Jr. Web Developer

Hampton University•Hampton, VA

67d•Onsite

About The Position

The Division of Information Technology has an immediate opening for the full-time position of Jr Web Developer to develop top-tier web pages, interfaces, and applications using WordPress, HTML, CSS, and other online technologies. The preferred candidate should have experience and certification in web development, a 4-year degree in computer science, multimedia, or related discipline, 2+ years of online experience, the ability to offer valuable perspective on features that are important to the customer experience, a proven track record of launching interactive web sites/applications / online promotions., demonstrated skills across a range of technologies including: video production, digital signage, data analytics, and proven experience in visual and interface design. This role requires excellent communication skills as you will be working with other visual designers/graphic artists, programmers, and content managers.

Requirements

4-year degree in computer science, multimedia, graphic design or related discipline.
A minimum of one to two years’ experience in marketing, graphic design, and/or creating website and promotional content.
Desired technical skills and knowledge include advertisement design, web banner design, user-interface design, knowledge of interactive marketing, creativity, and user-focused techniques to improve interactivity.
Ability to create and manipulate website designs utilizing current coding tools and techniques.
Must possess excellent communication skills and the ability to prioritize and handle multiple, concurrent projects and deliverables.
Must be able to work well both independently and/or within a team.
Must have experience with the following systems, languages, and tools: Mac and PC platforms, Adobe Suite, WordPress, HTML, CSS.

Nice To Haves

Experience and certification in web development
2+ years of online experience
Ability to offer valuable perspective on features that are important to the customer experience
A proven track record of launching interactive web sites/applications / online promotions.
Demonstrated skills across a range of technologies including: video production, digital signage, data analytics, and proven experience in visual and interface design.
Experience working in an educational environment is a plus.

Responsibilities

Implement, refine and support information and marketing promotions for Hampton University
Develop optimized /cross-platform designs using a variety of development and design tools and CMS interfaces.
Collaborate with other designers and web developers to refine the online user experience.
Engage with user interface development community to track latest trends and emerging technologies.
Must be familiar with common design and creative editing tools such as Canva, Photoshop, and Adobe Creative Suite.
Establish partnership with internal teams to ensure interactive techniques and technologies translate through to products and services.
Develop functional prototypes to demonstrate and compare design concepts.
Maintaining, branding, and enhancing the look of enterprise tools such as WordPress, SharePoint, Office365, Canvas
Promoting community awareness through electronic media and mobile application tools.
Will work as a technical liaison with multiple departments to ensure accurate and favorable representation online.
Successfully manage collaboration with diverse audiences – Alumni, Staff, Faculty, Students, and Community
Other responsibilities as determined by administrative mission and scheduling needs.