Web Designer

Finalsite; United States; Remote; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative company is seeking a talented Web Designer to create engaging and responsive designs for K-12 schools. In this fully remote role, you will collaborate closely with project managers and developers to deliver exceptional digital experiences. Your expertise in tools like Figma and Adobe Creative Suite will be essential as you take creative control of projects and interact with clients to guide them through the design process. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in the education sector while working in a flexible environment.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of professional web design experience with a strong portfolio.
• Proven experience managing complex design projects and client communication.
• Knowledge of accessible design and project management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design responsive sites for clients using Finalsite’s CMS.
• Consult with clients and provide design direction and leadership.
• Manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines and client goals.

Skills

Web Design

Client Engagement

Figma

Adobe Creative Suite

Front-End Development

Tools

Figma

Sketch

Adobe Creative Suite

Job description

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Finalsite is the first community relationship management platform for K-12 schools, transforming how schools attract students, engage families, build community — and thrive. More than 7,000 schools and districts worldwide trust Finalsite’s integrated platform for their websites, communications, mobile apps, enrollment, and marketing services. Finalsite is headquartered in Glastonbury, CT, USA with employees who work remotely in nearly every state in the U.S. as well as Europe, South America, and Asia. For more information, please visit www.finalsite.com.

VISION

Finalsite will transform the way school communities engage with their schools.

Summary Of The Role

The Web Designer is responsible for creating effective designs for our clients in close collaboration with project managers and front-end developers. They understand and work well within clearly defined project constraints, including client goals, accessibility guidelines, branding requirements, technical considerations, project budget, and timeline.

LOCATION

100% Remote - Anywhere within the US

Responsibilities

• Design responsive sites for use in Finalsite’s CMS
• Create a mixture of unique, specific pages and comprehensive visual systems for each client
• Take creative control of projects, serving as the key point of contact for project design direction and decisions
• Create new design solutions and work within existing structures
• Assist in the execution and maintenance of internal design needs such as Theme designs (our website templates), shared base files, and more
• Consult with clients over the phone, via Zoom, and in writing to provide direction and leadership, communicating persuasively and welcoming them into our design process
• Interact closely with various team members (internal, freelance, and outside agencies)
• Exercise judgment in determining both the strategic and tactical approaches for project-specific design initiatives
  
  

Qualifications And Skills

• At least 4 years of professional web design experience, with a robust portfolio showcasing exceptional digital work.
• Proven experience in client engagement and communication, with a track record of successfully managing and directing complex design projects.
• Proficiency in Figma, our design, prototyping, and developer handoff tool, experience with Sketch and Adobe Creative Suite a bonus
• A sharp eye for detail and highly developed organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines
• Knowledge of front-end web development, experience working with schools, project management experience, and experience with accessible design preferred
  
  

RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT

Finalsite offers 100% fully remote employment opportunities, however, these opportunities are limited to permanent residents of the United States. Current residency, as well as continued residency, within the United States is required to obtain (and retain) employment with Finalsite.

DISCLOSURES

Finalsite is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. EEO is the Law. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please contact Finalsite's People Operations Team. Finalsite is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Finalsite will ensure that persons with disabilities or special needs are provided a reasonable accommodation. Ensure your Finalsite job offer is legitimate and don't fall victim to fraud. Ask your recruiter for a phone call or other type of verbal communication and ensure all email correspondence is from a finalsite.com email address. For added security, where possible, apply through our company website at finalsite.com/jobs.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Contract

Job function

• Job function

  Design, Art/Creative, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Software Development

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