Graphic Designer

What You Will Be Doing:

• Create new or update existing academic graphics (such as transcripts, diplomas, certificates, etc.) for various clients and audiences.
• Design and build a wide variety and high volume of cross-platform file types and images efficiently.
• Create and set up files for use on press in a print facility.
• Expected to help shape and work within existing creative direction while following standards and brand guidelines.
• Must take responsibility for fulfilling creative project direction, goals, and requirements.
• Consistent archive and file version management.
• Copywriting, editing, and proofreading to produce accurate and high-quality work.
• Compress and optimize files while maintaining a high resolution.
• Troubleshoot various image problems to provide solutions, autonomously.
• Create and/or design templates and documentation.
• Independently manage personal workload and service desk ticket queue using Jira Service Desk.
• Assist Member Consulting and Member Services departments with daily graphics needs while maintaining a sense of urgency.
• Assist the Marketing team with brand management, external campaigns, promotional pieces, presentation decks, logos, infographics, and other various marketing materials for domestic and international markets (digital & print).
• Miscellaneous external and internal graphic design projects (digital & print).

What You Will Need To Know/Have:

• Basic computer skills in both Mac and PC environments.
• Solid knowledge of design fundamentals, branding, typography, and file types.
• Familiar with current design trends, tools, and best practices in both print and digital design.
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (specifically Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat, and InDesign) Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Google Apps Suite. 
• A graphic design degree or diploma from an accredited art/technical college is preferred.
• Great interpersonal skills; excellent verbal and written communication with a drive to collaborate.
• Dedicated work ethic and strong personal attributes that include teamwork, professionalism, organization, responsiveness, and attention to detail.
• Can work independently in a remote environment, as well as cross-functionally with different departments. 
• Receive feedback gracefully, provide constructive critique to fellow designers, and be willing to push themselves to grow every day.
• Ability to adapt to changing priorities and new technologies is essential.
• Can multitask and work with a sense of urgency on daily production updates and adjustments.
• Prior experience in a prepress/print environment, as well as using Slack and Jira, are a plus.

Get In All The Awesome

• Competitive salary and 401k.
• Medical, dental, disability, and life insurance.
• HSA program, vision, voluntary life, and AD&D.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Paid time off, 11 paid holidays, and flexible work schedules.
• LifeStyle Spending Account