Job Description
Web designers and developers research, design, develop and produce Internet and Intranet sites. They are employed in computer software development firms, information technology consulting firms, information technology units throughout the private and public sectors, or they may be self-employed.
Sample Job Titles
- Electronic Business (E-Business) Web Site Developer
- Electronic Commerce (E-Commerce) Web Site Developer
- Internet Site Developer
- Intranet Site Designer
- Web Designer
- Web Developer
- Web Integrator
- Web Manager
- Web Site Designer
- Web Site Developer
Job Duties
Web designers and developers perform some or all of the following duties:
- Consult with clients to develop and document Web site requirements
- Prepare mock-ups and storyboards
- Develop Web site architecture and determine hardware and software requirements
- Source, select and organize information for inclusion and design the appearance, layout and flow of the Web site
- Create and optimize content for the Web site using a variety of graphics, database, animation and other software
- Plan, design, write, modify, integrate and test Web-site related code
- Conduct tests and perform security and quality controls
- May lead and co-ordinate multidisciplinary teams to develop Web site graphics, content, capacity and interactivity
- May research and evaluate a variety of interactive media software products
Typical Background
Education
Post-secondary degree or diploma in computer science, information technology, engineering or related field.
Experience
One-to-five years of related work experience.