Overview
Web designers develop and create the visual presentation, layout and functionality of websites and related applications. They are responsible for ensuring that the website is easy to use, and that the information is easy to access. Web designers are employed in computer software development firms, information technology consulting firms, information technology units throughout the public and private sectors, advertising agencies or they may be self-employed.
This group performs some or all of the following duties:
Establish design guidelines, standards and optimal design practices
Maintain the appearance of websites by applying content standards
Designing visual imagery for websites and ensuring that it is consistent with the organization image
Integrate features and functionalities into Web sites
Create and optimize content for the Web site using a variety of graphics, database, animation and other software
Test and improve the design of a Web site
May lead and coordinate multidisciplinary teams to develop Web site graphics, content, capacity and interactivity.
Employment prospects
Annual salary
$40,106
$63,173
$102,674
Job openings
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Strong job outlook
British Columbia
717expected job openings (5-year forecast)
Education and training
Employment requirements
A bachelor's degree in computer science or graphic design or completion or a college program in computer science, graphic arts, or Web design is required.
Experience as a graphic designer is usually required.
Certification requirements
Work Experience
Work experience recommended
Post-secondary programs in B.C.
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