Acretrader, Inc. is hiring: Graphic Designer in Fayetteville

Learn more at Acres.com.We are dedicated to the growth of our platform and the growth of our people. We like working with incredibly smart, driven people who are passionate about our platform, our customers, and their own ability to make an impact on the outcomes of our business. In this role, you will help create design and marketing collateral, focusing on website graphics, deck templates, signage, print and digital advertisements. This is a full-time onsite summer internship (40 hours/week for 3 months) and, upon successful completion of the summer internship, this position with transition to a full-time onsite position.Core ResponsibilitiesCreate assets to support Acres.com, corporate communications, and culture initiativesProduce a wide variety of assets including website graphics, landing pages, digital ads, print ads, downloadable guides, social graphics, product sheets, case studies, printed brochures, and event materialsMaintain our brand guidelines, updating as needed based on directionCollaborate well across other teams to produce assets that meet the needs of each department while maintaining our brand standards Own key design asset templates such as sales deck and keep files updated and accessible to appropriate parties Manage intake of work and communicate workload concerns proactively Collaborate with stakeholders to understand user needs, requirements, and business goalsWithin 30 days, develop a deep understanding of Acres business and customer offeringsUnderstand Acres mission and core valuesBe able to defend thoughts and ideas internally in a professional manner when challengedTake on special projects and other duties as assignedWhat You'll GainYou'll develop a diverse portfolio by gaining hands-on experience creating a wide range of design assets across digital and print mediums (website graphics, landing pages, digital/print ads, social graphics, brochures, etc. ), showcasing your skills.You'll learn practical brand management and application by contributing to the maintenance of brand guidelines and ensuring consistency across various communication channels and departmental needs.You'll develop valuable teamwork and communication skills by collaborating with different teams, understanding their requirements, and presenting and defending your design ideas professionally.Within the first 30 days, you'll gain insight into Acres' business model and customer offerings, experiencing the design process from understanding needs to delivering final assets in a real-world business environmentKey Competencies/Requirements:Passion for your craft coupled with openness to critiqueExperience working as a Graphic Designer or other similar positionA strong portfolio showcasing your workExceptional relationship building, customer service, active listening, and verbal and written communication skills Willingness to expand existing design skill set, learn new systems, and explore new design trends and techniques Strong time management and decision-making skills Ability to work well under tight deadlines and can be adaptable to changes in priorities Proficiency with design tools such as InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and FigmaExperience working in a multidisciplinary environmentAbility to work within a collaborative and iterative user-centered design processAbility to be nimble and flexible in a fast-paced environmentSolid understanding of how to effectively use color, space, and typographyAbility to receive constructive feedbackStrong communication skill and ability to effectively convey your ideas to othersComfort in a fast-paced, constantly changing environmentAbility to self-start with a strong bias for actionIntellectual curiosity with a mindset of continuous improvementAbility to self-manage and prioritize a large and diverse workload Highly DesirableExperience developing design systems and style guidesWorking knowledge of HTML and CSSExperience creating templates in Google Slides, Canva, or similar toolsExperience working collaboratively with UX/UI Experience working in a startup environmentExperiencing creating illustrations and infographicsBackground working on a long term project with the same team