WEBMASTER
WHAT IS A WEBMASTER?
• A person who manages the information content EX. (Words & Pictures)
• Organization of a website
• Manages the computer server and technical programming. (aspects of a
website)
• 10 hours/week
7 ELEMENTS
1. Maintains and inventory of advertisements and manages the ad server software
2. Debug issues that arise with the performance of the website
3. Interface for performance issues
4. Troubleshoot the site
5. Review statistic and monitor analytics
6. Maintain responsive design
7. Plan for future changes to the website
HOURS AND PAY
• 10 hours per week
• $15.00 per hour you work
SALARY
• $61,250 - $99,250 – 2012
• Annual pay now - $69,405 is 50% of the people
who are webmasters.
• In U.S expected to make less then $69,405.
Pros
Cons
 High Salary, $61,250 - $99,250
• Long periods of time, sitting & typing
 Job Growth 2020 - 22%
• Health Problems – strain to the back and
wrists and eyes.
 Doesn’t require a college degree
• High stress
• Constantly updating – technology changing
HIGH SCHOOL CREDITS
• programming languages,
• website design,
• graphics
• project management
• Start of with a basic web design course -> dept
EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
• College not necessary
• College Programs: (most programs available online)
- Creativity
-Attention to detail
-Good organizational skills
-Clear communicator
-Strong problem-solving skills
-Ability to think clearly under pressure
• Colleges/universities available:
- DeVry University
- Southern New Hampshire University
- Rocky Mountain College of Art & Design
- University of Phoenix
- Ashford University
- Full Sail University
- Baker College Online
- Medaille College
- Sanford-Brown
- Capella University
• 2 year college basic training
EMPLOYMENT IN ONTARIO
• Burlington, ON
Candidate must have proficient knowledge of the following:
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ASPX, HTML / CSS, PHP, MySQL, Javascript / jQuery, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Dreamweaver
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Efficient and effective ability to design and hand code websites in WordPress, Drupal, and .NET platforms
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Be able to run and manage hosting environments and servers
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Able to code responsive design websites
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Able to code mobile websites
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Google Analytics and Google AdWords Conversion code implementation required
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Automate rule development for report generation through Google Analytics and other reporting programs
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Effective Client communication – both written and oral skills. Be able to provide email, and phone support as well as customer training as
required
BIO
• http://www.mequoda.com/articles/multiplatform-publishing-strategy/6elements-of-the-best-webmaster-job-description/
• http://www.innisresidence.utoronto.ca/wp-content/uploads/2010/10/SocialMedia-Webmaster-Job-Description1.pdf
• http://diplomaguide.com/articles/Webmaster_Career_Summary.html
• http://education-portal.com/webmaster_courses.html