Web designers have the creative task of designing, optimising and maintaining websites. Making information as accessible and appealing as possible is the chief goal of the web designer, who may specialise in a certain development area, such as e-commerce operations or website structure
The work is suitable for team players with good communication skills, as working in a development team and communicating ideas are important aspects of the job. Knowledge of HTML, CSS, PHP, JAVA and AJAX is usually essential for this type of work
A certificate or associate’s degree in graphic or web design£ is often all that is required by employers. However, those with a bachelor’s degree will find many more opportunities in this line of work. Senior web designers, whose duties include leading and supervising a team of designers, are often required to have at least five years experience. Salaries are highest in London, with a typical range of £21,600 – £29,500. Other well-paying areas of the UK are Bournemouth and Bristol.

• Knowledge of web development
• Ability to utilise SQL technologies
• Good graphics skills
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Strong problem solving skills
• Be flexible and proficient
• Familiarity with web development regulations
• Be able to meet deadlines
• Manage projects
• Good organisational skills
• Good people skills
• Be innovative and reliable

Web Developers must also have comprehensive knowledge of databases, servers, operating systems, animation, graphics, and networking. As qualifications are not as significant as expertise, professionals must ensure to have evidence of their skills whether they are hosted on internet sites or on a physical disk.
Web developers must have received training in any of the following web technologies.
•    HTML, XML, XHTML
•    Java, JavaScript, ActionScript
•    SQL and MySQL databases
•    ASP, PHP, CSS, SSL security technologies
They must also have expertise in:
•    Adobe Photoshop, Flash, Dreamweaver
•    Fireworks, Coldfusion
•    HotMetal Pro, Adobe GoLive
•    Axure RP, Visual Interdev