Graphic Designer

Graphic Designer

  Not Disclosed

  Chicago, IL

  3.0 Months

  Not Disclosed

  Not Disclosed

  Education

Job Description

Responsibilities:

Job Summary:

• The job provides professional support and solves straightforward problems in a range of design projects. Works within defined processes and procedures to develop design standards and concepts for client advertising and communications materials. Completes a variety of assignments, as needed.

Responsibilities

• Support the client brand and strategic goals through the use of graphic design best practices and creative innovation to engage with our audiences. Display professional skill in the use of the Adobe suite of design software including InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat, XD, After Effects (Premiere Pro familiarity helpful), in order to conceive, design and produce printed and digitally based tools such as brochures, periodicals, event identity and invitations, websites, social media posts, direct response marketing, and signage.
• Create small scale animations and animated gifs highly valued.
• Research, develop and lead conceptual and stylistic direction for ARD direct response campaigns based on partner objectives while supporting the client brand.
• In addition to being able to work independently, designer must be willing to collaborate with manager, designers, editors, writers, and interactive developers to meet the client's goals by prioritizing workloads and producing professionally designed materials that are in strategic alignment.
• Contribute to creative critiques and brainstorms, and while demonstrating a high regard for teamwork and the collective achievement of departmental goals, be willing to evaluate overall success of team efforts.
• Contribute to a positive work environment, which includes a commitment to project partner/ stakeholder satisfaction.
• Cultivate and manage relationships with our partners among ARD and other client departments and divisions.
• Identify, negotiate with, and manage outside vendors such as printers, photographers, illustrators, etc.
• Maintain archives of all projects, graphic files, photography and printed samples.
• Applies interpersonal and communications skills which include the ability to listen, speak, and write effectively in a professional context.
• Seek opportunities for professional development that will enhance job performance and team creativity. These include attending webinars, seminars, building networks within the client and with colleagues at peer institutions.
• Conceptualizes and creates graphic artwork, such as charts, graphs, or illustrations, for various publications, advertising materials and/or customers with limited supervision.
• Coordinates all graphic production scheduling, including preparing final layouts for print.
• Works within processes to ensure that graphic projects are completed on time, within budget, and to the user's satisfaction. Acts as a resource for colleagues with less experience.
• Performs other related work as needed.


Preferred Qualifications

Education:

• Minimum requirements include a college or university degree in related field.
• Bachelor’s degree
• Advanced degree


Experience:

• Minimum two years of experience in Graphic Design, Production Design or similar professional work experience.
• Minimum requirements include knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline


Technical Knowledge or Skills:

• Demonstrated skill and knowledge of, or ability to learn quickly, the internal workings of the client as well as the technology tools available to the Office of Alumni Relations and Development, including the client's donor relationship management system, Microsoft Office Suite (specifically PowerPoint proficiency). Designer will work on Macintosh laptop.

Preferred Competencies

• Act with integrity, professionalism, confidentiality, and tact.
• Work collegially and collaboratively in a team setting.
• Prioritize multiple projects and independently follow through with detail.
• Self-motivation and the ability to take initiative.

Working Conditions

This position has a hybrid work schedule which includes weekly in office presence.
Standard office environment.
Travel to campus and/or non-campus locations for client business.
Work evenings and weekends as needed.
Mon - Fri
9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Total Reg Hours: 40.00
VIVA is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants have an equal opportunity for placement, and all employees have an equal opportunity to develop on the job. This means that VIVA will not discriminate against any employee or qualified applicant on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.