Freelance Creative Technologist - Web Design/Development

Posted 17 Days Ago
Chicago, IL
Senior level
Design
The Role
The Creative Technologist will design and develop custom websites and digital experiences, collaborating with various teams, optimizing site performance, and integrating advanced interactions using Webflow and custom code. This role requires leading projects while staying updated on web design trends and providing support to team members.
Summary Generated by Built In

VSA’s purpose is to design for a better human experience. As a strategy and design agency, we blend consumer insights and data with human-centered design to activate meaningful, motivating and measurable experiences in an increasingly noisy world. With offices in Chicago, New York and San Francisco, VSA offers a full range of fully integrated capabilities—branding, advertising, data science and technology—all under one roof. VSA is also a proud member of Meet The People, an international family of unified and independent agencies. For more than 40 years, we have delivered solutions for business and creative leaders at some of the world’s most respected brands and forward-thinking organizations, including Google, Nike and IBM. 

Position Overview:

We are seeking a highly talented and experienced Creative Technologist specializing in web design and development to join us in creating a variety of digital experiences. In this role, you will have the opportunity to work closely with our multidisciplinary teams to create experiences that elevate our clients' brands. Your proficiency in blending design needs with technology solutions will be integral to the success of our projects, as we continue to push the boundaries of creativity for our clients.

Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with strategists, visual and interaction designers, content managers, and project managers to understand project objectives and requirements.
  • Lead the design and development of custom websites and digital experiences using Webflow, ensuring a seamless integration of design and functionality.
  • Implement advanced interactions, animations, and transitions using Webflow's capabilities and custom code (HTML/CSS/JavaScript) when necessary.
  • Optimize websites for performance, accessibility, and search engine optimization (SEO) best practices.
  • Stay current with emerging trends and technologies in web design and development, and leverage them to enhance our projects.
  • Provide technical guidance and support to team members, fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in either a software engineering or design related field (or equivalent work experience).
  • Demonstrated expertise in Webflow, with a strong portfolio showcasing your proficiency in the platform.
  • Proven experience (5-10 years) in web design and development, with a focus on delivering high-quality, user-centric digital experiences.
  • Proficiency in front-end web technologies including HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
  • Strong understanding of responsive design principles and cross-browser compatibility.
  • Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
  • Effective communication skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
  • Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git) and modern web development workflows (e.g., Agile, Scrum).

Nice to Have:

  • Experience with other web design and development tools/platforms such as Wordpress and Shopify
  • Proficiency using modern frontend technologies like React, Astro, and Vue
  • Knowledge of performance optimization techniques and web analytics tools (e.g., Google Analytics).

VSA Partners is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive, equitable environment for all employees. All employment decisions are made based on qualifications, merit and business need.

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VSA PARTNERS, LLC
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Top Skills

CSS
HTML
JavaScript
The Company
HQ: Chicago, IL
188 Employees
Hybrid Workplace
Year Founded: 1982

What We Do

VSA is a hybrid brand strategy and design agency. We partner with business, strategic and creative leaders, combining our strategic consulting with design-driven experiences to solve business problems and realize the future of a brand. As a hybrid agency, we blend consumer insights and data with the craft of design to activate the most meaningful, motivating and measurable experiences.

For VSA employees as well as those we recruit, we’ve adopted a long-term hybrid model that allows people to define their way of working in the way they want. This means that VSAers can work from anywhere in the United States—home, office or any place in between. Working from anywhere gives VSAers the option to find time to work alone, join others for office-based collaboration, or meet up as needed for small-group moments and client meetings. We’re also hiring with geographic “neutrality”—pursuing the best talent wherever it may live. We think having a workplace option matters most these days: Employees benefit from human interaction and the need for a change in scenery from time to time. And also, VSA benefits from a diversity of experiences and perspectives that come from seeing and participating in the larger world. All of which is why we see our offices in Chicago, New York and San Francisco as a flexible, accessible network of workspace hubs for employees to use as needed for work and interaction with colleagues.

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