Web Design
Role Description
Working in this role your main responsibilities will be to plan and design websites for companies or other institutions. You will be responsible for making sure the website is displayed properly as well as that all components of it, such as graphics or videos and links are laid out in an ergonomic and accessible way.
You might be working on a project from the beginning or just making small updates and changes, depending on the company you will work for. This role requires IT skills and knowledge of programming languages such as HTML.
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Salary
Starting salary: £20,000 to £25,000
Senior position: £40,000 to £50,000+
Hours
Usually 9am to 5pm.
Prospects
Many companies on the market are currently trying to become more female-friendly by encouraging women to join them and become web designers.
Skills Valued by Employers
- Ability to work independently and as a team
- Great problem-solving skills
- Great communication skills, verbal and written
- IT skills
- Great attention to detail
- Ability and willingness to learn new things
- Good presentation skills
- Creativity
