Part Time Web Designer

Avencia develops innovative, web-based software that uses mapping technologies and geography to solve complex, interesting, and novel problems. We serve a broad range of clients including governments, non-profit organizations, universities, and businesses.  We have particular expertise in natural resource planning, economic development, crime analysis, elections/politics, and cultural resources, but are engaged in a wide range of other interesting projects. We are looking for someone who will work closely in support of our Graphic and Web Designer and who would like to gain experience with a small, young and innovative company. Our projects and products involve web technologies, maps, geography, and spatial analysis. If that speaks to you, then we are the right place for you.You will work with two types of teams.  First you will work closely with Avencia’s software development teams to design, skin and create user interfaces for our web-based software applications.  Second, you will collaborate with the marketing staff to design marketing collateral, e-cards, landing pages, etc. for marketing campaigns.

Job Description: Part-time position (20 hrs/week)Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Design and construct web pages, web sites, and navigation elements, generally incorporating dynamic content and interface controls
• Update Avencia’s product web sites (created and maintained with a combination of WordPress and DotNetNuke)
• Assist with redesign of existing web sites and web-based applications

Skills:

• Excellent knowledge of standards-based, cross-browser XHTML / CSS
• Excellent knowledge of graphic design software: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, (Flash desirable, but not a must)
• Knowledge of Javascript, JQuery, DoJo, ExtJS or other Javascript libraries (desirable but not required)
• Knowledge of the DotNetNuke framework(desirable but not required)
• Attention to detail
• Work autonomously as well as with a group
• 1-3 years of applicable experience

We work in a loft space designed for collaboration, and are located near Reading Terminal Market, Chinatown, public transit and other amenities.  We welcome candidates from all walks of life and value diversity in our company and do not discriminate based on race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, domestic partner status, or medical condition.While this is a part time position – which does not include full benefits package – the following benefits are offered to part time staff: Hourly wages; Public Transit reimbursement or Bike Use reimbursement plan; SIMPLE IRA retirement plan; flexible time. To apply, please download and fill out our applicant questionnaire at http://www.avencia.com/Portals/0/Careers/WebDesigner-ApplicantPacket.zip - and send your answers, your cover letter, resume, and portfolio of your work to info@avencia.com. Applicants must provide a portfolio in order to be considered.