Web and Digital Interface Designers
Design digital user interfaces or websites. Develop and test layouts, interfaces, functionality, and navigation menus to ensure compatibility and usability across browsers or devices. May use web framework applications as well as client-side code and processes. May evaluate web design following web and accessibility standards, and may analyze web use metrics and optimize websites for marketability and search engine ranking. May design and test interfaces that facilitate the human-computer interaction and maximize the usability of digital devices, websites, and software with a focus on aesthetics and design. May create graphics used in websites and manage website content and links.
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Job Zone
Job Zone Four: Considerable Preparation Needed
Most of these occupations require a four-year bachelor's degree, but some do not.
A considerable amount of work-related skill, knowledge, or experience is needed for these occupations. For example, an accountant must complete four years of college and work for several years in accounting to be considered qualified.
Employees in these occupations usually need several years of work-related experience, on-the-job training, and/or vocational training.
Many of these occupations involve coordinating, supervising, managing, or training others. Examples include real estate brokers, sales managers, database administrators, graphic designers, conservation scientists, art directors, and cost estimators.
Technology Skills
Web platform development software
Data base user interface and query software
Development environment software
Object or component oriented development software
Operating system software
Data base management system software
Enterprise resource planning ERP software
Graphics or photo imaging software
Video creation and editing software
Enterprise application integration software
Application server software
Business intelligence and data analysis software
Program testing software
Web page creation and editing software
Configuration management software
Cloud-based data access and sharing software
Word processing software
Analytical or scientific software
Cloud-based management software
Project management software
Content workflow software
Object oriented data base management software
Document management software
Video conferencing software
Desktop publishing software
File versioning software
Customer relationship management CRM software
Transaction server software
Graphical user interface development software
Sales and marketing software
Data base reporting software
Presentation software
Process mapping and design software
Spreadsheet software
Metadata management software
Electronic mail software
Enterprise system management software
Expert system software
Computer based training software
Desktop communications software
Communications server software
Portal server software
Office suite software
Instant messaging software
Financial analysis software
Transaction security and virus protection software
Multi-media educational software
Data mining software
Requirements analysis and system architecture software
Storage networking software
Industrial control software
Tools and Equipment
Computer server
Notebook computer
High capacity removable media drives
Desktop computer
Personal computer
Detailed Work Activities
- Design websites or web applications.
- Develop specifications or procedures for website development or maintenance.
- Update website content.
- Collaborate with others to resolve information technology issues.
- Conduct research to gain information about products or processes.
- Create images or other visual displays.
- Develop models of information or communications systems.
- Document design or development procedures.
- Prepare graphics or other visual representations of information.
- Test software performance.
- Analyze operational data to evaluate operations, processes or products.
- Collaborate with others to determine design specifications or details.
- Collaborate with others to develop or implement marketing strategies.
- Develop detailed project plans.
- Develop diagrams or flow charts of system operation.
- Develop testing routines or procedures.
- Document network-related activities or tasks.
- Gather customer or product information to determine customer needs.
- Implement design or process improvements.
- Provide customer service to clients or users.
- Provide technical support for computer network issues.
- Resolve computer software problems.
- Supervise information technology personnel.
- Troubleshoot issues with computer applications or systems.
- Update knowledge about emerging industry or technology trends.
- Write computer programming code.
- Write reports or evaluations.
Work Styles
A tendency to be detail-oriented, organized, and thorough in completing work.
A tendency to be inventive, to be imaginative, and to adopt new perspectives on ways to accomplish work.
A tendency to be open to and comfortable with change, new experiences, or ideas at work.
A tendency to seek out and acquire new work-related knowledge and obtain a deep understanding of work-related subjects.
A tendency to be reliable, responsible, and consistent in meeting work-related obligations.
A tendency to be pleasant, helpful, and willing to assist others at work.
A tendency to establish and maintain personally challenging work-related goals, set high work-related standards, and exert high effort toward meeting those goals and standards.
A tendency to exhibit determination and resolve to perform or complete tasks in the face of difficult circumstances or obstacles at work.
A tendency to be comfortable with ambiguity and uncertainty at work.
A tendency to be proactive and take on extra responsibilities and tasks that may fall outside of one's required work role.
A tendency to believe in one's work-related capabilities and ability to control one's work-related outcomes.
A tendency to cope and function effectively in stressful situations at work.
A tendency to seek out, enjoy, and be energized by social interaction at work.
A tendency to be honest and ethical at work.
A tendency to show concern for others and be sensitive to others' needs and feelings at work.
A tendency to remain calm and composed and to manage emotions effectively in response to criticism or difficult situations at work.
A tendency to be careful, deliberate, and risk-avoidant when making work-related decisions or doing work.
A tendency to be genuine and sincere in interactions with others at work, without concern for personal gain or self-interest.
A tendency to lead, take charge, offer opinions, and provide direction at work.
A tendency to exhibit a positive attitude and positive emotions at work, even under difficult circumstances.
A tendency to be modest and humble when interacting with others at work.
Reference
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