Etna Interactive is hiring: Senior Web Designer (Remote) in San Luis Obispo

Why should you choose Etna?

• We live our values
  1. Flexible and remote work culture that supports work / life balance
  2. Progressive paid time off system where taking vacations and time off is encouraged
• Our people
  1. Everyone’s favorite part of working here is the people they work with
  2. We are scrappy, curious problem-solvers
  3. We are considerate, fair, good humans
  4. We are fun and pun-loving, passionate about what we do
  5. We are tenacious, committed, life-long learners
• We care for our people
  1. We invest time – 10% of our time is spent in learning
  2. We invest resources – leaders devote 25% of their time to team member personal development
  3. And we provide uncommonly good benefits
     • 100% employer-sponsored medical coverage
     • A 401(K) plan with an employer matching component
     • Employer-sponsored long-term disability insurance

Why should Etna choose you?

Because our small agency has made a big name for itself in the medical marketing space, our clients expect and truly deserve the attention of an experienced professional with:

• Proven Expertise: BA/BS degree in Art, Graphic Design, or related field. In lieu of degree, 4+ years’ experience in an agency environment; or equivalent. Previous background should include demonstrated ability to deal with customers/clients, responsive web design and current design standards: expert use of Adobe XD, Photoshop, Illustrator, web fonts (Adobe and Google fonts), browser inspector tools, and demonstrable understanding of HTML, CSS, UX, and SEO.
• Leadership: Right-hand person to the Creative Services Manager in the design world. Possess a level head, real world experience and the ability to combine these two sides of you to create ideas that make you and your team proud, and our client successful. You react and adapt quickly and professionally when change is needed, and you’ve been doing this long enough to know not to take it personally.
• Mentorship: Collaboration and mentorship within your team and across departments in our full-service agency is critical. The ability to elevate designs within your team and to also translate and work with others with a wide range of understanding.
• Superb Communication Skills: Communicates internally creating a professional, positive, and collaborative environment. Takes initiative of own ideas in meetings and helps spark creative ideas within the group. Confidently presents creative work to clients and takes constructive criticism well staying curious to understand the problem and keep solution minded. Has professional and polished verbal and written communication skills for both internally as well as externally facing messages.
• A Keen Eye for Detail: Operates in a highly detailed and organized manner in one’s own work with the ability to work independently under tight deadlines.
• A Natural Ability to Cultivate Creativity: Leads creative brainstorming and conversation with confidence, collaboration, and enhanced creativity. Demonstrates ability to develop as well as evaluate several options and implement solutions.
• Exceptional Problem-Solving Skills: Excellence in collaborating with peers to solve problems that may arise, both from a creative and technical standpoint. You know how to solve a multitude of problems, and when you don’t know, you’re eager to roll up your sleeves and figure it out.

We will ask the most compelling candidates to complete an at-home design skills test; exceptional performance on the test will earn you an interview.

We have a special interest in finding candidates with excellent organization and communication skills. While a strong skill set and innate intelligence will get you in the door, a kind personality, and the ability to fit in with our team here at Etna are necessary traits of a successful applicant.

Salary:

The estimated salary range for this role is $75,000 - $90,000 annually. However, it is important to note that compensation may vary depending on several factors, primarily including the candidate's level of experience and qualifications. At Etna Interactive, we strive to offer competitive compensation packages that align with industry standards and reflect the value of the skills and expertise that candidates bring to the table. The final compensation offered will be determined based on a comprehensive assessment of factors including (but not limited to) relevant work experience, educational background, demonstrated skills and abilities, and the specific requirements of the position.

Application Instructions:

To APPLY:

• Familiarize yourself with our company, our clients, and the work we do.
• Upload at https://www.etnainteractive.com/about/careers/

1. Your résumé
2. A cover letter (PDF preferred)
3. A portfolio of your design work

Applicants and future applicants, we want to emphasize that we will never send unsolicited emails to any applicants or future applicants. If you receive any email claiming to be from us but did not apply directly through our official channels, please disregard it, as it may be a phishing attempt.

Etna Interactive provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, Etna Interactive complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.