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job one
job two
job three
job four

Jobs one and two were advertised through DC Web Women

job #1


Who says the economy isn't recovering - you certainly couldn't tell in the web world! We have EIGHT (8) open web designer positions!  Here is what we are looking for:

Responsibilities:


Front end site design and development for Web Sites, Web Applications & Banners

Production of Flash-based web applications and tools

Creative concepting & brainstorming

Project management including interaction with the development team

Experience designing for a content management system is ideal but no
necessary.

Requirements:


BFA in Graphic Design, Interactive Media or related four-year degree preferred

Mastery of Adobe Creative Suite applications:
Dreamweaver
Flash,
Photoshop
Illustrator
InDesign

Strong web layout and web design skills HTML/CSS a must

Excellent creative/aesthetic judgment and the ability to communicate it

Strong eye for typography, and photography

Must be self-motivated with a positive attitude
and have strong communications skills

Ability to take direction, or to work without it, depending on circumstances

Strong online portfolio and list of URLs demonstrating skills a mustfor consideration

Must be creative

job #2


Front End Developer


Support of a Front End Web Developer with rock solid HTML and CSS coding skills as well as design skills.

We are looking for someone with a passion for standard compliant coding and quality design.

The Front End Web Developer will work on
client projects and will participate on related Balance project teams.

This is a contract, telecommute position with a flexible commitment of hours per week. Local candidates only.

The ideal candidate will have the following skills:
Ability to write XHTML and CSS by hand using hack free solutions

Ability to take an existing site and enhance its design with CSS without having a visual mockup as reference


Experience with JavaScript libraries such as jQuery

Strong understanding of content driven sites and their possibilities and limitations

Experience with Drupal theming

An eye for design with regard to content presentation and user interfaces

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite

Ability to work independently and in teams

Excellent communication skills

Ability to meet tight deadlines

Detailed and organized

Problem solver who knows when to ask questions

Responsibilities include:

Build hand-coded tableless W3C-Valid XHTML/CSS templates

Drupal theming

Produce and test for cross-browser and cross-platform compatibility

Design user-flow diagrams, site maps, and wire frames

Skills and Experience Required

>BA/BS degree in Graphic Design, Computer Science or web related technologies preferred but not required.

2-3 years of proven agency experience or related hands-on web experience

Strong understanding of web standards, usability and accessibility

Understanding and experience with user-centered design methodologies and practices, in particular the role of design in creating usable and effective web interfaces

Bonus Skills

Knowledge of any content management system, including Drupal,Joomla, WordPress, DotNetNuke and/or Ektron

Experience implementing solutions for mobile devices

WHO WE ARE

Name of Company is a web development and design firm that helps clients to achieve organizational goals using online technologies and tactics.

Our clients love us because we are focused and driven.

Our core values help ensure that we live our mission and deliver on our promises:

We listen ­ we are always open to new ideas and technologies.

We set high expectations for ourselves ­ and we achieve them.

We are responsive and we are proactive ­ we attack opportunities with passion and enthusiasm.

We believe in living rich, well-balanced lives.

These values translate into client relationships where Balance

Interactive serves as trusted counsel and partner.

WHAT WE OFFER YOU

Excellent compensation for your work and expertise

The option to work at our Springfield, VA offices or remotely (although some on-site meetings are required)

A work environment that welcomes and values your ideas!

job #3

ADVERTISED AUGUST 2010

Jr. Front End Web Designer

Job Description/Responsibilities:


[Name of Company] is looking for a talented, passionate Jr. Front End Web Designer to join our expanding team.

Required skills/competencies/qualities:


Associates or Bachelors Degree (Preferably in art design, web design or related degree)
  • Outstanding skills in Photoshop
  • Dreamweaver/HTML & CSS skills are essential
  • High level of design skill and technical proficiency
  • An online portfolio with lots of potential
  • Knowledge of web design conventions, optimization and best practices

Bonus skills/competencies/qualities:

  • Customer service experience
  • Passion for web visitor conversions
  • Internet marketing experience
  • Basic PHP/MySQL knowledge
  • Knowledge of CMS such as Joomla or MODx
  • Proficiency in Flash or Illustrator
  • Experience using jQuery

Qualities:

  • Take direction well, but also able to make decisions and take initiative
  • Enjoys typography and color theory
  • Energized about web information architecture and user experience design
  • Customer service focused
  • Strong communication skills
  • Up-to-date on the latest web technologies
  • Professional, dependable, solid work ethic, detail-oriented, self motivated
  • An eye for detail and a dedication to quality
  • Energized about Internet design, functionality and user experience
  • Problem solver


job #4



Front End Web Designer


Job Description/Responsibilities:
[Name of Company] is looking for a talented, passionate Front End Web Designer to join our expanding team.

Required skills/competencies/qualities:

  • Associates or Bachelors Degree (Preferably in art design, web design or related degree)
  • Minimum 1 years (2 or more desired) experience as a web designer
  • Impressive portfolio with a proven track record in designing for the Web
  • Ability to quickly build modern CSS layouts
  • Outstanding skills in Photoshop
  • Dreamweaver/HTML & CSS skills are essential
  • High level of design skill and technical proficiency
  • Knowledge of web design conventions, user experience, web standards, optimization and best practices
  • Experience using jQuery

Bonus skills/competencies/qualities:

  • Knowledge of HTML5 and CSS3
  • Customer service experience
  • Internet marketing experience
  • Basic PHP/MySQL knowledge
  • Knowledge of open source CMS such as Joomla or MODx
  • Proficiency in Flash or Illustrator

Qualities:

  • Take direction well, but also able to make decisions and take initiative
  • Enjoys typography and color theory
  • Energized about web information architecture and user experience design
  • Customer service focused
  • Strong communication skills
  • Up-to-date on the latest web technologies
  • Professional, dependable, solid work ethic, detail-oriented, self motivated
  • An eye for detail and a dedication to quality
  • Energized about Internet design, functionality and user experience
  • Problem solver
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