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Web designer

Role Overview

Web designers are professionals who specialise in designing websites and optimising the user experience on the Internet. Their main task is to design the graphic and visual interface of websites. They use their skills in graphic design, typography, page layout and visual design to create interfaces, images, animations and graphic elements that enhance the user experience.

Web designers work closely with a multidisciplinary team within the company. They are supervised by a project manager or art director and work alongside web developers, marketing managers and content specialists. Web designers must be proficient in programming languages and graphic design tools such as Photoshop or Illustrator. They must also be able to handle different types of project, such as e-commerce sites, institutional sites and event sites.

In addition to their technical skills, web designers must be good communicators and work as part of a team, understanding customers' needs and expectations and translating them into design terms. They must be able to cope with pressure and meet project deadlines.

The job of Web designer is constantly evolving, as web technologies and trends change regularly. To remain competitive, web designers need to adapt to the latest technologies and market trends.

 

Alternative Job Titles

  • Web Designer
  • Graphic designer
  • Web Interface Designer

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Main Responsibilities

The web designer's job involves designing mock-ups of websites or mobile applications using graphic design software and creating aesthetic, coherent designs by choosing the right colours, typography, images and other visual elements. They are responsible for creating an interface that matches the brand image and objectives of the project.

The role of the web designer is to enhance the user experience on a website by creating clear, intuitive and easy-to-use interfaces. This professional works closely with the developers to ensure the technical feasibility of the mock-up. They then carry out tests on the website to check that the final product is operational.

The web designer's job is not just to design websites. They must also be capable of monitoring and analysing user traffic and behaviour on the sites in order to propose improvements and optimisation.

Competencies

 

  • Advanced knowledge of programming codes such as HTML, CSS, JavaScript, PHP and SQL.
  • Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator or InDesign.
  • Understanding of responsive and mobile-first design : these concepts allow you to create websites that offer an optimal user experience on all devices.
  • Ability to create website mock-ups and wireframes: this skill is essential for any web designer.
  • Knowledge of the principles of ergonomics and web accessibility to design websites that are effective, intuitive and, above all, accessible to all.
  • Knowledge of content management systems (CMS) such as WordPress, Drupal or Joomla!
  • Ability to optimise website performance using techniques such as image compression and caching.
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Education & Training

  • University degree in Graphic design, Digital arts, Digital creation
  • Specialised training (3 years' higher education or more) in IT (web development, programming, information technology, etc.).
  • Master's degree in multimedia and Internet interface design or a Master's degree in Digital arts, Creation and Engineering
  • Professional training in website design or UX/UI design and in graphic design software such as Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.

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