Job Summary:

The Graphic Designer will apply art, design, and copy layout skills to create visually engaging concepts such as logos, promotional and branding materials, communication media, and other print and digital materials.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.

Duties/ Responsibilities:

• Collaborates with client, editorial staff, manager, art director, and/or other project participants to understand project assignment, audience, and intended message.
• Creates original visual media that communicates the desired feeling or message in an engaging and unified way.
• Chooses graphics, clip art, and stock photography, as appropriate; may enhance choices with simple drawings.
• Selects fonts for written copy; produces sample layout for approval by client or other project participants.
• Prepares drafts of design work and provides samples to editorial or other appropriate staff or departments for review.
• Revises projects as necessary based on collaborative feedback process.
• Consults with graphics manager, art director, and/or other team members as needed on complex or specialized projects.
• Prepares print orders and assembly instructions on notification of final approval.
• Maintains records of billable project time as required.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Creative Suite or other similar design software.
• Organized with attention to detail.
• Ability to work independently on an assignment.
• Ability to work collaboratively as a member of a team.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelors degree required; major or significant coursework in Art, Graphic Design, or related disciplines highly preferred.
• At least three years of related work experience highly preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.