{"schemaVersion":"1.0","exportedAt":"2026-05-15T12:50:51.838Z","occupation":{"soc":"15-1255.00","title":"Web and Digital Interface Designers","group":"Computer & Mathematical","sector":"54","jobZone":4,"jobZoneInferred":false},"framework":{"version":"v.26.05","description":"","contextCovered":"This framework covers web and digital interface design practice across design, development, testing, and stakeholder communication contexts within technology-forward organizations requiring considerable formal preparation and experience.","levels":{"emerging":{"label":"Emerging","statements":["Web page creation tools and layout principles — apply under direct supervision to build basic static pages within an established design system.","Graphics and photo imaging software — use guided workflows to resize, crop, and export assets for web-ready delivery on entry-level projects.","Program malfunctions and display errors — identify and document under supervisor direction when testing user-facing interfaces in a staging environment.","Reading comprehension of design briefs and technical specifications — extract key requirements under guidance to inform initial wireframe sketches.","Web platform development software — follow established protocols to upload and publish reviewed content to a live content management system.","Database query interfaces — execute pre-written queries under direction to retrieve content needed for populating prototype screens.","User feedback and error reports — collect and log with attention to detail, escalating unresolved issues to senior designers on the project team.","Object-oriented development software — apply instructional examples to produce simple interactive components within a supervised development environment.","Active listening during client intake meetings — capture stated requirements accurately and summarize them in structured notes for team review.","Desktop publishing and document management software — organize and version project files according to established naming conventions in a shared repository."]},"developing":{"label":"Developing","statements":["Web and digital interface layouts — design and iterate with reduced oversight, adapting templates to meet varied stakeholder requirements across multiple project types.","System and program malfunctions — troubleshoot recurring front-end issues by applying systematic diagnosis techniques in a production web environment.","Development environment software — configure and maintain local and staging environments to support routine testing and deployment cycles.","Business problems such as product catalog or workflow tools — analyze requirements and propose digital interface solutions using established UX methodologies.","Video creation and editing software — produce and integrate short-form multimedia assets into interactive web experiences with moderate creative direction.","Critical thinking applied to usability test results — interpret findings independently and recommend interface adjustments to improve task-completion rates.","Staff and users with computer-related interface problems — provide clear written and verbal assistance, resolving common issues without escalation.","Reading and synthesizing technical documentation — translate platform constraints and API references into practical design decisions within a familiar technology stack.","Computer programs and systems — monitor performance metrics and coordinate scheduled maintenance updates to ensure continuous site reliability.","Writing and oral communication — prepare project status reports and present design rationale to internal stakeholders with clarity and appropriate technical depth."]},"proficient":{"label":"Proficient","statements":["Complex front-end malfunctions and cross-browser incompatibilities — diagnose and resolve autonomously across full production environments, restoring normal functioning without team assistance.","Integrated digital product solutions for business problems — lead requirements analysis, architect information structures, and deliver complete interface solutions from discovery through launch.","Web platform development and object-oriented software — implement advanced interactive components and custom scripting to meet non-standard functional requirements on enterprise-scale projects.","Judgment and decision making in UX trade-off scenarios — evaluate competing design and technical constraints and select optimal approaches that balance user needs with organizational goals.","Comprehensive usability and accessibility testing programs — design, execute, and interpret test plans across devices and assistive technologies, driving evidence-based design improvements.","Users and staff with complex computer-related interface problems — diagnose root causes across system layers and communicate tailored solutions to both technical and non-technical audiences.","Inductive reasoning applied to analytics and behavioral data — synthesize patterns across large data sets to surface actionable insights that inform strategic interface redesigns.","Active learning of emerging design tools and web standards — independently evaluate new technologies and integrate relevant advances into ongoing workflows without external prompting.","Data base user interface and query software — design and optimize content schemas that support dynamic, data-driven web experiences at scale.","Cross-functional project documentation — author comprehensive design specifications, component libraries, and handoff materials that enable seamless developer implementation across distributed teams."]},"advanced":{"label":"Advanced","statements":["Organizational design strategy and digital experience standards — establish and govern enterprise-wide frameworks that align interface design practice with long-term business objectives.","Complex business problems requiring integrated digital solutions — lead cross-disciplinary teams through discovery, systems thinking, and phased delivery to deliver transformative web and product experiences.","Emerging web technologies and platform capabilities — evaluate, pilot, and advocate for adoption decisions that position the organization at the forefront of digital interface innovation.","Design and engineering talent pipelines — mentor, develop, and retain senior practitioners, building a culture of craft excellence and intellectual curiosity across the department.","Program and system integrity at portfolio scale — define monitoring, testing, and incident-response protocols that ensure reliability and performance across all owned digital properties.","Organizational policies for accessibility, usability, and design ethics — author and champion standards that embed integrity and cautiousness into every stage of the product development lifecycle.","Executive and client stakeholders — communicate strategic design vision, business impact, and risk assessments with authority, influencing resource allocation and roadmap priorities.","Innovation programs and design research initiatives — sponsor and direct multi-cycle investigations that surface unmet user needs and translate findings into competitive product differentiation.","Vendor and technology partner relationships — negotiate tool, platform, and outsourcing agreements that optimize cost, capability, and quality across the organization's digital production ecosystem.","Knowledge management and professional development infrastructure — design training curricula, internal documentation systems, and communities of practice that elevate the entire design organization's capability."]}}},"sources":{"onet":"v30.2 (CC BY 4.0)","crosswalk":"https://skillscrosswalk.com","generator":"LER.me"},"attribution":"© EBSCOed"}