Graphic Art/Design Illustrator

Senior Graphic Artist Location Trenton, NJ (Downtown area) : ```Duties```- Create visually appealing and engaging graphic designs for various mediums, including print, digital, and motion graphics- Collaborate with the creative team to develop concepts and execute design projects- Utilize Adobe Creative Suite and other design software to create high-quality designs- Develop and maintain brand guidelines to ensure consistency across all design projects- Provide art direction and guidance to junior graphic artists as needed- Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices in graphic design ```Experience```- Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or related field- Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Graphic Artist or similar role- Strong portfolio showcasing a range of design work across different mediums- Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign- Experience with motion graphics and video editing software is a plus- Knowledge of color theory, layout design principles, and typography- Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines- Excellent communication and collaboration skills Skills:- JavaScript: Proficient in JavaScript for interactive design elements- Production design: Experience in designing for production processes such as printing or sign manufacturing- Illustration: Strong illustration skills to create custom graphics and artwork- Layout design: Ability to create visually appealing layouts for various mediums- Art direction: Experience providing art direction and guidance to other designers or creative team members- Adobe Creative Suite: Proficient in using Adobe Creative Suite software for graphic design projects- Motion graphics: Experience creating animated graphics or videos using motion graphics software- Color theory: Understanding of color theory principles to create visually appealing designs- Sign manufacturing: Knowledge of sign manufacturing processes and requirements Job Type: Contract Pay: Up to $25.00 per hour Schedule: • 8 hour shift • Day shift • Monday to Friday