Web Designer and Developer

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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS

The College of IST is seeking applicants for part-time job of Web Designer and Developer.

Job duties to include:

• Search for hosting website and domain registration solutions
• Research other academic websites and collect best practices to brainstorm ideas 
• Adopt and integrate WordPress as the CMS for website development 
• Create wireframes, mockup and prototypes for layouts, color schemes and typography
• Ensure flow, user navigation and optimal usability 
• Update content and create a short manual on how to update the website after the design and development phase
• Revise and upgrade the design to get the final desired version
• Assuring that website works smoothly on different platforms (mobile and tablets)
• Complete a testing on functionality, content (spelling and grammar), and performance. 

Requirements, qualifications, and/or competencies:

• Understanding of website design (hosting services, domain subscription) process
• Familiarity with Content Management Systems (CMS), in specific WordPress
• Basic understanding in HTML 5 and CSS 3.
• Ability to design a functionally flowless website that works across other platforms 
• Have a good taste on design (colors, typography, layouts and UX)
• Be detailed oriented, independent problem solver and professional with great work ethics 

Compensation:

The starting rate for this job is $15.

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