Web Designers are responsible for designing and building the interface, navigation and aesthetic of websites for businesses and clients. Likely working in the IT team of an organisation or for a digital design agency that services clients, Web Designers should possess a range of skills and qualities.
A web designer is responsible for creating the design and layout of a website or web pages. It and can mean working on a brand new website or updating an already existing site. Their role is different to web developers , who specialise in making web designs a reality or writing code that dictates how different parts of the website fit together. However, there can be crossover between the two roles.
Responsibilities of the job include:
- creating website designs
- producing sample sites
- meeting with clients to discuss requirements and/or project progress
- demonstrating and receiving feedback about draft sites
- keeping up to date with recent technological and software developments
- developing skills and expertise in appropriate software/programming languages such as HTML and Javascript
- creating products that are user-friendly, effective and appealing
- digital retouching and image editing
- working as part of a multidisciplinary team
There are routes into web design for both university graduates and school leavers. For jobs advertised to graduates, employers are likely to seek a degree in digital media design or a related subject. Whether you have a related degree or not, you will need to be able to present a portfolio of your best web design work.
School leavers wanting to go into web design should look out for web designer apprenticeships and should expect to have to prove their interest, for example by having relevant work experience to talk about.
- Visual design. Visual design focus on digital products that determine how a website looks and feels. ...
- Using Design software. ...
- HTML. ...
- CSS. ...
- JavaScript. ...
- Time management skills. ...
- Communication skills. ...
- Problem-solving skills
- WordPress
- (min 3 year experience)
- 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
- Short education time. ...
- Best Salary. ...
- High creative potential. ...
- Ability to work in various work environments. ...
- Freelance opportunities. ...
- Career growt with HT Group ...
- Opportunity for innovation and invention. ...
- Chance to learn transferable skills.
