A web designer is responsible for creating the design and layout of a website or web pages. It and can mean working on a brand new website or updating an already existing site. Responsibilities of the job include: 1) creating website designs 2) meeting with clients to discuss requirements and/or project progress 3) keeping up to date with recent technological and software developments 4) developing skills and expertise in appropriate software/programming languages such as HTML and Javascript 5) creating products that are user-friendly, effective and appealing