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This is the freelance graphic designer job
Junior Graphic Designer
Job ID#: 7479
Location: New York, NY
Segment Talent & Rewards
Business Area Rewards, Talent and Communication
Employment Status: Regular Full-Time
Minimum Education: Bachelors Degree
Performance Objectives:
Excellence
Contribute to well-defined assignments under close art direction from senior designers
Work on client projects to develop creative design solutions (e.g., making text edits, researching photography, designing components of campaigns with an established look, designing logo options, preparing files for production)
Develop technical knowledge and skills in employee benefits
Clients
Effectively and efficiently contribute to numerous simultaneous projects from concept through final production artwork in a fast-paced environment
Deliver on projects to meet or exceed client expectations
Partner with design and communications colleagues to develop solutions
Demonstrate natural ease and effectiveness when dealing with clients/colleagues at all levels
People
Work collaboratively as a member of the Design team with other designers, production coordinator, and project managers
Build relationships internally and collaborate effectively on cross-functional teams
Finance
Meet chargeable hours targets
Deliver design solutions within production scheduled timeframes and within budget constraints
The Requirements
Minimum of 1 years' experience in graphic design (internship, part-time and freelance work acceptable)
Understanding and knowledge of both print and digital media design
High proficiency using Adobe Creative Suite software - InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator
Experience with Flash is required
Ability to present concepts and support rationale behind given design ideas and solutions
Strong consultative, creative and problem solving skills
Ability to balance multiple priorities with acute attention to detail
Strong service orientation with a commitment to producing high quality results within strict deadlines, and focused on the achievement of team goals
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to respond to all communications effectively and in a timely manner
Flexibility and proven ability to diagnose and resolve issues; strong client service orientation
Bachelors degree required
And this is the ideal job for me!
Marketing Development Manager/Graphic Designer
Company located near Sugar Land. Need a polished, professional who has put together a Marketing Plan / Strategy. And, will need to have an example to show. Need someone who has been a Marketing Manager in the past.
Education:
Must have a 4 yr. degree; prefer Bachelor of Arts in Advertising or Bachelor of Arts in Graphic Design
Preferred Experience:
· 8+ years experience
· Graphic Design
· Design and develop Print Collateral
· Direct Mail utilizing CRM database
· Enhance existing Website
· Design Website Advertising
· Oversee marketing functions: web design, Internet ads, brochures, print-based ads, presentations and proposals, tradeshows and PR events, corporate charity drives.
· Work directly with company senior management to meet marketing goals and objectives; serve as liaison between senior principals, sales staff and outside vendors
· Administer and unify all aspects of corporate identity and brand recognition: print advertising, PR, tradeshow strategy, Internet presence, Google “AdWord” campaigns, search engine optimization (SEO), and sponsor partnerships.
Required Skills:
Expert application of a variety of software platforms for Marketing purposes: Mac OS X, PCs, Adobe CS3: InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Quark, Adobe Acrobat, Word, Print Production (Final Mechanicals), Dreamweaver and basic Flash Photography