Web & Graphic Designer / Front-End Developer

Job Summary :

Lockton's Strategic Communication practice is currently seeking a Web and Graphic Designer / Front-End Developer responsible for bringing digital experiences to life through clean code, intuitive interfaces, and a deep understanding of user experience. In this role, you will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining high-quality, visually captivating, and user-friendly websites using WordPress. You'll collaborate with our accounts team to deliver responsive, engaging, and performance-driven digital experiences. This role will also include some print / digital graphic design and production work.

Design and develop WordPress websites from concept to completion, including mockups, layout, functionality, and aesthetics. Customize themes and plugins to meet specific client or project needs. Maintain and update existing WordPress websites, ensuring performance, security, and usability. Optimize website speed, performance, and SEO best practices. Stay up to date with WordPress trends, tools, and best practices. Develop reusable front-end components (e.g., navigation, forms, tables). Ensure digital experiences are intuitive, inclusive, and optimized for performance across devices and browsers. Support ongoing updates, enhancements, and optimizations for client websites and digital platforms. Keep up with evolving front-end technologies and contribute to the evolution of digital standards. Perform InDesign production work for materials such as guides, newsletters, flyers, and direct mail pieces. Contribute to the artistic direction of the team through design ideation. Migrate websites between hosting platforms. Contribute to team effort by accomplishing related tasks as needed. Tasks include, but are not limited to, project tracking, project spreadsheet upkeep, and file maintenance.

Requirements :

• Must have an Associate's or Bachelor's degree in graphic design or related experience.
• Strong proficiency in InDesign is required.
• 2 years' experience designing and developing websites using WordPress (portfolio required).
• Strong understanding of WordPress core, themes, and common plugins.
• Experience with SSO in WordPress is a plus but not required.
• Proficiency in HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and PHP.
• Advanced experience with themes and page builders such as Divi, Elementor, WPBakery, or Gutenberg.
• Solid grasp of UX / UI design principles and responsive design techniques.
• Knowledge of SEO fundamentals and web performance optimization.
• Strong communication and time management skills.
• Knowledge of the healthcare or benefits industry helpful but not required.
• Proficiency proofing in Word with track changes and with PDF documents; working knowledge of Workfront helpful but not required.
• Comfortable working in a collaborative setting and accepting constructive feedback.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Excellent communication skills with experience reaching out for more information, clarification, additional tools, or assistance if needed.
• Proven ability to follow instructions and processes to complete assignments, requesting clarification if needed.
• Able to meet all deadlines set by the Strategic Communications leadership team.
• Portfolio required during the initial application process

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