Careers

Accessible Smart SVG™ Engineer

We are seeking an scalable vector graphics (SVG) / XML programmer and animator. Familiar with animating and exporting XML code. This role would program and conduct code audits against WCAG 2.0 - 2.2 and accessibility best practices on multiple digital platforms. We will provide the SVG illustrations - you will need to just need to engineer and test various media queries.

  1. Take initiative to code and deliver accessible SVG files and provide actionable steps on how to fix accessibility issues.

  2. Work remotely to help review and provide feedback on accessibility files across browsers.

  3. Help guide clients for best practices when inserting code into their systems.

  4. Support inclusivity and accessibility in every project.

About you

We are looking for people with different perspectives from around the world. People with lived experiences give the best insight as to how to design for accessibility.

  • Experience with WCAG 2.0 - 2.2 auditing on web and on mobile platforms

  • Ideally having some knowledge of assistive technology for testing such as JAWS, NVDA, VoiceOver. Experience with Dragon Naturally Speaking and Voice Control is a huge bonus.

  • Knowledge of XML, HTML, HTML5 required, advanced knowledge of CSS and JavaScript preferred

  • An understanding of WAI-ARIA and commonly used ARIA attributes

  • Must be a self-starter and have a good time management skills

  • Good written and verbal communication skills with the ability to interact with technical and non-technical audiences

  • Enjoys watching IT Crowd

People with disabilities, women and ethnic minorities are encouraged to apply. 1099 contractor work, with possible full-time employment in the future. Hourly rate depends on your experience, availability, and skills. Our policies and culture focus on creating an environment which is equitable and inclusive to a range of backgrounds and perspectives.

We look forward to learning more about you! Please send cover letter and resume to hello@equivalentsvg.com.

Remote Sales Director

We are looking for a highly motivated & self-driven Sales Director to form and lead our sales team. This is an exciting opportunity to develop innovative strategies to achieve sales goals, as well as make meaningful connections with our new partners. The Sales Director is a sales professional with demonstrated experience closing complex business deals, consistently meeting and exceeding goals.

  • Build and promote strong, long-lasting customer relationships by partnering with them and understanding their needs

  • Present sales, revenue and expense reports and realistic forecasts to the management team

  • Communication skills, especially persuasion, to clearly convey the benefits of our new technology to potential partners

  • Answer questions about the technology and our process

  • Prepare partner agreements

  • Track activities, leads, and pending deals in SalesForce

  • Planning and directing the hiring and training of new Sales Representatives

  • Setting sales quotas and goals

  • Overseeing and directing performance of the sales team

Required Qualifications:

  • Demonstrated ability as an individual contributor in a highly competitive sales environment

  • Experience exceeding sales targets with proven ability to generate in excess of $1 Million in sales

  • 7+ years of sales or account management experience

  • Confidence and strong self-assuredness to succeed in cold-calling agencies and onboarding partners

  • Flexible with the ability to work across different time zones

  • Demonstrated ability to think of creative tactics to drive closure and shorten sales cycles

Bonus Points/Preferred Qualifications:

  • Passion for social change, green technology and ethical business practices

  • Direct experience as a Web Development B2B Sales Director

  • Executive-level (CXO) communication skills

  • Knowledge of Adobe Illustrator, Graphic Design, SVGs and Graphics Technologies

  • High energy and positive attitude

  • Willing to go the extra mile with a strong work-ethic; self-directed and resourceful

Location: In this role, you can work remotely from anywhere in the United States. Equivalent is located in North Carolina, EST.

Why You Should Join:

Equivalent has a vision for a more sustainable, inclusive and an equitable future. We believe that we can make a positive social impact by the use of intelligent, light-weight, and responsive graphic files and thoughtful accessible graphic design practices.

Equivalent is made up of people from a wide variety of backgrounds and lifestyles, and Founded by a disabled woman. We embrace diversity and invite applications from people of all walks of life. We don't discriminate against employees or applicants based on gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, race, religion, age, national origin, citizenship, disability, or any other differences. Also, if you have a disability, please let us know if there's any way we can make the interview process better for you; we're happy to accommodate!

We look forward to learning more about you! Please send cover letter and resume to hello@equivalentsvg.com.

Graphic Designer and Illustrator

Seeking a self-starter with an ambition to learn and grow as a Graphic Designer. We focus on accessible and ADA compliant graphics, offering truly inclusive experiences for everyone. Willing to train the right person in some of these more technical details.

This position is full time graphic design, print production and illustration support. Must be a wiz in Adobe Illustrator and Figma.

Please email resume, portfolio link, and a cover letter to hello@equivalent.design.

Project work may include:

  • Logos, branding and graphic design

  • Social media posts

  • Optimizing exporting and renaming graphics

  • Keynote, Powerpoint, Google Slide Presentations

  • Infographics

  • WCAG 2.2 guidelines referenced for all design work

People with disabilities, women and ethnic minorities are strongly encouraged to apply. Preference will be given to applicants with lived experience of disability, experience working with people with disability and/or a demonstrated personal understanding of disability. Our policies and culture focus on creating an environment which is equitable and inclusive to a range of backgrounds and perspectives.

We look forward to learning more about you! Please send cover letter and resume to hello@equivalentsvg.com.