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Web Designers and Developers (NOC 2175)DescriptionWeb designers and developers research, design, develop and produce internet and intranet sites. They are employed in computer software development firms, information technology consulting firms and in information technology units throughout the private and public sectors, or they may be self-employed. Example Titles
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DutiesWeb designers and developers perform some or all of the following duties:
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Terms & ConditionsWeb designers and developers work indoors, in a computerized office environment or at home. Working hours will vary depending upon the work setting. For those who are self employed or contract employees, hours may be long for the duration of the project or contract. Approximately 30% are self employed. Earnings$25,400 per annum - starting $42,000 per annum - average $66,300 per annum - high Earnings are reviewed annually or more frequently if new information becomes available. Education / TrainingMost colleges and universities in the province offer degree, diploma or certificate programs in this area. The following post-secondary institutions offer programs specifically related to web site design and development:
Career PathsPersons from a wide variety of occupations may become interested in and develop skills in web designing. With experience and/or further training, web designers may move into computer programming, systems analysis, network support, or interactive media development. Experienced web designers may start their own businesses. OutlookEmployment prospects for web designers and developers are expected to be good in the period 2010 to 2014. Employment in Manitoba in 2010 is estimated at 460. Today, most companies recognize the visibility and profitability of a web presence and are hiring professionals to create and maintain web sites. Smaller firms may add these duties to those of exisitng employees. The work of web site designers and developers is likely to become more specialized as web sites become more complex and professional. Encryption technology has made it possible for transactional services such as buying and selling of goods, banking, travel bookings, and government services to be available on line in a secure environment. Concerns with accessibility for the visually impaired and others with physical disabilities have led to the development of technical standards for coding. Design, functionality, and content are increasingly becoming separate specialties. As web sites move from serving a purely informative function to one of service delivery, the skills required in this area become more technically demanding. Prospects are especially bright for those who can keep current with the technology and understand how to best adapt it for business purposes. A proportionally larger number of jobs are located in Winnipeg. Web designers and developers are employed chiefly in the Professional, Scientific and Technical Services industry (43%), followed by Public Administration (13%), Educational Services (11%), Information and Cultural Industries (10%) and Finance and Insurance (8%). Employment by Age Group
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Please Note - The source for above charts is the 2006 Census. Professional Associations, Unions, and Regulatory Bodies...
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