[Hiring] Sr Web Designer @DealerOn

Role Description

The Senior Web Designer will be responsible for supporting Implementation and Client Support teams through completing complex design-related client requests, new template designs for DealerOn and OEM projects, assisting with product design, and supporting the Front End Development team as needed. This is a remote, senior-level position.

• Complete complex design requests.
• Utilize HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript/jQuery within our bespoke content management system to code responsive webpage layouts and new templates for clients and OEM programs that are both functional and aesthetically pleasing.
• Assist Project Leads in training/mentoring junior and mid-level employees.
• Determine the design and structure of web pages, employing best practices for web design to create fast, engaging, and high-converting sites.
• Facilitate the unique business goals of individual clients, as well as the larger goals of their associated marketing groups.
• Advise clients on how to optimize pages for performance, user experience, and accessibility.
• Become a subject-matter expert on the topics of performance, user experience, and accessibility.
• Translate mockups, references, and copy into web content.
• Develop expertise working within branding guidelines of major automotive manufacturers and marketing agencies across North America.
• Showcase strong written and verbal communication skills while working alongside other web designers and internal teams.
• Stay informed and ahead of industry trends, incorporating modern techniques in projects and designs.
• Balance work and due dates to ensure on-time completion of tasks.
• Ensure that quality of work meets the company’s high standards.
• Adapt to process changes while maintaining a positive attitude.
• Demonstrate a solid understanding of UX design principles.
• Assist with new product designs for the DealerOn Content Management System.
• Support Front End Development team as needed.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent in Digital Media, Graphic Design, Communications, Computer Science, or related field.
• 6+ years of work experience in web design, including responsive web design.
• Excellent attention to detail, especially with communication (written and verbal) and meeting deadlines.
• Advanced proficiency with coding HTML and CSS by hand, employing responsive design principles.
• Intermediate to advanced proficiency with JavaScript and/or jQuery.
• Expert level understanding of design concepts and principles, including color theory, typography, layout, balance, hierarchy.
• Knowledge of the latest trends in design and front-end website development (Bootstrap, HTML5, CSS3, responsive design, SASS etc.).
• Experience working with Content Management Systems.
• Ability to solve problems creatively and effectively.
• Experience using Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and Dreamweaver.
• Portfolio of work showcasing strong design fundamentals.

Preferred Skills/Experience

• Familiarity with Bootstrap framework (Bootstrap 3+).
• Understanding of Front-End Development process.
• Advanced level expertise using Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator.
• Knowledge of web accessibility guidelines.
• Experience in the automotive industry.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance.
• Company matched 401K plan.
• Flexible PTO + Sick Leave.
• 6 weeks paid Parental Leave.
• 8 Paid National Holidays.
• Company-paid basic Life Insurance.
• Voluntary supplemental Life Insurance.
• Voluntary long-term/short-term disability insurance.
• Voluntary Pet Insurance.
• Optional Healthcare/Dependent Care FSA Account.