ensure optimal design, SEO, and tracking implementation.
• Collaborate with marketing data analysts and digital marketing specialists to implement and maintain ad trackers.

Content & Platform Management:

• Oversee the creation and maintenance of HTML email templates across various CRM systems.
• Work within a customer data platform (CDP) to support marketing initiatives.

Professional Development:

• Continuously stay up-to-date on industry trends, tools, and best practices to ensure innovative and effective solutions.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Web Design or a related field
• 5+ years of proven work experience equivalent.
• Demonstrated leadership experience and ability to mentor others.
• Proficiency with a variety of CMS platforms.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a keen eye for design aesthetics.
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple responsibilities efficiently.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with minimal supervision.
• Strong problem-solving skills and a curiosity for in-depth discovery work.
• Proficient in HTML, CSS, and CSS preprocessors (Less or Sass).
• Proficient in technical SEO best practices and implementation.
• Knowledge of ADA compliance best practices.
• Experience with design tools like Photoshop, Illustrator, and Figma.

Bonus Skills

• Experience with Astro.
• Familiarity with GitHub for version control.
• Knowledge of SiteImprove for accessibility and SEO.
• Experience with MailChimp or similar CRM platforms.
• Familiarity with Bloomreach or other customer data platforms (CDPs).
• Knowledge of JavaScript.
• Experience with ClickUp or other project management tools.

What We Offer:

• A collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Competitive compensation and benefits.

Ready to Join Us?
If you are passionate about web design, thrive in a dynamic environment, and are excited to bring innovative ideas to life, we encourage you to apply today!

Apply Now and be a part of a team that values creativity, collaboration, and continuous improvement!

NOTE TO APPLICANTS: Salary or wages listed on Indeed.com or TheLadders.com are not based on actual data for this job listing. The salary ranges that any third party provides with the listing on their websites are based on their own salary calculators and are not accurate for the Northwest Florida area.

*Candidate(s) who are offered a position will be required to successfully pass a pre-employment background check and drug screening.

*TalkingParents is an Equal Opportunity Employer

*MUST PASS DRUG TEST

*No outsourcing or recruiting firms, please.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60,000.00 - $66,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Relocation assistance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person