Jobholders in this unit group design, develop and maintain websites to meet a client’s specified requirements.
Liaises with internal/external client in order to define the requirements for the website
Presents design options to the client
Designs web pages including graphics, animation and functionality to maximise visual effectiveness and facilitate appropriate access
Develops the website and applications
Designs and develops web interfaces for relational database systems
Establishes methods to ensure appropriate website security and recovery
Writes and publishes content for the website
Tests website interaction and performance prior to going ‘live’, and monitors and maintains functionality of the website
Activates the ‘live’ website.
Entrants usually possess a degree or equivalent qualification, although entry with other academic qualifications and/or significant relevant experience is possible. There is a variety of relevant vocational, professional and postgraduate qualifications available.