Web Designer & Developer (Contract, Remote)

VOARVUE Media About VOARVUE VOARVUE Media is the in-house media production and marketing team for independent yacht brokers brokerages and charter companies — helping our clients look as established and professional as the biggest names in yachting. We're building out our full-service marketing capability and web design/development is a key piece of that.

About the Role

We're hiring a contract Web Designer & Developer to build and maintain websites for both our clients and VOARVUE itself. This is an ongoing contract role not a single project — we need someone reliable we can bring in as work comes up starting immediately. Your work will span two things Client websites — primarily WordPress builds and redesigns for yacht brokerages and charter companies VOARVUE's own website (voarvue.com) — ongoing updates improvements and maintenance

What You'll Do

Design and build clean fast mobile-first websites — primarily in WordPress Take a project from concept/wireframe through to a fully built functioning site Maintain and update VOARVUE's own website as our business evolves Work directly with the founder to understand each project's goals and translate them into a real site not just a template with new logos dropped in Troubleshoot and fix issues on existing sites as needed Design visually compelling and user-friendly websites using tools like Adobe Creative Suite Figma Adobe XD and Sketch ensuring a seamless user experience across devices. Develop responsive web pages utilizing HTML CSS JavaScript Angular React Bootstrap and other front-end frameworks to deliver fast-loading accessible websites. Create prototypes and wireframes to visualize concepts and facilitate stakeholder feedback using tools such as InVision Balsamiq Axure or Figma. Implement web accessibility standards (WCAG) and usability best practices to ensure inclusive digital experiences for all users. Optimize websites for SEO performance by integrating analytics tools like Google Analytics 360 and Adobe Analytics to monitor traffic and engagement metrics. Maintain existing websites through content management systems such as WordPress Drupal SharePoint or custom PHP/MySQL solutions perform regular website updates and troubleshooting. Collaborate with UX/UI designers to refine layout design typography interaction design motion graphics and visual UI/UX elements that enhance user engagement. Write clean code adhering to best practices in front-end development (HTML5 CSS3 JavaScript ES6+) version control (Git) and web production workflows. Conduct user research and data analysis to inform design decisions and improve overall website usability and performance. Support digital marketing efforts by integrating email marketing tools like Mailchimp or Campaign Monitor into website platforms. What You Need Strong demonstrated skill in both web design and web development — we need someone who can do both not hand off half the work to someone else Deep working knowledge of WordPress including theme customization and page builders (Elementor Divi or similar) A portfolio that shows real launched websites — not just mockups Ability to work independently and communicate clearly and proactively — this is a remote contract relationship so we need someone who doesn't need to be micromanaged to hit deadlines Available to start immediately Experience Proven experience designing and developing websites with a strong portfolio showcasing responsive designs across desktop and mobile platforms. Expertise in HTML5 CSS3 (including SCSS/SASS) JavaScript frameworks such as React or Angular familiarity with Node.js is a plus. Proficiency in graphic design software including Adobe Photoshop Illustrator InDesign experience creating motion graphics with Adobe After Effects is advantageous. Solid understanding of web accessibility standards (WCAG) usability principles information architecture and interaction design methodologies. Experience working with content management systems like WordPress Drupal or SharePoint familiarity with website maintenance tasks is essential. Knowledge of SEO best practices coupled with experience analyzing web analytics data using Google Analytics or Adobe Analytics tools. Ability to develop prototypes using tools like InVision or Axure wireframing skills are highly valued. Familiarity with back-end technologies such as PHP MySQL or SQL databases experience with front-end frameworks like Bootstrap or Telerik enhances your profile. Strong data analysis skills combined with an understanding of digital marketing strategies to optimize website performance effectively. Excellent communication skills for collaborating within multidisciplinary teams while managing multiple projects efficiently. To Apply Please include A link to your portfolio or 2–3 examples of websites you've designed and built Your hourly rate expectations Your availability and how soon you could start Pay $35.00 - $50.00 per hour Expected hours 5.0 – 20.0 per week

Benefits

Flexible schedule

Work Location

Remote