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FDGweb Web Designer in Arlington, Washington
Job description
Location: On-site in Arlington, WA w/ occasional remote days.
About Us: FDG Web is a digital agency specializing in web design, development, and custom application solutions for mid-sized and enterprise-level businesses. We're a close-knit team that prioritizes delivering the highest quality service to our clients.
We're looking for a versatile Web Designer to join our team full-time at our office. This position will work closely with our Creative Director and Developers to assist in designing and implementing digital solutions across various platforms.
This is a hands-on design role that requires a strong understanding of UI/UX best practices, front-end development fundamentals, and content management systems. You will work on a range of projects, from marketing websites to e-commerce platforms, ensuring that our solutions are aesthetically refined, accessible, and responsive.
Key Responsibilities
- Create visually compelling, user-friendly web designs that align with brand guidelines and user experience best practices.
- Bonus points if your design aesthetic is playful, bright, and less-corporate (while still remaining professional).
- Implement responsive web designs using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, ensuring cross-browser compatibility.
- Develop and maintain websites within modern CMS platforms (WordPress, Shopify, Drupal, etc.
- Collaborate with designers, developers, and marketing teams to create engaging user interfaces.
- Integrate wireframes, prototypes, and design mockups into functional web pages.
- Ensure designs are optimized for performance, accessibility, and usability.
- Optimize websites for performance, SEO, and mobile responsiveness.
- Stay up to date with the latest trends in web design, UI/UX, and front-end development.
- Assist in troubleshooting and resolving front-end design issues.
- Experiment with new tools, frameworks, and design methodologies to improve workflows and outcomes.
Skills & Experience
The ideal candidate demonstrates:
- Strong work ethic with a problem-solving mindset.
- Client-need focused attention to detail, with good team collaboration and communication skills.
- Ability to translate design concepts into functional, responsive web experiences.
- Proficiency in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
- Familiarity with at least one of the following CMS platforms: WordPress, Joomla, Drupal, Shopify, Magento, etc
- Understanding of UX/UI best practices, web accessibility, and performance optimization.
- Experience or training in design, development, or coding (formal education, boot camps, or self-taught with a strong portfolio).
- Experience with using DIVI or Elementor is a plus.
This is an entry-level position with significant growth opportunities.
Our Culture
- Work-life balance matters. We don't believe in "work hard, play hard" hype. Work hard. Go home. Come back. Repeat for success.
- You'll rarely be asked to work more than an 8-hour day or 40-hour week.
- We value creative problem-solving.
- Honesty is our best policy. We own up to mistakes, and it's okay to say "I don't know" rather than fake it.
- We encourage cross-disciplinary learning---helping developers become better designers and designers become better developers.
- We're flexible with schedules when needed, in return for responsibility and follow-through.
Why Join FDG Web?
25+ years of industry experience -- We're experts at our craft Opportunity to impact enterprise sales strategy -- Shape how we reach new clients Remote-friendly (but local focus) -- Work from anywhere in the Pacific Northwest Competitive salary +