Web Design Lead
Onward Search
Full-time
Jersey City, NJ
Job description
ABOUT US:
Brinker Design is a full-service marketing and graphic design agency located in Cincinnati, OH. We provide small to medium sized businesses with the support of an experienced marketing and creative team for a fraction of the cost of a single employee. This includes execution across a wide variety of mediums/channels, both print and digital. Our goal is to partner with our clients and go beyond simple project deliverables to advise on maximizing customer growth and ROI.
ROLE:
Brinker Design is looking for a passionate web designer with a wide variety of experience, an eye for design and enjoys being part of a small, but mighty team. We’re looking for someone who thinks like we do: Creative. Flexible. Inquisitive. and Entrepreneurial.
The role of Web Designer will work hand-in-hand with the owner/creative director across a wide variety of web projects such as strategy, UX/UI, design, development, customizations, maintenance & troubleshooting. You will have the ability to think creatively and independently, with close, personal mentorship. You will be responsible for managing and executing strict project timelines for multiple projects at a time. Though the primarily responsibility for this position is focused on web design, there is also the opportunity for additional digital and print work (as fitting per your skillset).
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Website design and development from concept through final launch.
- Optimize website performance (load time, mobile responsiveness, accessibility).
- Stay up to date with web design trends, plugins, and industry best practices.
- Maintain strict timelines and budgets.
- Clear and responsive communication.
- Maintain websites, perform routine updates, and troubleshoot issues as needed.
- Ability to set up hosting and handle website migrations as needed.
- Ability to think strategically for client’s needs.
- Maintain a positive attitude and work collaboratively with others.
REQUIREMENTS:
- Link to work samples
- 1–3 years of professional experience in web design/development with a strong focus on WordPress.
- Proficient in HTML, CSS, and basic knowledge of JavaScript/jQuery.
- Experience customizing WordPress themes and working with page builders (e.g., Elementor, WPBakery, Divi).
- Strong understanding of UX/UI principles and responsive design.
- Familiarity with basic SEO principles.
- A strong eye for design and familiarity with Adobe Creative Suite to edit images and graphic content for sites.
- Strong communication, both visually and verbally
- Highly organized and self-motivated, with excellent interpersonal skills.
- Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
JOB TYPE:
Contract to hire. Up to 30-days as freelance (full-time) before being offered a position to ensure a good fit.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $45,000.00 - $60,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
Experience:
- Web design: 1 year (Required)
Language:
- English (Required)
Location:
- Cincinnati, OH 45241 (Preferred)
Shift availability:
- Day Shift (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Cincinnati, OH 45241 (Preferred)
Work Location: In person