Web Designer
Foundation Recruiting and Consulting, San Diego, California, United States, 92189
San Diego, CA 92101 (Downtown); hybrid onsite 3 days
Required Skills / Experience
Experience using HTML(5), CSS(3), and other front-end development technologies
Knowledge of web design principles and user-interface design trends
Strong eye for design and attention to detail with typography, colors, and layout
Basic understandings of custom WordPress theme development
Basic understanding of PHP (or other backend languages)
Knowledge of SEO principles
Familiarity leveraging front-end frameworks such as Bootstrap or Tailwind
Experience testing user flow and functionality across all platforms and devices
Experience working with Photoshop and XD
Nice to Have
Experience utilizing version control software (GIT)
Experience with Node.js
CSS animation experience
Experience working with SVG files
Gravity forms experience / extensions & data connection
ACF (Advanced Custom Fields) Experience
Data connection platforms / applications / APIs
Soft Skills / Ability to
Ability to quickly learn and effectively work within new platforms, languages and frameworks
Ability to show a strong eye for design with attention to detail on design elements like color, typography and layout
Ability to stay up to date on new cutting-edge features and techniques with existing frameworks and languages and apply those to company projects
Ability to quickly develop websites while following provided design mocks with excellent attention to detail on all screen sizes and device types
Ability to multitask across a wide range of projects
Ability to communicate clearly and positively with the account team on project statuses and project deadlines
Ability to produce readable, elegant, efficient and organized code
Ability to proactively troubleshoot, debug, maintain and improve existing websites
Ability to effectively communicate and explain technical concepts in writing in a simplified manner and make recommendations based on project goals and requirements
Positive attitude and being a team player
Summary/Responsibilities We are looking for a self-motivated, task-oriented, and creative Front-End Developer to join our Design & Development team. You’ll work closely with our Lead Developer and collaborate across Creative and Account teams in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment; building pixel-perfect, high-performing websites and maintaining existing properties that don’t just look good, but win. Our work moves fast because the issues matter, and we need someone who thrives under pressure and delivers without compromise.
Building new websites, microsites and web pages in WordPress
Maintaining and updating current sites and pages in WordPress
Integrating data from various backend services and databases
Building static HTML landing pages from scratch or custom frameworks
Build and test HTML marketing emails
Collaborating with graphic designers and account team to discuss goals for client websites
Test usability across all screens and make appropriate fixes and enhancements
Perform quality assurance tests and peer reviews on one’s own work and others work
Stay up to date on new industry trends and emerging technologies and apply those to company projects
Integrate SEO best practices into all web pages
Company
Full service Digital Marketing company for Political campaigns (primarily Republican / Right Leaning proposition initiatives and related)
Profitable, small company established in 2012
Sister company in LA, established in 1979
PTO
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance with Company-paid premium
Matched 401k
Paid parental leave
Modern, updated office including healthy (and unhealthy) snacks, drinks, and a well-stocked bar cart
High-performance work equipment including Apple laptops, monitors, and accessories
Quarterly staff outings including Padres games and off-site holiday retreats (last year was an overnight in Catalina)
Strong focus on fostering professional growth and setting up each individual for success through hands-on training and mentorship from senior-level executives
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Required Skills / Experience
Experience using HTML(5), CSS(3), and other front-end development technologies
Knowledge of web design principles and user-interface design trends
Strong eye for design and attention to detail with typography, colors, and layout
Basic understandings of custom WordPress theme development
Basic understanding of PHP (or other backend languages)
Knowledge of SEO principles
Familiarity leveraging front-end frameworks such as Bootstrap or Tailwind
Experience testing user flow and functionality across all platforms and devices
Experience working with Photoshop and XD
Nice to Have
Experience utilizing version control software (GIT)
Experience with Node.js
CSS animation experience
Experience working with SVG files
Gravity forms experience / extensions & data connection
ACF (Advanced Custom Fields) Experience
Data connection platforms / applications / APIs
Soft Skills / Ability to
Ability to quickly learn and effectively work within new platforms, languages and frameworks
Ability to show a strong eye for design with attention to detail on design elements like color, typography and layout
Ability to stay up to date on new cutting-edge features and techniques with existing frameworks and languages and apply those to company projects
Ability to quickly develop websites while following provided design mocks with excellent attention to detail on all screen sizes and device types
Ability to multitask across a wide range of projects
Ability to communicate clearly and positively with the account team on project statuses and project deadlines
Ability to produce readable, elegant, efficient and organized code
Ability to proactively troubleshoot, debug, maintain and improve existing websites
Ability to effectively communicate and explain technical concepts in writing in a simplified manner and make recommendations based on project goals and requirements
Positive attitude and being a team player
Summary/Responsibilities We are looking for a self-motivated, task-oriented, and creative Front-End Developer to join our Design & Development team. You’ll work closely with our Lead Developer and collaborate across Creative and Account teams in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment; building pixel-perfect, high-performing websites and maintaining existing properties that don’t just look good, but win. Our work moves fast because the issues matter, and we need someone who thrives under pressure and delivers without compromise.
Building new websites, microsites and web pages in WordPress
Maintaining and updating current sites and pages in WordPress
Integrating data from various backend services and databases
Building static HTML landing pages from scratch or custom frameworks
Build and test HTML marketing emails
Collaborating with graphic designers and account team to discuss goals for client websites
Test usability across all screens and make appropriate fixes and enhancements
Perform quality assurance tests and peer reviews on one’s own work and others work
Stay up to date on new industry trends and emerging technologies and apply those to company projects
Integrate SEO best practices into all web pages
Company
Full service Digital Marketing company for Political campaigns (primarily Republican / Right Leaning proposition initiatives and related)
Profitable, small company established in 2012
Sister company in LA, established in 1979
PTO
Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance with Company-paid premium
Matched 401k
Paid parental leave
Modern, updated office including healthy (and unhealthy) snacks, drinks, and a well-stocked bar cart
High-performance work equipment including Apple laptops, monitors, and accessories
Quarterly staff outings including Padres games and off-site holiday retreats (last year was an overnight in Catalina)
Strong focus on fostering professional growth and setting up each individual for success through hands-on training and mentorship from senior-level executives
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