Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

We are seeking a Jr. Digital Web Designer to support the build of new web pages to help improve and maintain our recently launch museum website. The right person for this role will be proficient with Drupal 9, HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, PHP, or other forms of web-based and Drupal development. You will be responsible for building and deploying new web pages, front-end features to our website, handling the integration of plugins, and performing routine maintenance of our site. Assist in the developing and production of web/digital marketing initiatives, and SEO (Search Engine Optimization) tools and best practices. Working with others, such as IT programmers, developers, or other creative support team members to complete the final product. Collaborates with stake holders, marketing, and creative groups.

The essential duties include but are not limited to:

• Design, build, and maintain websites using authoring or scripting languages, content creation
  tools, management tools, and digital media.
• Perform or direct website updates.
• Write, design or edit web page content, or coordinate with others producing content.
• Confer with Brand Creative Director or Director of New Media to prioritize projects, resolve conflicts,
  develop content criteria, or recommend solutions.
• Identify web service issues uncovered by testing or customer feedback and correct or refer problems to the appropriate team members for correction.
• Evaluate code to ensure that it is valid, properly structured, meets industry standards and is compatible with browsers, devices, or operating systems.
• Maintain understanding of current web design technologies and programming practices through continuing education, reading, or participation in professional conferences, workshops, or groups.
• Develop or validate test routines and schedules to ensure that test cases mimic external interfaces and address all browser and device types.

The ideal candidate will have a 4-year degree in multimedia/graphic design or advertising communications required for this position. Knowledge in principles of web design, and fundamental understanding of typography and design foundation. Understanding of SEO best practices (a plus). Three (3) or more years of experience in developing websites, landing pages, expertise and familiarity with Drupal 9 (a must), HTML5, CSS, JQuery, and JavaScript or other forms of web-based development. Three (3) or more years of general Graphic Design experience using Adobe Creative Suite. Familiarity with building and managing a content management system (CMS) including managing regular site updates and back-end upgrades. Troubleshoot site-loading delays. Implement site changes and technical business units feedback as it is finalized into deliverables. Strong troubleshooting and analytical skills with a keen attention to detail. Clear and concise communication skills—both written and verbal. Excellent time and project management skills. Proficient understanding of cross-browser compatibility issues. Up-to-date experience with international web protocols, standards, and technologies. Able to multitask, with the ability to meet multiple deadlines for a number of projects simultaneously. Must have a team-oriented attitude, with excellent interpersonal communication skills. Should be creative, analytical thinkers who can tell a story using all the tools currently available in the industry. Experience preparing briefings and status reports for management.

Intrepid realizes that it is rare an applicant meets 100% of the qualifications for a given role. If much of this job description describes you, then we encouraged you to apply.

We offer a competitive salary, benefits and the opportunity to be a part of a very rewarding time in the Museum’s history!

Intrepid Museum is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to the goal of building a culturally diverse staff and strongly encourages applications from minority candidates.

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