Design Associate

emagine

About the position

emagine is seeking an entry level Design Associate to join our growing production team.
We are looking for someone that is eager to jump into the world of layout and content design to help create outstanding websites for our clients.
As an associate designer, you will work closely with the design, project management and content teams to ensure a project’s design is cohesive and consistent across all pages while being stylish and maintaining its usability.
Employment type: Full-time Location: emagine HQ in Fall River, MA or Remote

Responsibilities

Work closely with Project and Design teams to understand and translate requirements
Ensure that web content is both creative and accessible across desktop and mobile devices
Implement content, supplied by our clients, into WordPress using Gutenberg: the new block editor
Create content templates using the new WordPress layout builder to make web pages that are aesthetically pleasing
Interface directly with and train our clients on how to use their WordPress site; including custom functionality
Work closely with developers and other designers to produce high-quality creative work
Maintain current relevant knowledge of user design trends, standards, and techniques
Communicate ideas and concepts clearly and concisely
Remain open to receiving feedback and direction as needed
Review content supplied by our clients to identify any missing information
Meet agreed upon deadlines as defined by you and a Project Manager
Communicate the status of your work to the Project Manager and relevant project team members
Participate in internal and client project meetings
Track time within our company defined time tracking tool
Ability to edit content within Illustrator, Photoshop and Sketch

Requirements

Proficient in visual design, layout, and typography
Ability to layout aesthetically pleasing web pages while relying on an established design system
Understanding of responsive web design principles
Self-motivated and passionate about design and current trends
Eagerness to learn more
Ability to react well to design direction
Highly organized and detail-oriented
Strong written, communication, and time management skills
Familiarity with design tools such as Sketch and Adobe’s Creative Suite
Experience using layout/page builders for content creation
Familiarity with WordPress or other relevant content management system
Ability to empathize with clients that are not tech-savvy
Online Portfolio of work required
U.S. based candidates only, please

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