Technically, the interface of our digital products is created through web design. Therefore, some would argue that all a web designer needs to do their work is use the design tools and information they have learned in school. However, things are not that easy. Find out what abilities you need to be a competent web designer as you continue reading.
There are technical skills, critical thinking skills and analytical skills
These are the four biggest skills needed as a web designer and I am going to break each down for you so you understand each of them and their importance!
First with the technical skills:
There are the concepts of layout design, color scheming and basic codes every web designer should have learnt to be the best in this field. The concept of color and understanding how it can be used is so important. Color is without a doubt one of the most crucial elements in all types of design work. Some consider working with colors the most exciting aspect of the whole process, some are afraid of it because a certain color scheme might make or ruin a website.
While colors can influence our emotions and convey messages, a layout is more concerned with creating an enjoyable experience. The text is easier to understand and more accessible with a good layout. That’s what keeps users on the website longer and boosts engagement. In addition to being proficient in professional abilities, mastering the necessary web development language will have a longer-term value for you. These are : HTML CSS JavaScript Web Server Management
With the critical thinking skills:
Everyone is aware that horrible things frequently occur. When you work as a web designer and your clients have little to no understanding of design theory, things like unfair criticism, terrible practices, etc. will come up during the course of your day. Critical thinking can save us in this situation. You will need to harness the skill of thinking through problems and situations as they arise in this line of work- Because trust me, they will arise!
With the analytical skills:
When it comes to design, analyzing or defining clients’ needs and challenges is thought to be the most fundamental skill in web design. As the issues have been identified, we may draw from them to enhance the UX and provide further ideas for our work. What you should never do is skip this essential process and dig right into your software development tools to begin the work. You will surely pay for this misstep along the way
I hope this article was helpful and if you have any more questions about how to get started on any of your website and mobile applications needs in Accra reach out to Teamalfy!
Teamalfy is an award winning web design agency based in Accra and London. We build websites, mobile apps, desktop software and SaaS Applications. Teamalfy is noted for delivering cutting edge designs for our clients. Teamalfy’s services include UI/UX prototyping, user flows, project management, search engine optimization, Tech support and web design.