Web Designers
Job Role
Web Designers create, design, develop and maintain Web sites using authoring and scripting languages, create content and digital media, and employ standards and technologies for both business-to-business and business-to-consumer e-commerce Web sites.
They should have:
• a good understanding of computer
languages, typography, formatting
and
rich media.
• excellent interpersonal skills to
communicate their ideas effectively
to management and team members.
Recommended Education
• Associate's Degree; practical experience
• Bachelor's Degree in computer science or information systems
• Specific computer-related elearning
• Technical certifications
Ref: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Occupational Outlook Handbook
2004 -05 Edition
What to Expect
The increased demands for user-friendly business Web sites have created a need for skilled Web Designers.
Master CIW Designer certification
can lead to a successful career as a Web Designer, creative director, Web marketing / business specialist or art director.
Web Designers have careers in various industries such as government, wholesale and retail, manufacturing, data processing, finance, insurance and other information industries.
Employment Opportunities
• Webmaster
• Internet Developer
• Web Developer
• Web Designer
• Web Programmer
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