Digital / Web Designer, eCommerce

The Freelance Digital/Web Designer will handle various design needs for our eCommerce websites, focusing on updating design assets as directed by the eComm director. Responsibilities include resizing, editing, and creating new designs in Figma, while ensuring all digital designs meet responsive design best practices.

To thrive in this role, candidates should have a minimum of 4 years of web design experience, proficiency in Creative Suite and Figma, and ideally some familiarity with Salesforce Commerce Cloud, with a willingness to learn more. A strong understanding of responsive design is crucial to success.

The Digital/Web Designer plays a vital role in the creative process by following high-level design directions and brand guidelines while also contributing innovative ideas. This ensures that the eCommerce platforms not only remain functional but also visually appealing, enhancing the overall shopping experience.

The Freelance Digital/Web Designer position offers about 20 hours of work per week, with the possibility to expand up to 40 hours based on business needs and performance. This flexibility is ideal for individuals seeking a balance between professional and personal commitments.

Yes, there is significant potential for growth in this position. Based on performance, the current freelance arrangement can be extended, with opportunities for increased hours and potentially transitioning to a more permanent role within the eCommerce team.

Begin by understanding the brand guidelines and the specific needs of the eCommerce team. Utilize design tools like Figma for creating responsive designs and ensure your work aligns with user experience best practices. Share examples of how you've balanced creativity with branding in your projects.

Effective prioritization relies on understanding deadlines, project impact, and teamwork. Discuss how you utilize project management tools, like Monday.com, to track progress and communicate with team members to adjust workloads as necessary.

I adhere to grid systems and fluid layouts, testing designs across various devices. Emphasize your past experiences ensuring designs are mobile-first while explaining the importance of usability across platforms.

Share a situation where you faced constraints—whether time, resources, or technical limitations. Discuss your collaborative efforts to find solutions, adapting your design strategy while keeping the project's goals intact.

Keeping current is essential in design. Explain how you follow industry leaders, participate in design webinars, or engage in community forums to continually refine your skills and stay inspired.

Collaboration facilitates creativity and innovation. Highlight your experience working alongside developers and marketing teams, sharing how their insights can enhance your designs and improve overall project outcomes.

Discuss your expertise with Figma and the Creative Suite, emphasizing their strengths in collaborative design and asset creation. Mention any other tools that help streamline your workflows.

Understanding the brand's vision and goals is key. Provide examples of how you’ve incorporated feedback from stakeholders to align designs with business objectives, thus enhancing the effectiveness of eCommerce sites.

Typography directly impacts readability and the overall aesthetic of the design. Highlight how you select fonts and maintain hierarchy to reinforce brand identity and enhance user experience.

Testing is crucial for ensuring designs function optimally across platforms. Discuss methods you've used to gather user feedback, test designs, and iteratively improve until the desired user experience is achieved.