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General Purpose of Job

The primary role of the Designer is to design new ads and perform modifications as needed, as well as develop various signs and support materials as needed. Must be creative and have the ability to multitask on multiple projects in a fast-paced environment

Key Responsibilities

• Design and propose creative elements for visual purposes in client media collateral
• Create layout comps, rough and presentation material as requested 
• Research, develop and write copy for materials as assigned
• Assist in project and/or client customer service needs. This includes direct communications with the client
• Artistic development of all phases of the publication- editorial and any advertisements as requested by the client 
• Expected to strategize, design, and produce high-end results 
• Be aware of Graphic & Advertising Trends as they relate to publication design 
• Enter new items in ad pages, including copy and images. Use sources provided to add images to pages as necessary.  
• Revise ads as required through the proofing process, checking for missing elements, re-arranging copy blocks and other ad elements as needed.  
• Advise Manager on copy legibility and discrepancy issue in ad plans.  
• Following established proofing procedures on all jobs proofing with associates as required, initial proof approval form as required.  
• Follow established check-off procedures; drop completed files to prepress Out-Put Coordinators.  
• Provide additional creative client support on special projects as needed. 
• Provide project coordination support, including project initiation, scheduling and obtaining approvals and follow through on deliverables. 
• Be directed to deliver creative elements based on specific direction by the team’s leadership or Project Coordinators 
• Execute, design and propose creative elements for printed and electronic materials including flyers, catalogs, brochures and editable electronic documents (PDF, Web, Interactive) 
• Attend project meetings, will ideate with the team and will provide creative materials and ideas 
• Electronically build, create and assemble various print projects in accordance with agency and client specifications.  This includes, but not limited to data entry and type setting, image manipulation, art creation or modification.  This includes sketching and illustration 
• Propose creative concept elements for potential and new projects 
• Prepare client proofs for approval 
• Knowledge of POS and store signage 
• Make corrections and modifications to client proofs as requested 
• Assist in project and/or client customer service needs 
• Execute design layouts and revisions according to creative direction 
• Work closely with design team as well as client’s marketing groups to collaborate on creative direction  
• Under the direction of Supervisor and/or Sr. Designers, create & produce page layouts that promote the client's brand and sales objectives 
• Collaborate with Account Manager and Sr. Designers to ensure a complete understanding of the client branding guidelines 
• Work efficiently & accurately through high volumes of work, meeting deadlines in a very time-sensitive environment 
• Review all job instructions, both written and verbal, & ask any questions necessary to successfully complete the project 
• Utilize resources to problem solve challenges on project  
• Perform other responsibilities, as they are developed/defined 
  

Job Requirements

Education: Bachelor's in Graphic Design or equivalent

Experience: 1+ years of experience as a Mac operator and Graphic Artist

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• MAC Based hardware/software systems Ability to speak, read, and write in the English language 
• Copywriting experience is a plus 
• Graphic Design Software:  Quark, InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat, Suitcase, Stuffit and Microsoft Office, Archiving and Backup Procedures Ability to learn proprietary software
• Ability to demonstrate competency in layout sketching and typography in a portfolio
• General advertising, marketing, media, TV and radio terminology and processes
• Knowledge of the web, internet, and ftp technology   
• Knowledge of POS and store signage 
• Have excellent typographic and graphic design skill, superlative production design skills with a great attention to detail 
• Must have strong project management skills, ability to think strategically and manage multiple priorities, anticipate demands, coordinate stringent deadlines and properly estimate time for work 
• Understand the printing process to ensure that pages are built correctly for printing 
• A strong eye for design and page composition and layout  
  

Employees can expect to be paid an hourly range of $35.00-$45.00, based on variations in knowledge, skills, experience and market conditions. 

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