Company Overview:

Shield Bar Marketing targets businesses based in North America and primarily conducts business in English. We are a fast-growing marketing firm specializing in developing and executing marketing strategies for a diverse range of clients. We are committed to providing innovative solutions and exceptional customer service.

Our Core Values:

    Integrity in all we do
    Work smarter, not harder
    Pride in work
    Enthusiastic, energetic, tenacious

Our Core Focus:

To create lifelong relationships and raving fans.

Job Details:

    Location: Remote
    Pay: TBD
    Job Type: Part/Full Time
    Typical Hours: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM CST
    Start Date: ASAP

Job Description:

As a member of Shield Bar Marketing’s team, this position serves as the lead graphic web designer and front-end developer. You will be responsible for best practices in design and front-end development across multiple digital channels in support of client goals and company success.

Responsibilities:

    Effectively design, code, and build websites, landing pages, and other digital mediums.
    Design for digital and print mediums is a plus.
    Understand UI/UX and the importance of SEO in design and programming.
    Create quality, effective design mockups.
    Prepare written Creative Briefs based on client and team input, feedback, and approval.
    Prepare well-thought-out information architecture sitemaps and wireframes to help clients visually understand the solution tied to their goals.
    Create cascading style sheets (CSS) that are consistent across modern browsers.
    Work with backend developers to create a smooth experience for admins and users of websites, as well as assist with research and troubleshooting.
    Produce, maintain, and modify websites, landing pages, and emails.
    Incorporate applications, graphics, audio, and video clips into client websites.
    Create tools that enhance the user’s website experience.
    Ensure websites are optimized across desktop and mobile.
    Routinely test websites for ease of use, speed, and other quality factors.
    Manage your work and merge code for various websites in GitHub.
    Document front-end coding best practices, SOPs, and evolving with new technology.
    Assist in the design and definition of new features for websites.
    Communicate design and technical information effectively to other team members and clients.
    Quickly learn and adapt to unfamiliar technology.
    Value knowledge of emerging best practices, tools, and standards.

Qualifications:

    2+ years experience in design and frontend or full-stack development, especially related to responsive design and custom content management systems based on PHP and other 3rd party systems i.e., Shopify.
    Knowledge and experience with email software (ie MailChimp, Constant Contact), marketing automation platforms, funnels, Google API, and information architecture programs (ie Figma and/or Adobe XD).
    Deep experience with Adobe products.
    Expert knowledge in HTML, CSS3, JQuery, and other web scripting languages/frameworks.
    Understand the importance of clean code protocols, programming notes, and web compliance to new laws.
    Enjoy working with a team to solve problems and develop ideas but can also work independently.
    Ability to prioritize, task change, and meet deadlines.
    Active listening, ability to write, and clearly communicate with a variety of people.

Application:

Please submit your resume and a portfolio of current and past work examples.

Testimonial:

"I have been working with Nikole since 2019 and honestly speaking, she is the best working partner in the last 10 years of my freelancing career.

Why?

Because:

    She always sends complete instructions about the task, which helps me start it immediately.
    She always pays on time and sometimes better pay before time.
    She gives positive vibes and is always very cooperative, and I am enjoying every moment of working with her."

~ Sam Waqas