Word Press Designer

WordPress Block Developer/Designer (Gutenberg + WCAG 2.1)Overview

We're hiring a WordPress Developer/Designer who builds block-based (Gutenberg) websites only
—no Elementor, Divi, WPBakery, or other heavy page builders. You'll create custom block themes, design clean layouts, and deliver 
WCAG 2.1-compliant
 sites with strong attention to UI details and basic graphic design.

Responsibilities

• Build WordPress sites using 
  Gutenberg + block themes
   (Full Site Editing where appropriate).
• Create and maintain 
  custom block themes
   (templates, template parts, , global styles).
• Develop reusable components using:
• Core blocks, block patterns, and style variations
• Custom blocks when needed (native blocks and/or ACF Blocks)
• Design page layouts, typography systems, spacing rules, and component libraries that editors can use confidently.
• Ensure sites meet 
  WCAG 2.1 accessibility requirements
   (keyboard, focus, contrast, semantic structure, forms, navigation).
• Optimize performance (lean front-end, minimal plugin footprint, image optimization, clean markup).
• Collaborate on IA/UX and translate wireframes into editor-friendly block structures.
• Provide basic graphic/UI support (icons, simple assets, visual polish).

Requirements

• Proven experience building 
  block-based WordPress sites
   (Gutenberg/FSE).
• Strong skills in 
  PHP, HTML, CSS, JavaScript
   and WordPress theme development.
• Solid knowledge of block theme architecture: 
  , templates, template parts, patterns, global styles
  .
• Demonstrated ability to implement and QA 
  WCAG 2.1
   accessibility.
• Strong visual judgment: layout, spacing, typography, and basic graphic design capability.
• Comfortable working with Git and modern dev workflows.

Non-Negotiables

• Block editor only.
• No Elementor/Divi/WPBakery
   (or similar page builders).
• Prioritizes 
  performance and maintainability
   (avoid plugin bloat).

Nice to Have

• Custom block development (native block tooling) and/or 
  ACF Blocks
  .
• Experience building pattern libraries and editor style guides for clients.
• Familiarity with accessibility testing tools (axe, Lighthouse, WAVE) and screen reader spot checks.
• WooCommerce experience (if relevant).

What to Send

• Portfolio links (highlight block/FSE projects)
• 1–2 examples where you designed/build for accessibility (WCAG 2.1)
• Quick note on how you approach block themes (patterns vs custom blocks, plugin philosophy, performance)