Graphic Designer

The Graphic Designer is responsible for creating visually engaging and professional designs for digital and print materials. This position works closely with marketing, communications, sales, and other teams to develop graphics that effectively communicate the organization's brand, products, services, and messaging.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop creative concepts and visual designs for digital and print projects.
• Create marketing materials such as brochures, flyers, posters, advertisements, presentations, business cards, and promotional materials.
• Design graphics for websites, social media platforms, email campaigns, and digital advertisements.
• Create branded content while maintaining consistent visual identity and brand guidelines.
• Develop layouts, typography, color palettes, illustrations, and other visual elements.
• Edit and enhance photographs and other visual assets.
• Resize and adapt designs for multiple platforms and formats.
• Collaborate with marketing, communications, sales, and other departments to understand project requirements.
• Translate concepts, written content, and marketing objectives into effective visual designs.
• Prepare files for digital publication and professional printing.
• Review designs for accuracy, quality, alignment, color, typography, and consistency.
• Make revisions based on feedback from managers, clients, or other stakeholders.
• Maintain organized design files, templates, images, and brand assets.
• Research current design trends and industry standards.
• Assist with presentations, trade-show materials, promotional campaigns, and special projects.
• Manage multiple design projects and meet established deadlines.
• Communicate project status and identify potential issues or delays.
• Maintain awareness of accessibility and appropriate design practices.
• Perform other creative and design-related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Degree, certificate, or equivalent experience in graphic design, visual communications, marketing, or a related field.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating graphic design skills.
• Proficiency with graphic design and image-editing software.
• Strong understanding of typography, color theory, composition, layout, and visual hierarchy.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Ability to accept feedback and incorporate revisions.
• Strong creative and problem-solving abilities.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
• Experience with Canva, Figma, or similar design platforms.
• Experience designing social media content and digital advertisements.
• Experience with branding and corporate identity projects.
• Experience with basic video editing or motion graphics.
• Basic knowledge of HTML/CSS or web design is a plus.
• Experience working with printers and preparing files for professional production.
• Photography or photo-editing experience.
• Experience working with marketing or advertising teams.

Key Skills

• Graphic design
• Adobe Creative Cloud
• Photoshop
• Illustrator
• InDesign
• Canva
• Figma
• Typography
• Color theory
• Branding
• Layout and composition
• Digital design
• Print design
• Social media design
• Photo editing
• Creative problem-solving
• Project management
• Communication
• Attention to detail
• Time management

Portfolio Requirements

Applicants may be asked to provide a portfolio demonstrating relevant design work. The portfolio may include branding, advertisements, social media graphics, brochures, websites, presentations, illustrations, print materials, or other examples of professional or academic design work.

Performance Expectations

The Graphic Designer is expected to produce high-quality, accurate, and visually effective designs that meet project requirements and brand standards. The designer should communicate effectively with stakeholders, manage deadlines, respond professionally to feedback, maintain organized files, and consistently demonstrate attention to detail and creative problem-solving.

Work Environment

The position may be performed in an office, studio, hybrid, or remote environment. The role involves extended computer use and frequent collaboration with marketing, creative, management, clients, and other team members.

Physical Requirements

• Ability to work at a computer for extended periods.
• Ability to review detailed visual materials and computer screens.
• Ability to sit or work at a workstation for extended periods.
• Ability to occasionally handle printed materials, samples, or design equipment.
• Regular attendance and punctuality are required.