Graphic Designer

Responsibilities

• Fulfills lead or support designer role on select live projects and RFPs
• Highly collaborative designer who works closely with other designers, creative directors and producers
• Supports graphics project management and production on assigned projects — including budget awareness, vendor communications, print press checks, file asset management, etc.
• Communicates tasks and deliverables proficiently with a cross-departmental team (Client Services, Business Development, Production and Creative)
• Consults with and presents to clients and internal stakeholders as needed — helping to illuminate design thinking and solutions that meet client objectives
• Facilitates shares and/or learnings and provides project support as needed to the graphics team
• Aids in archiving and maintaining digital files, project hard copies, photography, illustrations, logo art, typestyles, historical collateral samples, etc., of client materials and resources for future reference and use
• Maintains awareness of the latest design trends and keeps up-to-date with relevant design software and platforms
• Promotes superior file management and organizational methodology following department guidelines
• Reports to the VP of Creative

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in design focused major (graphic, fine arts, advertising) or equivalent experience
• 3-5 years of experience in graphic design related industry
• Portfolio of dynamic and versatile design samples that demonstrate applicable project work
• High proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc), Apple Keynote & Microsoft PowerPoint, Google Workspace (Slides, Docs, Sheets)
• Some experience with After Effects and Premiere is a plus
• Strong conceptual abilities (developing ideas/concepts individually and as part of a team)
• Familiarity with designing for the web and other digital mediums
• Ability to work on multiple projects at once, designing for a wide range of varying brands, audiences and industries
• Ability to properly setup files for print based on vendor specifications/needs
• Ability to project manage graphic deliverables within assigned projects
• Self-motivated, clear communicator and consensus builder, highly organized and detail-oriented
• Comfortable working in a demanding, fast-paced environment under tight deadlines
• Strong presentation skills
• Strong active listening skills — the ability to interpret information and turn it into actionable next steps
• Must be able to travel if needed and work occasional nights/weekends