Graphic Designer

This position is responsible for designing graphics and animation for marketing and sales materials, merchandise, broadcast and in-game use. • CMYK Printing Processes & Production • Edits video features utilizing Adobe Premiere for the Connecticut Sun • Works with agency to assist in the creation of all graphics, collateral, images and other projects • Assists in updating website graphics, including banners, cover photos, web ads, etc. • Build all motion graphics for CT SUN brand including, headshots, interactive graphics packages, lower thirds, team highlight videos, corporate partner activations, etc. Minimum Education And Qualifications • Bachelors’ Degree in Film, Communications, Art or a related field • Proficiency with Adobe Premiere, Adobe After Effects, Adobe Photoshop CC, Adobe Illustrator CC, Adobe InDesign CC, Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint • Previous experience with FTP and file sharing websites both in software and web interfaces • Strong organizational skills, time management skills and attention to detail • Ability to brainstorm and collaborate on creative ideas with staff • Ability to meet aggressive deadlines and work well under pressure • Ability to work independently without supervision, is self-directed and demonstrates initiative • Offers creative ideas and suggestions • Experience with front-end development: HTML5 (Semantic), CSS3, JavaScript (ES6) • Experience with SVG Animations • Experience with CMS • Bonus if you have experience with: Microdata, Meta Tags for SEO, Node.js, React with Hooks, Jest Unit Testing • In lieu of a Degree and previously mentioned experience, six years of experience working with graphic design may be considered Competencies: Incumbent will master the following competencies while in this position: • Creative development and the execution of promotions • Understanding of advertising and the use of social media