Graphic Designer I

Specific Responsibilities

• Researches and develops graphics and designs for web, mobile, electronic, print marketing, and communications collateral.
• Presents recommendations to ABA marketing and communications leaders.
• Collaborates with staff across departments on design and user experience assignments and assists in the preparation of graphics and data visualization for senior management and Board of Director presentations.
• Acts as subject matter expert for questions on design, user experience and data visualization.
• Travels to and serves as ABA representative at exhibit booths, as needed.
• Acts as in-house photographer and photo editor for ABA staff events.
• Implements ABA style and design elements into materials and enforces their proper use within all collateral.
• Provides design counseling on projects across all departments.
• Maintains knowledge of latest technologies related to graphic and web design, user experience, photography and interactive media.
• Develops motion graphics and records/edits audio narration for marketing and communications videos.
• Serves as the organization's videographer, with the ability to storyboard and edit videos.
• Works with external vendors to coordinate and print promo materials that support ABA branding.
• Coordinates shipments and materials for conferences and exhibit booths with support from members of the department.

Skills

• An in-depth understanding of design, development, video, and photography software, including Adobe Acrobat, Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, Premiere, Audition, After Effects and Kentico, and the ability to effectively apply them in practice.
• Experience using WordPress and Elementor websites.
• Background in email designer platforms like Act-On, Hubspot or equivalent programs.
• Independent self-starter with strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work as part of a team; able to work well in partnership with a variety of staff, outside organizations and vendors.
• Proven ability to communicate clearly and concisely with a professional constituent base, orally, graphically and in writing.
• Excellent customer service skills.
• Ability to think logically and analytically in a problem-solving environment.
• Ability to work concurrently on multiple tasks and projects.
• Ability to project manage graphic design projects and deliverables.
• Ability to oversee and execute the entire video production process from development through distribution.
• Ability to work closely with external stakeholders, including vendors and physicians, on behalf of the organization.
• Strict attention to detail.
• Video editing and production experience is a plus!
• Able to learn new techniques and processes quickly.
• Demonstrated willingness to keep technical skills and knowledge up to date.

Education

• Baccalaureate degree in design, marketing, communications, journalism, or a related field.