Good Job: Lead Web Designer

LEAD WEB DESIGNER

Grandparents.com is the newest kid on the block in sophisticated online destinations for modern baby boomers. As a fully funded start up we are ready to hire an experienced web designer to expand our Content team and join our fulltime staff.

The person we seek will have an outstanding portfolio that speaks to consumers. S/he will be largely independent yet will be able to work seamlessly with our Head of Content, editorial team, and creative vendors. The position will encompass a broad spectrum of design related tasks ranging from original conception to user experience and product implementation.

Responsibilities include:
• Designing dynamic visual layouts and applying existing style guide to all initiatives across Grandparents.com’s digital and print assets
• Creating mock-ups and prototypes of new features and advertising opportunities
• Managing bi-weekly email newsletter, daily production and site updates
• Experimenting with online presentations and assisting editorial department on image and graphic selection
• Interfacing between third party web design firms, developers and engineers

Appropriate qualifications include:
• 3+ years of experience as a web designer at an online company or agency
• Understanding of information architecture and user interface in designing websites and web advertising
• Solid handcoding experience with HTML and CSS a must; Flash a big plus
• Expert with CS, Photoshop and Illustrator
• Strong typography, color and layout skills required
• Must be able to work independently as well as collaboratively

Preference is given to experience and strength in both online and print design.

The right candidate loves grandparents and is someone who will benefit from and enjoy a laid back office atmosphere. Salary will be competitive. Benefits include: medical, dental & vision (heavy company contribution); and generous vacation time.

Qualified candidates are required to work full-time at our New York City office located in Times Square at Broadway and 52nd Street.

For immediate consideration, please send resume, compensation requirements, and portfolio (urls) to work@grandparents.com. We prefer examples where you took an existing style/brand and executed using its guidelines.