smartdept. is searching for a Web Designer for a creative agency client located in Cincinnati OH. The ideal candidate will come with 5 years of experience. This is a project-based fully remote opportunity expected to run through September 15 2025 with a splash page needed by July 15.
This role will lead the design and development of a new website to support a recent merger and brand launch. The new brand identity and logo are already finalized and the site will showcase a dynamic kinetic visual style. The main deliverables include a splash page to announce the merger followed by a streamlined website with the new name logo announcement and a careers page. There is no e-commerce or complex functionality just clean engaging and intuitive design that brings the new brand to life with movement and animation.
Were open to the designer selecting the best website builder or no-code website platform for the project (such as Squarespace or WordPress).
What Youll Do:
- Design and build a visually dynamic website based on provided brand guidelines and creative brief
- Launch a splash page by July 15 to announce the merger
- Develop a simple intuitive site with a new name logo and careers content by September 15
- Select and recommend the most suitable website builder or no-code platform for the project
- Collaborate with internal stakeholders for creative direction
- Proactively manage project milestones gather requirements and communicate needs
- Ensure the site is organized accessible and visually exciting
What Youll Need:
- 5 years of experience designing and developing websites for brands studios or agencies
- Strong skills with website builders or no-code website platforms (Squarespace Wix Webflow Weebly Duda Format etc.)
- Experience translating brand identity into engaging web experiences with movement or animation
- Excellent project management communication and organizational skills
- Ability to work independently and drive the project forward
Nice-to-Have Skills:
- Experience with brand launches or rebrands
- Background in creative agency or studio environments
- Familiarity with kinetic or animated design elements
- Prior work on merger or announcement sites