Junior Graphic Designer (PHX)

The objective of the Jr. Graphic Designer is to provide unique and compelling visual solutions that will continue to develop the Matthews brand. This individual should possess the ability to present new ideas clearly through design, stay current with design trends and must have the skills to produce a variety of different marketing materials, all while adhering to corporate brand standards whether for print and digital. The ideal candidate is hard working, highly motivated and excited by new challenges. You thrive in fast-paced and collaborative environments and hold experience in developing strong marketing materials. We will utilize your talents as we develop messaging for Matthews Real Estate Investment Services and its subsidiaries.Responsibilities:Design and format Digital and Print marketing materials including brochures, flyers, reports, social media posts, postcards, and other marketing collateralManage projects in a timely manner with collaborating with vendors and various departments of Matthews.Coordinate with vendors to deliver print materials while providing a cost analysis of projected quotes.Ability to conceptualize and develop graphic designs from text or verbal description.Coordinate production of materials including gathering printing bids, packaging artwork and assembling final layouts for printers, preparing notes and instructions for printers and other vendors.Requirements:Application without a portfolio will not be consideredPortfolio demonstrating a strong understanding of design principles, visual design, layout, and typographyMust have a BA in Graphic Design or related disciplineMust be able to work well independently and as part of a teamMust have proficiency in the Adobe Creative Suite (Most importantly InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop) as well as Google Workspace and Microsoft OfficeMust be detail oriented, professional, and service orientedAbility to uphold and maintain consistent on-brand creative standards using brand style guidesAbility to update and maintain company branded materials and templatesAbility to communicate effectively and develop working relationships among all disciplines and across all company levelsManage multiple projects simultaneously, while meeting set deadlinesAbility to handle various activities and set priorities for assigned responsibilities that impacts the busine regionally and nationallyAbility to communicate and instill company culture throughout the organizationThe willingness to respect and value customer and MREIS employee diverse culturesPresent a professional and courteous attitude dailyVideo production experience is a plus (Premiere & After Effects).The right candidate will:Be willing to experiment, be comfortable trying new things, and will not be afraid to failHave the ability to problem solve and self-teach new technologies, staying up to date on design trends and making suggestions as neededBe communicative, flexible and precise under aggressive deadlines and high-pressure situationsBe able to offer and receive constructive feedback in team meetingsHave the desire to add value to the team, division, and company in all areas; within and outside of day-today responsibilitiesPossess an appetite for career growth and professional developmentHave a strong eye for visual compositionMREISis an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with MREIS is subject to proven merit, competence and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, gender, religion, national origin/ethnicity, disability status, veteran status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability or any other legally protected status.

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