Graphic Designer

About the role

Grand Sierra Resort and Casino Advertising Department is seeking a talented graphic designer proficient in graphic design, digital design, and pre-press. The ideal candidate will have an excellent working knowledge of Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign programs. Design projects include direct mail, marketing collateral, in-house signage, video, and digital design. A candidate must present a portfolio of work to be considered.

This is a results-oriented, hands-on professional role requiring the ability to deal effectively and interact well with guests and team members. The candidate must resolve problems and conflicts in a diplomatic and tactful manner.

Responsibilities

• Develop concepts and execute creative for multiple projects in multiple applications.
• Design print ads and direct mail pieces with knowledge of final production techniques to ensure a quality product and meet deadlines.
• Design logos, menus, website and digital graphics, and all on-property collateral.
• Develop graphics for TV, print, outdoor, and direct mail marketing.
• Provide direction to outside production partners to ensure timely and quality delivery.
• Collaborate with the Creative Director and internal clients on projects from initial concept to finished product.
• Maintain an excellent working knowledge of and skill in Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
• Stay current with graphic software options.
• Provide excellent guest service to internal clients, outside vendors, and property guests.

Requirements

• A proven track record of success in executing each essential responsibility satisfactorily.
• Ability to listen and respond to client and management inquiries in a positive and professional manner.
• Ability to multi-task and remain focused in high-pressure situations.
• College diploma or university degree preferred, ideally in Graphic Design and/or Marketing. Any combination of education, training, or experience that provides the required knowledge, skills, and abilities may substitute for degree requirements.
• Minimum of four (4) years’ experience in Graphic Design or a related field.
• Previous casino/hotel industry experience preferred.
• Must be a minimum of 18 years of age.
• Flexible working all shifts including holidays, nights, and weekend hours as business needs dictate.
• Effective time management and multi-tasking abilities.
• Ability to work both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment.
• Professional appearance required.

Skills

• Exceptional visual skills with the ability to accurately communicate projects to clients and management.
• High-level understanding of interpersonal skills to productively deal with business contacts and team members at all levels of the company.
• Strong attention to detail and engaging presentation skills.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, staff, clients, and the general public.
• Excellent time management, problem-solving, and organizational skills.

Reasoning Ability

• Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists.
• Ability to interpret and follow through on a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a team member encounters while performing the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.