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Web Designer

Fort Myers, FL

Connect SWFL is currently searching for a full-time Web Designer to join their team in Fort Myers, FL!  This is a great opportunity for someone with a solid foundation to continue growing their skills while contributing to real client projects.

Connect SWFL is a web design and development agency committed to delivering custom-tailored solutions aligned with our clients’ unique visions and goals. Our dedicated team collaborates closely with clients, integrating cutting-edge technologies and innovative design concepts to create visually stunning and highly functional websites. We also specialize in Digital Marketing and Managed IT Services, ensuring comprehensive support for our clients’ digital needs.

This is an in-person, onsite position at our Fort Myers, FL office.

We cannot consider remote, hybrid, contract, or relocation candidates at this time. We are proud to be a locally rooted agency serving Southwest Florida businesses, and we're looking for a team member who is already part of this community.

What can we offer YOU?

• Pay: $50,000-$55,000/year dependent on experience
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid Time Off and Holidays
• Life Insurance
• Comfortable and collaborative on-site work environment

Qualifications:

• 2+ years of hands-on experience designing and developing custom WordPress websites, with a strong focus on tailored, client-specific builds
• Ability to design and develop fully custom websites, bringing unique concepts to life beyond standard layouts
• Proficiency with Divi 4 (Divi 5 a plus); familiarity with Elementor or other page builders is a plus
• Solid understanding of WordPress backend structure, hosting environments, and site management workflows
• Working knowledge of HTML, CSS, responsive layouts, and UI/UX design fundamentals
• Ability to extend and customize WordPress/Divi using CSS and structured development practices is required
• Experience using prototyping tools (Figma, Adobe XD, or similar) to create wireframes, mockups, or interactive design concepts
• Familiarity with SEO, design principles, and conversion-focused site structure
• Comfortable managing multiple projects and timelines, with a strong ability to prioritize work and independently manage your own schedule to consistently meet deadlines
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and communication skills, you'll collaborate closely with an in-office team and occasionally with clients
• Must be based in the Fort Myers / Southwest Florida area and able to work on-site daily
• Understands that our work directly impacts our clients’ businesses and approaches projects with professionalism, care, and respect for their goals

Responsibilities:

• Design, build, and maintain responsive WordPress websites, with a primary focus on Divi (Elementor experience is a plus)
• Create wireframes and interactive prototypes using tools such as Adobe XD, Figma or similar prototyping software to support design and UX workflows
• Translate approved designs into fully functional builds in WordPress, with an understanding of how design decisions impact development
• Play a key role in building reusable templates, design components, and workflow tools to improve efficiency and consistency across client projects
• Customize layouts and visual elements using HTML, CSS, and WordPress theme builder tools
• Implement on-page SEO best practices to enhance search visibility and site performance
• Collaborate with our on-site design, marketing, and development teams to ensure cohesive branding and messaging
• Perform regular site maintenance, updates, content edits, QA reviews, and troubleshooting
• Review site performance and user behavior to recommend UI/UX enhancements and best practices

Does this sound like the position for you? Apply with a current resume today!

Connect SWFL is a trusted, full-service provider of branding, web design, and managed IT services, dedicated to bridging the gap between businesses and their audiences since 2011.
Our mission is to help companies thrive by offering tailored solutions that seamlessly connect their brand identity with the technology that powers their operations. We focus on building long-lasting partnerships with our clients by understanding their unique needs and delivering personalized strategies that drive growth and success.