Graphic Designer - Temporary Job at Carbonate, Inc. in Cincinnati

As a Graphic Designer at Carbonate, you'll use your design experience to work across multiple projects, creating engaging solutions for a variety of brand identity systems, print materials, digital marketing, and campaign support needs. You'll work collaboratively with team members to develop creative concepts and possess the ability to clearly articulate your thought process and design decisions. This role is temporary to cover an employees leave and reports to the Senior Director of Creative Services. This is a temporary full-time position, with benefits. Available immediately through July 15, 2025.Requirements:2+ years of relevant work experienceBachelors Degree in Graphic Design or commercial art-related equivalentPortfolio that demonstrates design abilityHospitality-related experience highly desirableIf based in Cincinnati, this role will have the ability to work in our Cincinnati office with work-from-home/remote options.Must be based in OhioResponsibilities:Strategic Thinking & Analytical AbilitiesCan concept, design, and develop compelling assets for a variety of client projects including brand identity systems, printed materials, marketing material, and digital content including web design, image editing, emails, and social media contentCreate innovative designs that comply with client brand standardsRegularly present compelling concepts that find ways to go above and beyond the minimum requirements of a project in order to find design solutions that deliver exceptional resultsStays up-to-date with design trends and is knowledgeable about current best practiceWorks collaboratively on projects with various team members, yet is also able to execute work independentlyIdentifies and initiates problem-solving when working through projectsDisplays strategic thinking and exceptional problem-solving skills using judgment, past experience, and knowledge to find the right solutionsTechnical SkillsFluent in Adobe Creative Cloud platforms and Figma and skilled in typography, layout, and hierarchyHas a deep understanding of basic print and production methods, and materials, and is able to lead print production projects from idea to executionKnows how to prepare files for various print production needsMeticulous attention to detail; ensures all files are organized and succinct, appropriate for client turnover and subsequent use Excellent verbal, written, and visual communication and organizational skillsHighly productive and efficient in time managementProficient in GSuite and Microsoft Office-related softwarePossesses a basic understanding of how the web development process works and stays up to date on best practices for various desktop and mobile design requirementsPeople & TeamBuilds positive relationships within the team by preparing for and actively participating in agency meetings, project check-ins, and reviews as a team member and support to senior managers, directors, and agency presidentDemonstrates interest and ability to work directly with clients as a project lead when appropriateBrings out the best in others by interacting with colleagues and clients in a positive and professional mannerRises to challenges set by senior team members with ambition and a clear understanding of opportunities and goalsAbility to ensure every project achieves defined strategic business goals and is able to clearly and confidently articulate thinking to team members and clientsShows a clear understanding of project priorities to senior team membersAble to handle multiple design projects simultaneously, keep track of deadlines and handle a fast-paced work environmentDisplays a strong sense of professionalism, ownership, and accountabilityProactively raises concerns in a timely fashion so that action can be taken to solve potential issuesProactively checks in with supervisor on project statusParticipates in project tracking activities including time reporting, updating status reports, material sourcing sheets, meeting agendas, summaries, audits, etc.Benefits at Carbonate:Health, vision, and dental insurance401K with company match (up to 4%)PTO & Company Holidays$500 annual educational stipendCompany-paid short-term disability insurancePaid parental leaveNew business incentiverecblid 8pxrz6iqynqd9wlsezjt0kkf0fy5gz