primary TASK: web design & build on squarespace
Location: Remote, based in the u.s.
Position: Full-time
compensation: $65,000 / year + annual bonus
Are you passionate about creating web experiences that celebrate science and promote a better future? Would you like to lead web design initiatives for some of the world’s greatest researchers? If so, then join us at Impact Media Lab, an impact-driven creative agency for scientists and science organizations.
Who We Are
Since 2016, Impact Media Lab has been pioneering new approaches to visual storytelling and communication about science. We combine strategy, story, and design to build powerful multimedia campaigns that share science with diverse and global audiences. Our projects include brand design, illustration, website design, animation, documentary film production, museum exhibits, and more.
We live at the intersection of art and science, to help researchers share their work in more compelling and accessible ways.
Here at Impact Media Lab, we value strong work ethic, kindness, creativity, and a commitment to great storytelling. We are dedicated to providing our team a community of support, a competitive base salary, and opportunities for growth.
Why Work with Us?
Help Grow Science Literacy: Your designs will help shape the way people engage with science and innovation around the world. Use your creative powers for good!
Creative Freedom: We value bold ideas and foster an environment where creativity thrives. Here you will find countless opportunities to grow, learn, and push yourself creatively.
Collaborative Culture: Work alongside a multidisciplinary team of strategists, designers, and science communicators who are as passionate about making a difference as you are.
Growth Opportunities: As part of a growing organization, your work and ideas make a huge impact on the trajectory of the company. You can be a part of creating bigger, bolder projects year-after-year.
What You’ll Do
As a Website Designer at Impact Media Lab, you will:
Design and build compelling Squarespace websites for the world’s leading scientific researchers and institutions
Translate scientific narratives into powerful web-based experiences for global audiences
Help craft visual identities for science labs and research institutions that reinforce core messages and help them stand out
Collaborate with our team and clients to understand complex scientific ideas and translate them into compelling web experiences
Stay ahead of design trends, bringing innovative techniques to every project
Contribute to refining and evolving Impact Media Lab’s website and online presence
Provide ideas, feedback, and creative support to other members of the Impact Media Lab team
What We’re Looking For
Design Expertise: Strong portfolio showcasing brand and website design
Artistic Vision: Ability to transform abstract ideas into striking visuals
Communication Skills: Strong collaboration and presentation abilities, with a knack for translating client needs into creative solutions
Adaptability: Comfortable working on a range of styles and formats
Tools of the Trade: Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, etc.). Bonus points for advanced coding or animation skills!
Passion for Science: In order to thive here, you must love science! From neurobiology to space exploration to climate change and clean energy engineering, our projects span a wide range of scientific disciplines. We need someone who believes in the power of translating science into compelling stories for web audiences
Perks of the job
Flexible work environment (remote or in-office options available)
Opportunities to engage with fascinating science and new discoveries
A chance to work on projects that genuinely make an impact on the world
Support for on-going education and professional development
Collaborative, supportive team
Competitive base salary + profit-sharing model for annual bonuses
Paid vacation, holidays, and sick days