Preferred learners
- Anywhere
- Academic experience
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Project scope
- What is the main goal for this project?
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The objective of creating a local news website is to provide the community with a reliable and centralized source of up-to-date news, events, and information specific to their area. The objective of Spinning Forward's website is to foster our mission which aims to inform, engage, and uplift content creators of color aged 16 to 34 in the Toronto region.
- What tasks will learners need to complete to achieve the project goal?
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We are seeking a talented and motivated college or university student to join our team as a Web Designer with some front end software development skills. You will have the opportunity to gain valuable real-world experience while working on exciting website projects.
- Collaborate with the supervisor to design and create visually appealing and user-friendly front-end designs for our news website.
- Translate design concepts into responsive and interactive web pages using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
- Some proficiency in Webflow. We may use Webflow to build and maintain web content, ensuring consistency and quality across different devices and platforms.
- Set up automations and integrations services on the website.
- Conduct testing and to ensure optimal performance and functionality of design.
- Information Gathering: Strong research skills to gather up-to-date information on web design, development, and user experience.
- What is the main goal for this project?
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The objective of creating a local news website is to provide the community with a reliable and centralized source of up-to-date news, events, and information specific to their area. The objective of Spinning Forward's website is to foster our mission which aims to inform, engage, and uplift content creators of color aged 16 to 34 in the Toronto region.
- What tasks will learners need to complete to achieve the project goal?
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We are seeking a talented and motivated college or university student to join our team as a Web Designer with some front end software development skills. You will have the opportunity to gain valuable real-world experience while working on exciting website projects.
- Collaborate with the supervisor to design and create visually appealing and user-friendly front-end designs for our news website.
- Translate design concepts into responsive and interactive web pages using HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
- Some proficiency in Webflow. We may use Webflow to build and maintain web content, ensuring consistency and quality across different devices and platforms.
- Set up automations and integrations services on the website.
- Conduct testing and to ensure optimal performance and functionality of design.
- Information Gathering: Strong research skills to gather up-to-date information on web design, development, and user experience.
- How will you support learners in completing the project?
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Mentoring: The supervisor will provide guidance, coaching, and feedback to support the student in completing their assigned tasks and projects. The student will be mentored and their voice and input will be heard and supported. In a collaborative professional growth environment, the student will be offered career advice and tips that connect the dots and prepare them for the future workplace. The students will be offered references in recognition for their effort and positive attitude to complete a project.
Industry Exposure: Work placements expose individuals to the real-world workings of a particular industry. It allows them to observe and understand industry practices, trends, and dynamics. This exposure can help individuals make informed career decisions and gain a deeper understanding of their chosen field.
Software Tools: Access to various software online tools
Skill Development: Work placements provide an opportunity to develop and enhance various skills relevant to a specific field or industry. By working in a professional setting, individuals can learn and practice skills such as communication, problem-solving, teamwork, and time management.
- What skills or technologies will help learners to complete the project?
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- Current enrolment in a college or university program, preferably in a relevant field such as UI/UX Design, Computer Science, Web Design, or a related discipline with design skills and front-end dev skills.
- Proficiency in frontend technologies including HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
- UX/UI design with tools like Figma or related.
- Proficiency in setting up integrations and automations on the website
- Demonstrated experience with Webflow or similar visual web design tools.
- A keen eye for design aesthetics and the ability to create visually appealing and user-friendly interfaces.
- Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
PLEASE REMEMBER:
We highly value lived experiences and strongly encourage you to apply, even if you don’t believe you meet every one of the qualications described.
Studies have shown that women, trans, non-binary people, and BIPOC are less likely to apply for jobs unless they believe they meet every one of the qualications as described in a job description. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive organization, and we are most interested in nding the best candidate for the job. That candidate may be one who comes from a background less traditional to our field of work, and we welcome the new insight such a candidate would provide.
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About the company
- https://spinningforward.com/
- 2 - 10 employees
- Entertainment, Education, Media & production, Arts, Non-profit, philanthropic & civil society
Spinning Forward is an award winning trusted, local, independent digital media newsroom that aims to inform, engage, and uplift content creators of color from the Gen Z and Millennial generations in the Toronto region. Spinning Forward covers creator economy and delivers insightful coverage through its newsletter and social media focusing on how Gen Z and Millennial content creators of color overcome obstacles and thrive in the Toronto region.