Web Designer

Straight North; Downers Grove (IL); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

FSA

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Short-term disability insurance

Long-term disability insurance

Job summary

Straight North, based in Downers Grove, IL, is looking for a talented Web Designer to join our team. This role involves creating visually appealing website designs that meet client specifications, collaborating with various teams, and maintaining design consistency across projects.

The ideal candidate will have 3-5 years of experience in a fast-paced environment, strong proficiency in Figma, and a solid portfolio showcasing diverse responsive designs. We offer a competitive benefits package, including health and dental insurance.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience as a Web Designer in a digital marketing agency or web development agency.
• Strong portfolio showcasing responsive website designs across various industries.
• Self-directed and comfortable working independently in a remote environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-fidelity designs in Figma for new website projects.
• Design responsive user interfaces across devices.
• Collaborate with developers to ensure accurate design implementation.

Skills

Proficiency in Figma

Responsive web design principles

UX/UI design principles

Attention to detail

Excellent communication skills

Job description

Straight North is seeking a talented and experienced Web Designer to join our dynamic team. The selected candidate will be responsible for creating visually compelling, user-focused website designs that align with client goals, brand standards, and digital marketing best practices. You will collaborate closely with project managers, copywriters, developers, and clients to transform business objectives into engaging digital experiences that drive results.

This is a flexible remote/office position in our Downers Grove, IL office requiring one day in the office per week.

Responsibilities

• Develop high-fidelity designs in Figma for new website projects and website support requests that balance aesthetics, usability, and conversion-focused objectives.
• Design responsive user interfaces that provide seamless experiences across desktop, tablet, and mobile devices.
• Collaborate with developers to ensure accurate implementation of approved designs and maintain design consistency throughout the development process.
• Work closely with copywriters and project managers to align content, messaging, and visual design with client goals.
• Present design concepts and rationale to internal teams and clients, incorporating feedback effectively.
• Maintain and evolve design systems, style guides, and reusable UI components to improve efficiency and consistency.
• Stay current on emerging web design trends, accessibility standards, UX principles, and responsive design best practices.
• Conduct design reviews and quality assurance checks to ensure projects meet established standards before launch.

Requirements

• 3–5 years of experience as a Web Designer in a digital marketing agency, web development agency, or similar fast-paced environment.
• Strong proficiency in Figma, including component libraries, auto layout, prototyping, and collaborative workflows.
• Strong portfolio showcasing responsive website designs across a variety of industries and project types.
• Deep understanding of responsive web design principles, mobile-first design methodologies, and cross-device user experience best practices.
• Solid understanding of UX/UI design principles, information architecture, and user-centered design processes.
• Understanding of website conversion optimization and how design impacts lead generation and user engagement.
• Knowledge of web accessibility standards and best practices.
• Experience with landing page design and display ad design a plus.
• Strong attention to detail, organizational skills, and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and collaboration skills.
• Self-directed, proactive, and comfortable working independently in a remote environment.

Our highly competitive benefits package includes a 401(k), FSA, paid time off (for vacation, illness and personal time) along with health, dental, vision, short-term disability and long-term disability insurance.

About Straight North

Straight North is an Internet marketing agency with over 100 experts on staff. We’re successful and growing, with a steady stream of new clients. Our formula is to hire smart people and turn them loose. We’ll listen to you, help you, challenge you, and above all give you every opportunity to grow in your profession.