Whissel Strategies is seeking a highly driven and detail-oriented Digital Designer & Front-End Developer with strong experience in WordPress, Elementor, Shopify, GoHighLevel (GHL), Figma, Canva, and modern digital design principles.
This role is ideal for someone who can take ownership of projects from strategy and visual design through to full implementation and launch. You’ll play a key role in supporting day-to-day project execution, improving operational efficiency, and delivering high-performing websites, funnels, branding assets, and digital experiences for a wide range of clients.
We are looking for someone who is both technically capable and creatively strong, someone who can confidently manage projects, communicate clearly with clients, and execute at a high level in a fast-paced agency environment.
ResponsibilitiesWeb Design, Development & Creative Execution
- Design and develop websites using WordPress, Elementor, Shopify, and GoHighLevel
- Create modern, high-converting website layouts, landing pages, funnels, and user experiences
- Design digital assets including banners, graphics, mockups, presentations, social creatives, and branded materials
- Create wireframes, mockups, and UI concepts using Figma and Canva
- Handle projects from concept to launch, including strategy, design, implementation, revisions, QA, and deployment
- Optimize websites for speed, responsiveness, SEO, conversions, and user experience
- Troubleshoot technical issues and ensure consistent quality across all deliverables
- Maintain strong visual consistency across brands and marketing materials
Client Communication & Project Coordination
- Serve as a primary point of contact for active web and design projects
- Provide clients with weekly project updates through the project management system
- Lead client meetings and communicate both technical details and creative direction clearly
- Translate client goals into technical requirements, visual concepts, and actionable tasks
- Handle scope discussions and help maintain projects on time and on budget
- Collaborate with internal team members to ensure efficient execution across design, development, SEO, and marketing
Operational Support
- Help improve internal workflows, systems, and project coordination
- Manage smaller projects independently from start to finish
- Support the agency with creative problem solving and process improvements
Expected Outcomes
- 5+ successful website or funnel launches per month
- High-quality, visually polished, and high-performance deliverables across all projects
- Strong communication and professionalism with clients
- Organized project execution with minimal oversight required
- Increased operational efficiency and accountability within the team
- Consistent branding and creative quality across digital assets
Required Skills & Experience
Strong experience with:
- WordPress
- Elementor
- Shopify
- GoHighLevel (GHL)
- HTML/CSS
- Figma
- Canva
- UI/UX and modern web design principles
- Digital design and branding fundamentals
Additional requirements:
- Experience working in an agency environment
- Strong understanding of responsive web design and conversion-focused UX
- Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Excellent communication, organization, and time management skills
Software Experience (Required)
- WordPress / Elementor
- Shopify / Liquid
- GoHighLevel
- ClickUp
- Slack
- Figma
- Canva
Nice to Have
- WooCommerce
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Basic SEO knowledge
- Funnel-building experience
- Motion graphics or video editing experience
- Branding and logo design experience
Who You Are
- You take ownership and solve problems proactively
- You are organized, reliable, and detail-oriented
- You communicate clearly and professionally
- You thrive in a fast-paced agency environment
- You are growth-minded and continuously improving your skills
- You can balance design, development, strategy, and client communication effectively
- You care about both functionality and visual quality
Logistics
- In-person role based in Toronto
- Must be available during Canadian business hours
- Flexible, task-based structure with no fixed schedule
- Contract position starting at $25/hour
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree (preferred)
- 3+ years agency experience (required)
- English (preferred)
Pay: From $24.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
