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JOB DESCRIPTION AND POSITION REQUIREMENTS
The College of IST is seeking applicants for part-time job of Web Designer and Developer.
Job duties to include:
Search for hosting website and domain registration solutions
Research other academic websites and collect best practices to brainstorm ideas
Adopt and integrate WordPress as the CMS for website development
Create wireframes, mockup and prototypes for layouts, color schemes and typography
Ensure flow, user navigation and optimal usability
Update content and create a short manual on how to update the website after the design and development phase
Revise and upgrade the design to get the final desired version
Assuring that website works smoothly on different platforms (mobile and tablets)
Complete a testing on functionality, content (spelling and grammar), and performance.
Requirements, qualifications, and/or competencies:
Understanding of website design (hosting services, domain subscription) process
Familiarity with Content Management Systems (CMS), in specific WordPress
Basic understanding in HTML 5 and CSS 3.
Ability to design a functionally flowless website that works across other platforms
Have a good taste on design (colors, typography, layouts and UX)
Be detailed oriented, independent problem solver and professional with great work ethics
Compensation:
The starting rate for this job is $15.
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