Front-End Web Developer - Term position

Mar 1

This position have been filled.

Thanks for your interest. Please keep an eye out for future openings!

Do you want to work in the exciting and fast-paced digital world? Are you interested in joining a motivated team dedicated to inspiring the world through digital strategy? Do you want to work with an international award-winning communications expert? Do you want to genuinely help causes and businesses with their online marketing? Do you want to help change the trajectory of the internet?

At Ethical Digital.ca we are looking for the right person who is:

● Great with people: You can connect with clients and team members and make each person feel like they are a priority (we also like to have fun around here so if you like fun, that’s a bonus).

● Goal-oriented: You like to start and finish projects with minimal supervision.

● An initiator: Not only do you work on assigned projects, you are not afraid to tackle tasks that will move the team forward.

● Detail-oriented: You make a mean list and stick to it.

● Comfortable with tech: We will train you on the key tech we use in the business, but you are not afraid to try new digital tools.

● Flexible: The job duties change depending on the day, and you love the diversity.

● Good with grammar: We do a lot of writing around here so being able to write, proofread, and provide feedback is very helpful.

● Empathetic and supportive: Building a business can be intense but we like to make sure we are facing challenges together.

● Driven by service to others: You use your knowledge to help others.

● Problem-solver: You’re used to digital challenges, and you’re not afraid to dive in and figure out new ways to solve a problem.

● Collaborative team player: You are proud to be a part of an A-Team, and you treat everyone with high levels of respect.

● Knowledgeable: You have a good understanding of organization operations, and you are open to ideas from the team.

● Integrity and Confidentiality: Some of the information you’ll be handling is confidential and we’d like to keep it that way :)

This position will be funded through the IRAP program, and the successful candidate must fall within these parameters:

- Female applicants are preferred
- Between the ages of 15-30
- A post-secondary graduate (could convocate in April 2022)
- Be a Canadian citizen
- Have not participated in the IRAP program previously …
If you fall within these guidelines, please carry on reading!

Here are some of the things you will be doing and what we are looking for:

● You will work closely with our Design Lead and Director of Content, developing strategies for our clients.

● Our desired candidate will create beautiful and slick websites for our clients.

● You will have design skills that align with client guidelines and parameters for various social media platforms, advertising campaigns, blogs, and branding.

● You will be responsible for working with the team to develop top-notch websites using Squarespace, WordPress, and other platforms at times.

● Able to work independently - speaking with clients directly to brief them on exactly what they want whilst also showcasing your creative expertise to guide the process.

● Working efficiently and documenting all of your work effectively.

● Understanding how long your design process will take in order to accurately quote clients on turnaround times and expectations.

● Building beautiful, custom website designs using modern tools such as the Adobe Creative Suite.

● Ability to take static website mocks and recreate them on various CMS platforms.

● Updating existing client website designs.

● Speaking directly with clients via multiple communications channels, including Slack, email, phone calls, and video calls.

● Working cross functionally with our digital strategists and content team members to incorporate client requests, custom graphics, and drafted web copy.

● Generating, comprehending, and presenting reports to the clients (as needed).

● Documenting, communicating, and delegating client requests to the appropriate team members to get the job done.

● Our ideal candidate will have the following skills:

○ Knowledge of CSS, HTML, JavaScript considered a strong asset

○ Experience converting website designs into custom themes for WordPress and WooCommerce websites considered a strong asset

○ Deep knowledge and expertise using a full suite of website design tools

○ A strong and outgoing personality: a people person that not only loves to communicate with high energy, but also is detail-oriented.

○ Solid time management skills

○ Have excellent written and verbal English communication skills

● You will be adaptable, and able to work independently while managing multiple projects

● You are familiar with G-suite, Canva, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, SquareSpace, CSS (beginner to intermediate level).

The position can be based anywhere in Canada. Our team is virtual. Ethical Digital is an equal opportunities employer.