Blackstone Media Group is a fast growing full service marketing and web design firm. Some say like a well oiled machine we say like a well-caffeinated team.
We need an awesome Front End Web Designer/Developer, primarily WordPress, that can communicate with clients and handle detailed front-end development. Most of our sites are custom WordPress, some static HTML and eCommerce sites.
Your role comes in after the client approves the design. Main responsibilities are to communicate and execute the customer’s needs while staying in scope of the project. After design approval from the client your role is to install, develop and make the site come alive. We DO NOT USE TEMPLATES! You must have a deep understanding of how code works, CSS, jQuery, Java Script and be able to work quickly.
Ideally, you will have 4 to 6+ years of web development experience. If you fill this new position, you will be an integral part of our development and marketing team, and you will work closely with all members of the company to deliver the best possible websites and make raving fans. You must be willing to put in extra hours on big projects.
Standard Requirements:
Passionate about clean code!
Strong CSS, Javascript and jQuery skills
Excellent custom WordPress coding skills
Development experience in PHP/MySQL
Good understanding of responsive design, grid systems, layout and color, asset production, typography and a meticulous attention to pixel-level detail
Advanced Photoshop skills a must
Solid organizational/project management skills and is flexible enough to roll with changing priorities and tight deadlines
You thrive in a fast-paced growth environment
Diligent work habits and ability to meet tight deadlines
Fantastic communicator
Enjoys brainstorming and collaboration
Self-motivated and creative problem-solver
Charming with co-workers and/or clients
Other Helpful Qualifications:
Web design
Any experience with print design
Experience with APIs
Experience with Magento/OpenCart/eCommerce
Love of the bean juice (aka coffee)
What we offer our clients:
Web design and development, email marketing, social media, SEO, SEM, marketing consulting, print and graphic design, logo design and branding. We deal with a ton of start-ups and re branding. We work hard, have loads of fun. Recently ranked #19 for Top Web Design Company in South Florida by South Florida Business Journal.\
Job perks:
Medical/Dental, Vacation after 6 months, unlimited premium coffee, tech loving boss, flexible schedule, Lots of company perks and growth opportunities!