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Web Designer

At Rebellion Oxford we are looking for an enthusiastic and pro-active Web Designer, talented in front-end web design and interaction, to join our existing web development department. This role is predominantly weighted towards front-end design and programming, taking care of interfaces and usability, but will also requires some interaction/usage of PHP and the ability to help out with light back-end programming tasks, as required. Successful applicants without current PHP experience will be expected to learn a basic working knowledge of this on the job.

A unique chance to play a pivotal role in connecting one of the UK’s leading independent media companies directly with their growing worldwide audience of consumers, from websites to web-based software projects, game servers and ecommerce.

This role is full-time, based in-house at our Oxford headquarters. We can consider permanent or in-house contract employment but not freelance or agencies. You must be able to legally work in the UK.

Please include a link to your portfolio of web design examples, clearly stating your level of involvement in each case.

Requirements

For those applying for a Junior role, talented graduates who can demonstrate good knowledge and understanding of front-end web design and development will be considered, but 1 year of professional experience of front-end web design and development is desirable. Also, a working knowledge of PHP would be an advantage. For those applying for a more experienced role, we are looking for a minimum of 3 years professional experience.

A strong academic background is also preferred, with a degree in interaction/graphic design, computing, science, mathematics or similar or equivalent industry experience. (Games industry experience is not required as this is not a games-development role.)

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Creating high fidelity, responsive designs from UX deliverables, created by our UX Designer
• Experience of Customising Themes in WordPress
• Working with WordPress Plugins
• Design, implement, test and maintain websites, focusing on front-end design, interaction and usability
• Work to functional and project-specific aesthetic briefs, within technical limitations
• Design sample/mock-up page layouts
• Streamline and implement logical menu flow and function of interfaces
• Design graphics, web animations and manipulate digital images and photographs
• Design visual imagery and ensuring it's in line with company branding policy
• Support our PHP programmers in the implementation and maintenance of back-end systems
• General web administration such as uploading new content for different departments
• Ad-hoc support to our in-house customer service team, to assist them to resolve technical and transaction related customer queries
• Document processes and task tracking, with great attention to detail
• Research new tools, techniques and processes and how they can benefit Rebellion
• Collaborate productively with all web team members, as well as our marketing department and multi-disciplined game development staff, communicating ideas and issues clearly
• Be responsive to deadlines and work well under pressure, meeting multiple production objectives and high quality standards

SKILLS:

• Strong flair for creative front-end web design and interaction, with excellent attention to detail and awareness of usability issues
• Excellent knowledge of JavaScript (including jQuery and familiarity with JavaScript frameworks), HTML and CSS and good problem-solving skills
• Ability to grasp new concepts and tools quickly

• Excellent initiative, self-motivation, communication, organisational and problem solving skills
• Good communication and team-working skills as well as the ability to accept and follow direction

DESIRABLE SKILLS:

The successful candidate will be expected to learn these skills on the job, if not already know.

• Working knowledge of PHP and MySQL
• Knowledge and experience of OOP and MVC frameworks (ideally Laravel)

Benefits

• Holidays: 25 days paid annual leave plus all bank holidays (33 days total)
• Relocation: reasonable pre-agreed costs eg belongings, transport, non-refundable agency fees, etc
• Pension: contributory pension scheme where company matches 4%, salary sacrifice so saves on tax & NI
• Cycle Scheme: spread bike payments over 12 months, salary sacrifice so saves on tax & NI
• Eye Test Vouchers: free eye tests and additional discounts on glasses/contact lenses
• Introduction bonus: £2k for internal staff referrals that lead to hires
• Loans: Up to £1k interest free personal loans
• Free Stuff: fresh fruit, Rebellion Steam titles, GDC Vault access, digital 2000AD/Solaris/Abaddon/Ravenstone copies, game and film library
• Discounts: 50% off most 2000AD merchandise, discounted membership at The Athlete Centre gym 200 metres from Oxford studio
• Culture: friendly, creative and relaxed working atmosphere, with sensibly managed projects and recognition of the importance of work-life balance
• Social: annual company events (Summer BBQ & Christmas Party), various ad-hoc events and out-of-hours social groups such as photography, board games, football, baking, etc

• Oxford Location: local pub, M&S and Waitrose, 5 minute walk to train station and 15 minute walk to city centre
• Hours: flexible start and finish times (core hours 10am-4pm with 7.5 working hours overall plus 1 hour for lunch