What Is a Freelance HTML CSS Developer and How to Become One

By ZipRecruiter Marketplace Research Team

As a freelance HTML/CSS developer, you provide front end programming and support for your client. In this role, you may help design a website, develop custom code for the project, and provide independent advice and support as required by your contract. HTML/CSS developers often address issues like cross-browser compatibility, tweak sites to improve loading times and search engine optimization results and collaborate with design teams to ensure all completed web pages are completed on time and on brand. Like most web developers, freelance HTML/CSS developers do not focus exclusively on one or two programming languages, regardless of job title—clients may also ask you to use software like Adobe Creative Suite, jQuery, Angular, and other programming languages as necessary to meet the website's needs.

The primary qualifications for becoming a freelance HTML/CSS developer are a bachelor's degree in a related field and multiple years of experience with web design and coding. Many developers start with small tasks posted by online job boards to gain experience before applying for a part-time or full-time job as a freelance developer. This is usually a remote job that allows you to work from home while programming a website, but companies occasionally have freelance developers come into their office to collaborate with the rest of their team. Fulfilling the duties and responsibilities of a freelance HTML/CSS developer requires programming skills, interpersonal skills, and the ability to research new coding techniques as needed.