Web Designer and Developer w/ Dr Sabaghian

Penn State University; University Park (TX); On-site; USD 17,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

Penn State University, College of IST, invites applications for a part-time Web Designer and Developer. This on-site role in University Park, PA offers an on-site hourly rate of USD 15.

The ideal candidate will design and implement WordPress-based websites, create wireframes and prototypes, ensure responsive layouts, and test usability across devices. Familiarity with HTML5/CSS3 and CMS workflows is essential, with attention to detail and strong work ethics.

Qualifications

• Understanding of website design processes including hosting and domain registration.
• Familiarity with CMS, specifically WordPress.
• Basic knowledge of HTML5 and CSS3.
• Ability to build a flowful, responsive website across devices.
• Strong sense of design (color, typography, layouts) and attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Search for hosting and domain registration solutions.
• Research academic websites to collect best practices.
• Adopt and integrate WordPress as the CMS.
• Create wireframes, mockups and prototypes for layouts.
• Ensure usability and navigation across devices.
• Update content and draft a how-to manual for updates.
• Revise and upgrade designs toward final version.
• Test across platforms for functionality and performance.

Skills

Wireframing

Typography

UX design

Responsive design

Tools

WordPress

HTML5

CSS3

Job description

This part-time Web Designer and Developer role at Penn State University, College of IST, is an on-site opportunity based in University Park, PA with an hourly rate of USD 15.

Responsibilities

• Search for hosting website and domain registration solutions
• Research other academic websites and collect best practices to brainstorm ideas
• Adopt and integrate WordPress as the CMS for website development
• Create wireframes, mockups and prototypes for layouts, color schemes and typography
• Ensure flow, user navigation and optimal usability
• Update content and create a short manual on how to update the website after the design and development phase
• Revise and upgrade the design to reach the final version
• Assure that the website works smoothly on different platforms (mobile and tablets)
• Complete testing on functionality, content (spelling and grammar), and performance

Requirements

• Understanding of website design (hosting services, domain subscription) process
• Familiarity with Content Management Systems (CMS), in specific WordPress
• Basic understanding in HTML 5 and CSS 3
• Ability to design a functionally flowless website that works across other platforms
• Have a good taste on design (colors, typography, layouts and UX)
• Be detailed oriented, independent problem solver and professional with great work ethics

Technologies

• WordPress
• HTML5
• CSS3

Approval of remote and hybrid work is not guaranteed regardless of work location. For additional information on remote work at Penn State, see Notice to Out of State Applicants.

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