Web Developer – Washington, DC
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Position Overview & Responsibilities:
VOX Global is seeking a web developer for its growing public affairs team in Washington, DC. The successful candidate will build websites based on designed requirements while implementing best practices for usability and interactivity. He/she will develop websites on content management solutions, working with designers and content experts from project initiation through successful launch. Ideal candidates should have experience producing websites from strategy and concept through to launch and ongoing improvement. This individual works adeptly in a team environment and can effectively communicate with developers, designers and non-technical personnel.
The web developer will be part of a dynamic team of interactive communications specialists and technologists. This team includes strategists, designers, programmers, social media experts, and online advertising leaders. Additional responsibilities of the position will include:
- Provide digital counsel for colleagues and public affairs clients that range from Fortune 10 businesses to some of the nation’s leading non-profits.
- Manage client expectations and team communication flow relating to project requirements, development and delivery.
- Resolve challenges that arise during the process and develop action plans to address potential project roadblocks.
- Serve as liaison to internal business partners, clients, and third-party vendors to ensure successful project delivery.
Qualifications:
- Minimum of 1-4 years of professional web development experience.
- Bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field.
- Strong knowledge of web technologies such as PHP and MySQL.
- Advanced knowledge of front-end web development and underlying technologies including HTML, CSS, Ajax and JavaScript.
- Broad CMS integration experience, in particular with WordPress and/or Drupal.
- Development experience with APIs.
- Experience working within Linux/Apache/MySQL/PHP environments.
- Ability to juggle multiple priorities and work on multiple projects simultaneously.
- Familiarity with database management, structure and strategy.
- Digital experience at a public affairs agency, political campaign, public relations firm, advertising agency, interactive/web agency, or consultancy is a plus.
- Interest in and current awareness of American political processes, structures and events is a plus.
- Strong written and verbal communication skills.
- Exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail, especially testing and quality assurance.
- Ability to be flexible and precise under aggressive deadlines.
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VOX Global is a public affairs and strategic communications firm. With decades of experience navigating the intersection of business, politics, media and advocacy, our professional team works in concert with our clients to develop influential communications programs impacting public policy and the global marketplace. We help our clients shape the future.
VOX Global is part the Omnicom strategic communications network and we are committed to personal growth through professional development. VOX Global is an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer. M/F/D/V.
