Graphic Designer/Associate

In addition to effective conceptualization abilities, strong design skills, and technical expertise, the Graphic Designer must be highly collaborative by nature and must have demonstrated strengths in graphics design, project management, and communication. The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in visual communication, graphic design, or a related field; at least two years of experience in graphic design or in the print industry, and is skilled in copyediting/proofreading and desktop publishing. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated to sell a large variety of print products to customers and will be cross-trained for packaging & shipping, copying, faxing, and using a POS system. • Prepares and assembles images and illustrative material and copy and manages layout for publication • Develops creative concepts and builds graphic solutions for customers • Prepares/completes the creative concepts, graphic design, pre-press work, and technical specifications necessary to complete projects • Completes pre-press set up in Adobe based platforms (Acrobat InDesign, Pagemaker, Illustrator, Photoshop) for both Mac and PC • Communicates effectively with customers • Develops and maintains accurate customer files based on production work flow • Produces/designs, proofs, and updates materials for customer projects • Develops as a team player and is critical to the production process • Consistently follows up on production activity using various communication methods (telephone, email, etc.) Pay: $16.00 - $17.00 per hour