Web Designer
ウェブデザイナー
Industry & Occupation
Classification
- Major : Professional Occupations in Legal, Business, Cultural and Artistic Fields
- Middle : Designers
- Minor : Web Designers
Summary
A creative role responsible for designing websites and web applications to enhance users' visual experiences.
Description
Web Designers handle everything from information architecture to visual design for websites, creating designs that consider user experience (UX). They produce wireframes and mockups, and may outsource HTML/CSS coding instructions or implementation. Using design tools like Photoshop and Illustrator, they create images and logos, while focusing on responsive design, SEO, and accessibility. In recent years, the use of UI design tools like Figma and prototyping tools has increased, making communication skills essential for collaborating with clients, development teams, and marketing departments to realize brand concepts.
Future Outlook
With advancing digitalization, demand for web content is increasing. Demand is rising for professionals skilled in UX/UI design, mobile optimization, and accessibility.
Personality Traits
Attention to detail / Curious and inquisitive / Excellent aesthetic sense / Excellent communication skills / Sensitive to trends
Work Style
Contract Production / Flex / Freelance / Full Remote / In-house Design Department
Career Path
Junior Web Designer → Web Designer → Senior Web Designer → UI/UX Designer → Art Director → Creative Director
Required Skills
Graphic Software Operation / HTML/CSS Coding / Responsive Design / UI/UX Design / Wireframe · Prototyping
Recommended Skills
Accessibility / JavaScript / SEO Knowledge / UI Design Tools / UX Research
Aptitudes (Strengths Preferred)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Attention to Detail & Accuracy | Because pixel-level adjustments and detail accuracy directly affect quality. |
| Creativity & Ideation | To create original designs that differentiate from others. |
Aptitudes (Weaknesses Acceptable)
| Item | Description |
|---|---|
| Numerical & Quantitative Analysis | Because advanced numerical analysis is rarely required. |
| Physical Stamina & Endurance | Mainly desk work, so physical demands are low. |
Related Qualifications
- Adobe Certified Expert (ACE)
- Color Proficiency Test
- Web Design Proficiency Test
Aliases
- Web Design Staff
- Web Designer
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