iFOCUS is looking for a driven, technical mind to build custom graphics and web design. The ideal candidate will be able to work well under pressure and will have the ability to juggle multiple website projects at one time. We are looking for a highly-motivated individual that can make a positive and immediate impact on our growth as an organization. The ideal candidate will demonstrate initiative, responsibility for projects and a positive attitude. This candidate will work directly with internal team members such as the Web Dev team, SEO team, copywriters and account managers.
About iFOCUS
A rapidly-growing digital marketing agency located in Overland Park, KS, iFOCUS Marketing & Advertising is powered by curiosity and caffeine, fueled with forward-thinking, and primed to turn ideas into action. Our number one objective is to become a trusted partner in the evolving digital marketing space through strategies that align with the unique business objectives of our clients. We eschew cookie-cutter approaches, and instead continually optimize campaigns and strategy, using our proprietary digital marketing relay as our guide. Our award-winning team strives to exceed expectations with superior boutique service, a data-driven philosophy, and transparent reporting. Clients come to us for guidance in marketing their products and services, and we deliver and carry out B2C and B2B marketing strategies in a wide variety of industries, locally and around the globe, including automotive services, multi-family apartment communities, manufacturing, healthcare, home services, finance, legal services, retail, private aviation, education, and more.
About the Role
iFOCUS is looking for a driven, technical mind to build custom graphics and web design. The ideal candidate will be able to work well under pressure and will have the ability to juggle multiple website projects at one time. We are looking for a highly-motivated individual that can make a positive and immediate impact on our growth as an organization. The ideal candidate will demonstrate initiative, responsibility for projects and a positive attitude. This candidate will work directly with internal team members such as the Web Dev team, SEO team, copywriters and account managers.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Conceptualizing creative ideas with clients
- Design wireframes, website mockups and other related graphics for both desktop and mobile devices based on client requirements
- Test and improve design of client websites
- Design and maintain templates to be used for new client builds
- Support existing website and SEO clients
- Assist with structure builds and site launches with applied UX practices for optimal user interaction and SEO
- Attend and participate in client meetings
- Collaborate with copywriters, SEO team, developers, and other teams to establish the vision and analyze tradeoffs between usability and performance needs
- Create custom graphics and visual elements for website
- Produce, optimize and output final web-ready digital artwork
- Prepare design files in order to properly hand-off to developers
- Ensure projects are completed according to schedule while following quality standards
- Stay up-to-speed with latest web and graphic design trends
Required Skills and Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in marketing, art/design or applicable professional experience
- 3+ years professional web design experience
- Strong working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, XD)
- Understanding of web design principles and best practices
- Must have professional proficiency with WordPress and other content management systems and page builder templates
- Understanding of search engine optimization principles, google analytics and the role they play within websites
- Knowledge of what developers can and cannot do for the web
- Experience presenting materials to clients professionally
- Portfolio showcasing experience in designing websites
- Passion about design with an understanding of critical core concepts
- High level of personal accountability, creativity, and confidence in abilities
- Excellent ability to listen and adjust output based on feedback
- Team player who thrives in an environment in which direction/goals can pivot quickly to meet client needs
- Versatility, endurance and a strong desire to keep learning to keep up with design industry
- Proven outstanding ability to work under pressure, prioritize and meet deadlines
- Forward-thinking and willing to take creative risks
- Detail and multi-task oriented
- Possess good interpersonal skills and be an adaptable, self-motivated, flexible team player with a positive outlook
- Must be able to comprehend project scope and requirements quickly and be willing to openly communicate if further clarification is needed
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with responsive design and development
- Experience with ecommerce applications (WooCommerce, Shopify, etc.)
- Proficiency in front-end web development programming languages such as HTML, Bootstrap, CSS, jQuery and JavaScript
- Understanding of UI/UX principles
Pay & Benefits Summary
Individually, our team members are enthusiastic forces of digital marketing. We’re internally-motivated, curious collaborators ready to inject a high level of detail into everything we do. Together, we’ve built a supportive community of marketing professionals who thrive in our fast-paced, dynamic environment. Our team members embrace change, develop solutions that make an impact, and appreciate diverse ideas as we work toward common goals. We celebrate our successes, know the importance of coworker camaraderie, and prioritize work-life balance. In exchange for performing daily digital marketing feats, you get:
- Competitive salary
- 401(k) with employer matching contributions and immediate vesting
- Health insurance options, including HSA- and FSA-eligible plans
- Dental, Vision & Supplemental Insurance
- Employer-paid life insurance and short- and long-term disability
- Optional critical illness and accident insurance
- Paid time off
- 8 Paid holidays
- Flexible hybrid working policy
- Summer hours
- Ongoing professional development
- Agency events
- Office snacks and drinks