HTML Email Developer (Contract)

The Dorm • New York, NY

1d • Remote

About The Position

The Dorm is seeking a skilled, proactive, and responsive Contract Email Developer to join their multidisciplinary team remotely. This role involves collaborating closely with the marketing team to build custom-coded email campaigns within Mailchimp. The ideal candidate will have strong HTML/CSS email experience, be responsive, and detail-oriented, contributing to the organization's mission in the mental health space.

Requirements

• 2+ years of experience in web development (freelance or professional)
• Proven experience coding HTML emails (not just web HTML)
• Strong understanding of email-specific CSS limitations and workarounds
• Hands-on experience with Mailchimp (template structure, merge tags, campaign setup)
• Familiarity with responsive email frameworks (e.g., hybrid/fluid design techniques)
• Experience testing with tools like Litmus or Email on Acid (or equivalent methods)
• Attention to detail and ability to meet quick turnaround times
• Familiarity with project management tools (e.g. Asana) and standard development workflows
• Excellent communication skills and self-motivation in a remote environment

Nice To Haves

• Experience with accessibility best practices for email
• Basic understanding of email marketing metrics and optimization
• Familiarity with other ESPs (e.g., Klaviyo, HubSpot)

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain custom HTML email templates for use in Mailchimp
• Translate design files (e.g., Figma, Adobe XD) into responsive, pixel-accurate email code
• Ensure compatibility across major email clients (Gmail, Outlook, Apple Mail, mobile devices)
• Troubleshoot and fix rendering issues in existing campaigns
• Optimize emails for deliverability, accessibility, and performance
• Implement dynamic content and merge tags within Mailchimp
• Collaborate with marketing/design teams to refine layouts and functionality using the Asana project management platform
• Provide QA and testing before campaign deployment - exacting attention to details, very communicative and responsive

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed