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Front End Web Designer
BigOrange Marketing
Software EngineeringCincinnati, OH 45215
1 week ago
💻 Open SourceUses AI tools (Claude, ChatGPT, Gemini) and focuses on AI-driven search/AEO to optimize web visibility.
About the Role
Front End Web Designer (Jr.–Mid) to design and build WordPress websites and landing pages with a strong focus on performance, SEO/AEO, and AI-driven search visibility. Part-time contract role based in Cincinnati with hybrid/remote flexibility and pay of $30–$45/hour.
Job Description
Role
Front End Web Designer / Developer (Jr. to Mid-Level) responsible for end-to-end visual design and front-end implementation of WordPress websites and landing pages, with ongoing maintenance, QA, and performance monitoring. The role emphasizes AI-forward search visibility and practical SEO/AEO practices.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and build WordPress sites and landing pages using Beaver Builder or similar page-builder tools.
- Customize themes and configure plugins; build pages with attention to UX/UI best practices and mobile-responsive design.
- Translate creative briefs and StoryBrand messaging into conversion-focused layouts.
- QA sites, document issues, and escalate to lead developers when needed.
- Manage site maintenance, content updates, and enhancements across multiple client accounts.
- Optimize images and media for fast load times and accessibility.
- Create and maintain internal development documentation and how-tos.
- Implement on-page SEO and AEO practices (meta tags, headers, alt text, schema/structured data, conversational formatting).
- Conduct site performance and SEO audits and act on findings (Core Web Vitals, caching, compression, code cleanup).
- Use AI tools (Claude, ChatGPT, Gemini, AI coding assistants) for copy drafts and development acceleration.
- Set up Google Analytics 4 and Google Tag Manager and configure conversion tracking.
Requirements
- 2–4 years of experience designing and building websites; portfolio with 3+ examples showing both design and technical contributions.
- Demonstrated proficiency with WordPress (themes, plugins, page builders).
- Solid understanding of UX/UI, responsive design, and basic web accessibility.
- Active interest and practical knowledge of AI-driven search and AEO (Google AI Overviews, ChatGPT search, Perplexity, Bing Copilot).
- Knowledge of structured data/schema implementation and why it matters for AI search.
- Comfortable using Google Analytics 4 and Google Tag Manager for tracking and conversions.
- Ability to run basic site performance audits and implement improvements.
- Strong attention to detail, clear communication, and self-starter mindset.
- Ability to juggle multiple client accounts in a fast-paced small-agency environment.
Nice to Have
- Experience with HubSpot CMS or HubSpot landing page tools.
- Graphic design skills using Canva, Adobe Creative Suite, or Figma.
- Experience with Beaver Builder, Elementor, or other WordPress page builders.
- Advanced site speed optimization experience.
- Experience using AI tools to accelerate design or development workflows.
Compensation & Hours
- Hourly pay: $30 to $45 per hour (depending on experience).
- Part-time (20+ hours per week). Contractor with potential to convert to W-2 employee.
Location & Work Type
- Cincinnati, OH (work location: hybrid remote in Cincinnati, OH 45215) with part-time remote flexibility.
Application
- Required: Portfolio with 3+ examples and notes describing your specific contributions.
- To apply: send resume and portfolio with contribution notes to jennie@bigorange.marketing.