Web/Interface Designer
Full-time
Kansas CityPOSITION SUMMARY:
Responsible for the user's experience of Garmin's web apps and sites. Concepting, designing and building usable, accessible interfaces on large, complex projects.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Creating highly usable web application and website interfaces
- Applying semantic and accessibility standards compliant with HTML/CSS
- Developing wireframes and interactive prototypes, site maps and workflows
- Work with Communications, IT, Marketing, and Engineering staff to plan, develop, to meet critical project deadlines and complete requested projects
- Continuously see projects from a user's vantage point and produce to their needs
- Architect huge projects and work well with IT developers
- Translate brand into a successful online experience
- Various responsibilities related to the support of large commercial websites
OTHER RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Remain current on new media and traditional design skills
- Stay abreast of web design, web development and multimedia tools and techniques
- Perform other job-related duties as assigned
EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND SKILLS REQUIRED:
- Associate’s Degree in Visual Communication/Advertising Design
- A minimum of 3 years experience performing a role substantially similar to the essential functions of this job
- Must possess a minimum of 3 years Web Design experience
- Must provide an online portfolio demonstrating a strong visual and conceptual design sense and a superior understanding of current coding practices, typography, color, and layout
- Must possess a superior understanding of current web standards, usability and accessibility
- Must demonstrate proficiency and experience with the Adobe suite including Photoshop, Illustrator and Dreamweaver
- Must demonstrate proficiency working with PC and Mac
- Ability to visualize and articulate the big picture of each project
- Demonstrated strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Must be team-oriented, possess a positive attitude and work well with others
- Must be flexible and able to work accurately and independently in a fast-paced environment with minimal supervision
- Must possess strong organizational skills and have the ability to prioritize multiple tasks
- Must demonstrate a strong passion for web design
- Must possess experience with Expression Engine and Content Management Systems
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS:
- Familiarity with JavaScript, AJAX, JSP, Subversion, etc.
- SEO/SEM
- Experience with Drupal, Django, Joomla and Word Press
EEO/AA