Freelance Web/UX Designer

Akoya; United States; Remote; USD 83,000 - 131,000; Full time

Job summary

Akoya, a woman-owned small business delivering strategic communications, seeks a reliable Freelance Web/UX Designer to support client projects on an as-needed basis. Remote US-based work with 1099 contractor terms, scalable involvement for high-volume periods.

Role requires a degree with 5+ years of experience or a master's with 3 years, US citizenship, and the ability to obtain a federal public trust clearance. Familiarity with accessibility standards and responsible AI is preferred.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a relevant field with required years of experience.
• U.S. citizenship is required with English fluency.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a federal security clearance (public trust).
• Familiarity with responsible AI principles and practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support the implementation of web and digital services projects including website design and development, multimedia development, graphic design, electronic communications, and performance tracking.
• Support management and maintenance of client website environments, including updates, access monitoring, and archiving.
• Develop and manage processes for creating, editing, publishing, and archiving web content.
• Design digital products to meet accessibility standards and mobile-first responsive requirements.
• Create wireframes, prototypes, and design mockups for client feedback and stakeholder reviews.
• Develop design systems and component libraries for consistency and maintainability.

Skills

UX Design

Web Design

Accessibility (Section 508)

Security Clearance

Federal Contracting

English Fluency

AI Ethics

Education

Bachelor's degree

Master's degree

Job description

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Freelance Web/UX Designer

Contractor - 1099 Remote, Remote, US

20 days ago Requisition ID: 1067

About Akoya

We’re a woman-owned small business that delivers big results in strategic communications. For 25 years, Akoya has thrived in the government consulting landscape helping agencies launch new programs, leverage internal and external support, and drive their missions forward. Our strategic approach to communications increases the quality of services and makes Akoya a comfortable home for motivated communications professionals who value and rely on the idea-sharing and collaboration inherent in our corporate culture.

Freelance Web/UX Designer

We're looking for a reliable freelance Web/UX Designer to support our team on an as-needed basis. In this freelance role, you'll be called on to support specific client projects and to help absorb overflow work when our internal team's capacity is stretched, such as during high-volume news cycles, launches, or when multiple client deadlines land at once. We're looking for someone who can jump in quickly, deliver quality work with minimal ramp-up time, and scale their involvement up or down as our needs shift.

What You'll Be Doing

• Lead and support the implementation of web and digital services projects such as website design and development, multimedia development, graphic design, electronic communications, database or IT tool design and development, and performance tracking and analysis.
• Support the management and maintenance of the client website environment, including website design, configuration, updates, control/access monitoring, and archiving functions.
• Develop and manage the processes for requesting, creating, editing, publishing, and archiving web and digital content.
• Design all digital products and interfaces to meet Section 508 compliance and other client accessibility standards
• Design mobile-first responsive experiences optimized across all device sizes
• Create wireframes, prototypes, and design mockups for client review and stakeholder feedback
• Develop and document design systems and component libraries for consistency and maintainability

Requirements

• Must have a Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field and at least 5 years of experience. Alternatively, must have a Master’s degree in a relevant field and 3 years of experience.
• U.S. citizenship is required with verbal and written fluency in English
• Must be able to receive and maintain a federal security clearance (public trust level)
• Familiarity with responsible AI principles and practices.

Desired Qualifications

• Based in Washington, D.C for occasional onsite support.
• Prior federal contracting experience is preferred.
• Experience in the energy sector preferred.

Akoya is committed to an equitable, diverse, inclusive, and accessible environment that has a positive effect on the hiring, retention, and ongoing support of all employees. Akoya is an Equal Opportunity Employer and, in compliance with applicable laws, ordinances, rules, and regulations, affords equal opportunities for all qualified persons without regard to race, color, religion, age, creed, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.