Part-time WordPress Developer
We’re looking to add a MN based Part-Time WordPress Developer to our team. Vivid Image is a rapidly growing marketing agency based in Hutchinson, MN, comprised of cross-functional teams across our organization working with clients throughout Minnesota and worldwide. Ideal candidates will possess a wide range of web development capabilities and a solid WordPress site development and PHP programming background—our developers closely with a team of designers, online marketers, copywriters, and account directors.
Consistent with the vision and values of Vivid Image, developers take websites through the build process, integrate third-party platforms, software, plug-ins, and make online processes as seamless as possible. Problem-solving, documentation, attention to detail, organization, and communication skills are required for this position. Everyone at Vivid Image must work independently and collaboratively to meet client needs and meaningfully contribute to the team.
Key Responsibilities:
- WordPress, plug-in, server, and website updates
- Research programming, functionality, trends, and tools
- Apply knowledge of web development principles and usability standards
- Website development
- E-commerce builds
- Technical, email, and server support
- Domain and DNS management
- Problem-solving and troubleshooting
- Attend scheduled intake, strategy, and brainstorming sessions with clients
- Communicate project updates on time
- Attend and participate in client meetings, as well as internal meetings
- Assist with project scope, time estimates, & quotes
- Perform other duties as assigned
Core Competencies:
- WordPress Site Development using the core Gutenberg Editor.
- Theme and/or Plugin Development Experience is a plus.
- Strong PHP programming skills
- Working with 3rd Party APIs or services is a plus
- Experience with JavaScript/jQuery
- Solid understanding of MySQL databases and queries
- Experience & solid understanding of domains, domain transfers, and DNS records
- Experience troubleshooting email delivery issues.
Additional Skills:
- Adobe tools
- CSS3
- HTML 5
- Microsoft Office
- Google Workspaces
