Freelance WordPress Developer
About Us:
Lollie’s Handmade is a dynamic creative agency dedicated to transforming brands through innovative design and impactful branding strategies. As a full-service agency, we offer a wide range of services, including branding, graphic design, marketing, and website development. Our mission is to help businesses in South Africa and beyond captivate their audiences with visually stunning designs and compelling brand messages.
About the Role:
We are seeking an experienced freelance WordPress developer to work with us on a project-by-project basis. If you have a deep understanding of WordPress, themes, and online platforms, and you’re passionate about delivering functional and visually appealing websites, we’d love to hear from you!
Key Responsibilities:
- Develop, customize, and maintain WordPress websites using themes like Elementor, Divi, and others.
- Create templates and layouts aligned with brand identities, including enabling global fonts and styles.
- Implement SEO best practices across websites.
- Integrate websites with Google Search Console, Google Analytics, and other essential tools.
- Ensure websites are optimized for performance, security, and responsiveness.
- Troubleshoot and resolve website issues efficiently.
Requirements:
- At least 5 years of experience as a WordPress developer.
- Extensive knowledge of WordPress, including themes, plugins, and customizations.
- Familiarity with a 360-degree approach to online platforms, including website optimization, SEO, and analytics integration.
- Ability to translate brand identities into functional and visually cohesive website designs.
- Basic understanding of SEO principles and best practices.
- Certifications in related fields (e.g., SEO or web development) are highly advantageous.
- Own a laptop with the necessary specifications for development work.
- Submission of links to previous WordPress projects is mandatory to demonstrate expertise.
- Based in Gauteng, South Africa, and willing to attend in-person client meetings when needed.
What We’re Looking For:
- A developer with excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Someone who can work independently but is open to collaboration.
- A professional who stays updated with the latest trends and practices in WordPress and web development.
How to Apply:
If you meet the above requirements, please send your CV and a portfolio (including links to websites you’ve built) to jobs@lollies.co.za.
Important Notes:
- If you have not heard from us within two weeks of applying, please consider your application unsuccessful.
- However, we will retain your contact details for potential future opportunities.
Let’s create something extraordinary together!