Salary guide
Web Designer
- Average salary
- £22,000 – £45,000
- Working hours
- 37.5 hours/week
ITDesign
- The UK has over 250,000 web designers
Other names this job is known by
- Digital Designer
- Website Designer
Key responsibilities
- Design and build websites and web pages
- Create layouts, graphics, and navigation
- Collaborate with developers and clients
- Ensure usability and accessibility
- Optimise for performance and SEO
- Stay updated on web design trends
- Prepare design assets
- Build a portfolio
Skills and qualifications required
- Degree in web design, graphic design, or related field
- Portfolio of web projects
- Proficiency in HTML, CSS, and Adobe Creative Suite
- Experience with responsive and accessible design
- Understanding of UX/UI principles
Promotional job opportunities from this role
- Senior Designer
- Web Design Lead
- UI/UX Designer
- Consultant
How to get the job
- Study design, IT, or media
- Build a portfolio of web projects
- Gain experience in design or development roles
- Progress to senior or specialist positions
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