Graphic Designer

NOTE: Please submit a cover letter with your application. Submissions without a cover letter will not be reviewed. In the LinkedIn application you will need to combine your cover letter and resume into one document, as LinkedIn only allows one attachment. Please also include a link to your portfolio or website. You will be moved to the top of our list if you showcase examples of presentations/slide decks, infographics, video tutorials, instructional workbooks, training materials, or have designed or helped develop any relevant collateral for an educational purpose.JOB SUMMARY:We are in search of the individual who can join our marketing and creative services team to assist them in the creative process as well as key marketing initiatives for the agency. This dynamic and fast-paced role will support the Amherst Madison Creative Director &/or Marketing Director with whatever projects they may have at the time.For this reason, you will be expected to be capable of anticipating the needs of others and reacting quickly to changes or new projects. You will also interface directly with clients in creating custom branding packages, visual assets, print collateral, digital media, and property marketing packages.A team player with a balanced creative and design skill set is needed. Ideally this candidate will have also worked in an agency environment with clients, projects, and deadlines.Part of the work day will also include the print production of various types of marketing collateral, including business cards, brochures, work books and more. A background in print production is preferred, especially commercial print production using Fiery Command WorkStation.We are looking for someone who enjoys blazing a new trail for others to follow and who has extremely high personal integrity, drive for excellence, and a passion for working together with a team. This candidate should be prepared to work in a fast-paced team environment and learn as much as possible along the way.ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:Support the Creative Director in designing and developing branded collateral in both print and digital formats, such as flyers, postcards, workbooks, slideshows, webinars, brochures, social media, email, advertising, etc.Coordinate with the Marketing Director, Creative Director, and clients to ensure invoices are sent and paid, and to confirm fulfillment of all projects and servicesInterpret a creative brief and present strong visual solutions for company needsExperience and firm understanding of technology and common creative programs and systems such as Apple, Android, social media channels, CRM platforms, Adobe Creative Cloud, WordPress, Canva, etc.Lead on all print production projects, running a high-end printer with Fiery Command WorkStation and other tools to produce various print collateral and materials on timeBasic knowledge of website design and editingStrong knowledge of graphic design, such as typography, hierarchy, alignment, placement, etc.Successfully blend strategically defined business objectives with a brand-oriented visual aestheticAbility to effectively take direction and work both collaboratively and autonomouslyHave a good grasp of project time requirements and be able to meet deadlines, expectations, and avoid over-commitmentsWork well under pressure, exercising good judgment and interpersonal skillsPLEASE INCLUDE A LINK TO YOUR PORTFOLIO OR WEBSITE WITH RELEVANT WOR SAMPLES TO BE CONSIDERED FOR THIS POSITION.

ACCEPTABLE EXPERIENCE AND/OR TRAINING:2+ years of graphic design experience with a graphic design firm, advertising agency, in-house corporate marketing department, or 4+ years of freelance/equivalent work experience1+ years of print production experience with a production company, in-house corporate marketing department, or 2+ years of freelance/equivalent work experienceBachelor's Degree in creative, graphic design, marketing, public relations or related field is preferredProficient with various design programs and systems, such as Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Canva, Microsoft Office, etc.Experience in sales or account management is also preferredWorking knowledge of common CRM and other marketing platforms such as MailChimp, HubSpot, Salesforce, Follow Up Boss, social media platforms, etc.