Web Designer (40 hrs per week)

Meraki Branding is the largest female-led Squarespace website design agency in Europe. While we are Squarespace experts, our offerings extend well beyond website design. At Meraki Branding, we take the time to get to know our clients and truly understand their business and goals. We work together to help them tell their story, both through visual design and written word. Over the years, we have had the pleasure of working with amazing entrepreneurs across various industries and all around the world, all eager to share their passions, allowing us to bring their vision to life.

We’ve been able to build and grow a successful creative agency by following our meraki, and we welcome you to join our team in pursuit of your own!

Job Description | The Role

We are seeking a creative and talented Web Designer to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for creating visually appealing and user-friendly Squarespace websites. The Web Designer will work closely with our clients to understand project requirements, implement design solutions, and ensure a seamless user experience.

Responsibilities

Create visually stunning and intuitive website designs that align with client brand guidelines and project objectives.
Collaborate with team members to gather and understand project requirements.
Design graphics, icons, logos, and other visual elements for websites.
Communicate with clients and understand their needs and requirements.
Establish design guidelines, standards, and best practices that can be used team-wide.
Work with various project management tools to ensure projects run smoothly.
Incorporate functionalities and features into websites.
Prepare design plans and present website structures.

Qualifications

Exceptional writing and communication skills in English (native-level fluency required).
2–3 years of web design experience.
Strong proficiency in Squarespace (preferred).
Impeccable skills in Adobe Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, XD) and Canva.
Experience in client-facing roles with native English speakers.
Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Web Design, or related field (preferred).
Portfolio showcasing a strong understanding of design principles and successful (web) design projects.
Familiarity with HTML, CSS, and a basic understanding of web development principles is preferred but not required.

Other

Effective communication and collaboration skills for seamless cross-functional teamwork.
Strong problem-solving ability with a knack for presenting creative solutions.
Meticulous attention to detail in both design and implementation.
Adaptability to evolving project requirements and tight timelines, with a multitasking mentality to handle various responsibilities effectively.
Enjoys working collaboratively while also feeling comfortable working autonomously.
Demonstrates a high level of emotional intelligence in managing interpersonal dynamics.
Recognized as a valuable team player, contributing to a positive work culture.
Ideally based in Athens, but not required.

What We Offer

Competitive compensation tailored to individual experience levels.
Ongoing professional and personal development.
Annual team outings to foster team spirit.
A highly creative and supportive environment that encourages your ideas.
Remote-working opportunity.

We invite you to apply by submitting your resume and portfolio!

All applications will be considered confidential. After reviewing your CV and portfolio, we will contact you if you meet the job requirements to proceed to the next stage of the recruitment process, which includes submitting a short video of yourself.