Web Administrator

Type: Independent Contractor

Time Commitment: Average of 5-10 hours per week. Hours increase to 15-20 hours per week for 2-3 weeks in both February and July.

Location: Remote (must be willing and able to work regular hours within +/- 2 hours of Pacific Time Zone for twice monthly check-in meetings.)

Budgeted Rate: $1,000 to $2,000 per month depending on experience

Role Overview

WIA is the only organization dedicated to advancing gender equity in animation (including visual effects and gaming). We envision a world where anyone of an underrepresented gender identity can share equally in the creation, production, and rewards of animation, and we provide resources and connections to make it happen. Our approach is forward-thinking, inclusive, and intersectional.

We are seeking a Web Administrator to manage and enhance our highly customized WordPress site, which serves a community of 15,000+ users. The ideal candidate will have experience in both front-end and back-end development, content updates, user and account management, custom program management, and database management. This role requires in-depth knowledge of web programming and application development, web and data security, and the ability to assess, diagnose, and repair issues as they arise.

A successful candidate will be self-motivated, highly organized, collaborative, and a strong time manager with good judgment, excellent communication skills, and attention to detail.

We strongly encourage applicants from BIPOC and LBTQIA+ communities to apply.

Responsibilities

Maintenance

• Troubleshoot and resolve website issues.
• Perform content updates and changes.
• Implement and verify the success of website upgrades and patches.

Security

• Monitor systems for security breaches and implement necessary security protocols.
• Review and verify the authenticity of upgrades and patches to prevent breaches.

Backups and Recovery

• Develop and document backup and recovery plans.
• Regularly perform backup and recovery procedures for applications and data.

Reporting and Data Management

• Provide reporting data from multiple sources.
• Write database queries as needed.

Design and Development

• Manage the design, deployment, and development of web environments.
• Ensure seamless integration of WooCommerce and custom web applications.

Web and Graphic Design

• Create, optimize, and implement digital assets.
• Perform basic to intermediate front-end web design and graphic design tasks.

Documentation

• Develop and maintain thorough documentation for backup and recovery plans, as well as for other key processes.

Skills and Qualifications

• Advanced knowledge of WordPress development
• In-depth knowledge of the following:
• WooCommerce (Orders, Products, Memberships, Subscriptions)
• Plugin management
• Elementor
• Malcare
• GoDaddy VPS Hosting
• Server Administration and Maintenance (WHM)
• DNS Management
• Cloudflare
• Troubleshooting Diagnostics
• SEO
• Google Analytics, Search Console, G-Suite
• Responsive Web Design
• Working knowledge of the following:
• PHP
• JavaScript
• MySQL
• HTML
• Photoshop
• Strong diagnostic skills to quickly identify and resolve technical issuesI
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail
• Strong work ethic
• Proficiency with Google Suite
• Working knowledge of AirTable is a plus
• Understanding of typography and color theory is a plus
• Commitment to WIA?s mission and vision is required

Application Process

If you believe you?d be a good fit for this role, please apply online at https://airtable.com/appynQgrfJqLfBYz6/pagrECoNn1irnTOWD/form

Interviews will occur on a rolling basis and priority will be given to those who apply before August 25th.

You must be available to start work immediately and be available for training and onboarding in the month of September. We look forward to hearing from you.