Kansas City Career Opportunities

If you are interested in any potential job opportunities, please email your resume, cover letter and salary requirements to jeffh@thinkbigshot.com.

Senior Web Designer/Developer

We are looking for a well organized, fast thinking Senior Web Developer/Designer  with superior design skills and a killer portfolio to lead our web design team. Ideal candidates will focus on ideas and design and lean on a great tech team for implementation.

Qualifications

BFA or BA in Graphic Design
2+ years experience in Art Director position at established agency (not a deal breaker)
5+ years experience in web development at established agency
Proficiency in Adobe suite of programs
Proficiency in HTML, CSS, and Action Script
Java, Ajax and PHP experience helpful but not mandatory
Ability to learn new technologies and development software as necessary

Primary Objectives

Oversee all creative web work developed by BIGSHOT™ from concept to completion with a strong emphasis on exceptional look and fee
Coordinate with clients, account services, programming and creative team to ensure all projects effectively communicate the project objective and message with attention to the highest possible aesthetic approach
Plan and stratigize from a time, budget and creative standpoint to ensure all projects are completed within the constraints of project deadlines and scope of work
Increase exposure and identify new business opportunities for BIGSHOT through involvement in the advertising and design communities
Stay abreast of current and future trends and technologies in the design and online-sectors

Key Responsibilities

Lead brainstorming sessions with creative team to develop effective creative projects based on client's needs
Implement the creative process and create the necessary documentation as outlined in the handbook for all projects
Oversee the development of creative briefs when appropriate by gathering pertinent information and data through research
Work consistent hours and operate within the parameters of the creative department schedule
Exercise willingness to delegate tasks and responsibilities among others within the creative team and support the development of their individual skill sets
Attend scheduled strategy meetings with clients and staff
Pitch finalized ideas and concepts to client and staff within the constraints of budget and time
Assist Sales and Account Services in providing cost estimates for potential projects and revisions by estimating time commitment to complete work
Attend relevant strategy sessions on new business development
Thorough knowledge of print capabilities and standards a real plus when combined with big time web experience.

Please send your salary requirements and resume to jeffh@thinkbigshot.com or visit our CONTACT PAGE. No Calls Please.