Senior Web Designer

Job Description

A Typical Work Week

This is a full-time, in-person role at our West Des Moines office. Remote work is not available.

The Senior Web Designer is responsible for the user experience (UX) and user interface (UI) design of our various digital assets. You will ensure that all elements of the online user experience are optimized for improved usability, usefulness, and exceptional visual design. The successful candidate will evidence a passion for delivering adaptive and creative solutions to UI/UX design problems by staying up to date with best practices and emerging trends in user experience design and user interface technology.

1. Build and launch high-performing web pages with precision
2. Handle website setup and provide ongoing technical support
3. Continuously sharpen design and UX/UI expertise to stay ahead of trends
4. Communicate clearly and proactively with both team members and clients
5. Generate creative ideas and deliver smart, strategic solutions

• Building within WordPress using themes (little to no code).
• Producing high-quality UX design solutions through wireframes, visual and graphic designs, flow diagrams, storyboards, site maps, and prototypes
• Investigating user experience design requirements for our suite of digital assets
• Developing and conceptualizing a comprehensive UI/UX design strategy for the brand
• Designing UI elements and tools such as navigation menus, search boxes, tabs, and widgets for our digital assets
• Testing UI elements such as CTAs, banners, page layouts, page designs, page flows, and target links for landing pages
• Collaborating with the copywriting, marketing, graphic design, and client experience teams to ensure the creation and delivery of tailored experiences for the digital user
• Providing advice and guidance on the implementation of UX research methodologies and testing activities in order to analyze and predict user behavior
• Adhering to style standards on typography and graphic design

• Bachelor’s degree in web design, web development, graphic design or visual communications
• 4+ years of website design experience
• Demonstrated strengths in web design, project management, marketing, and communications
• Experience using WordPress
• Self-starter who works well independently and in a team environment with a strong interest in graphic design
• Comfortable working with conservative Christian churches and non-profits
• Online portfolio displaying strong graphics and development skills
• Demonstrated knowledge of current web design trends and techniques
• Ability to clearly and professionally communicate visual solutions to support marketing strategies and web initiatives
• Capacity to work in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment
• Positive outlook and professionalism in all aspects of daily tasks
• Uses good judgment and works with integrity
• Ability to quickly change from one project to another
• Adeptness with learning new apps and software
• Punctual and dependable

Would be awesome, but not required.

• Coding knowledge
• Landing page tools (Lead Pages, Unbounce)
• MailChimp / Convertkit / etc email automation tools
• eCommerce websites
• Agency experience

• Competitive salary with performance-based raises
• Custom development plans to help you grow
• Clear promotion pathways
• PTO that rewards your expertise and dedication
• Free snacks and drinks at the office
• Optional Work-from-Home Wednesdays
• Paid holidays
• 100% paid maternity and paternity leave
• 401(k) with 4% company match
• Comprehensive health and dental insurance
• Transparent leadership so you know what we’re striving for, why, and how
• Vision and life coverage
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance
• We love to celebrate: birthdays, team anniversaries, Christmas, and every big win
• Signature events like our Annual Murder Mystery Dinner and Vision Day
• MacBook laptop and a second monitor are provided
• Professional development opportunities (conferences, training)