Graphic Designer / Production Designer

Tellwell is a down-to-earth creative studio creating emotional connections with audiences by telling authentic stories of inspiring organizations. At Tellwell, we help brands and causes connect with their audiences through story-based design and film. As we strive to build one of the best companies to work for in the Midwest, we maintain a small team with fun clients, big vision, and aspirations to hit above our weight class.The Tellwell Design Team focuses on creating websites, branding, print and digital pieces (like magazines, newsletters, social, etc.). All of the work created is grounded in strategies or campaigns that have been developed for the client by the Creative Director and Senior Design Strategist. We’re not just making pretty things - we’re producing top-notch design with intention that drives impact.Job Description – What you’ll be doingWe’re looking for a teammate who thrives on producing tangible results and loves to crank out high-quality design pieces that will be used in print and digital mediums. We need a do-er who loves to bring brands to life through beautiful application of their brand colors, fonts, and elements.Reporting to the Senior Design Strategist as a member of Tellwell’s Design Team.Using established brand guidelines to produce print and digital pieces.Create layouts, formatting text and images, and incorporating design elements for advertisements and newsletters/magazines.Preparing files for print, including color profiles, resolutions, and bleed and trim requirements.Using your functional knowledge of printing methods for materials, promotional pieces, etc.Reviewing printed samples to ensure they meet design specifications and client expectations, and address any discrepancies or issues that arise.Designing digital assets for online platforms including websites, social media graphics, email templates, and digital ads.Organizing digital assets and maintaining the file management system to facilitate easy retrieval and version control of design files.Using Tellwell’s Design Standards to conduct thorough quality checks on designs before they are sent to a client.Adapting to changing project requirements, priorities, and feedback from clients, while remaining flexible and responsive in a fast-paced production environment.Contributing to ideation for design projects, such as branding and concepting campaigns.Working collaboratively with the project manager to ensure that budgets are delivered on-time and on-budget.Working collaboratively with the content writer to navigate incorporating content into projects such as newsletters and websites.Working collaboratively across the design team to provide input and offering constructive feedback on projects and designs to improve the end result.Please note that this job requires working from our HQ in Fargo, North Dakota. We're looking for someone who currently lives in or is willing to relocate to Fargo/Moorhead or the surrounding area.Qualifications – What we want you to bring to the table:A bachelor’s degree in design or a related field preferred2+ years of professional experience in graphic design or production artA stellar online portfolio demonstrating the range of your design skills applied in different styles and mediumsRequired Program Knowledge:Adobe Creative Suite with an emphasis on InDesign and IllustratorGoogle Suite, including use for file managementBonus Points

if you have skills in these (and/or are willing to learn them!)FigmaAfter EffectsWordpressAnimation or motion graphicsPersonal Traits - the most successful employees at Tellwell exhibit the following traits:A

team player through and through ; egos get checked at the door (this one’s non-negotiable)A fearless and wild

imagination

coupled with

obsessive attention to detailEnjoy (and skilled at) presenting to clients in a way that

makes them understand and ultimately smarterBe sincere about

giving and receiving meaningful constructive feedbackConfident and effective communication

and presentation skills with both team members and clients of various levelsThree Primary Attributes of Design Team Members & How to Live Them:1.

Take Ownership

- you take ownership of what you need to get done and take pride in doing great work. You are self-directed and able to navigate situations without needing to be told exactly what to do, meaning you typically use your resources and experiences to determine what needs to be done. That said, you do check-in when you’re not sure because you’re not afraid to own what you don’t know.2.

Confident Humility

- you know you’ve got great skills and ideas to contribute balanced with the understanding that there is always room for improvement. You seek out constructive feedback on your work and are open to input. You’re also open to adjusting your approach to working with others so that you can have a healthy working relationship.3.

Embrace Creative Risks

- you’re not content with conventional solutions but instead seek to innovate and explore multiple avenues to get to the best design. You know the design rules well so that you can break them intentionally and aren’t just playing it safe. Your desire for growth and learning fuels a continuous improvement mindset as you take inspiration from the world around you.Benefits + Perks :

https://wetellwell.com/careers/#benefitsAll your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.To apply please provide a

resume, a link to or PDF portfolio containing at least 2-3 related projects, and a brief cover letter

that addresses the following questions:What type of content are you consuming right now? (e.g. books, podcasts, blogs, YouTube, etc)Do some research on Tellwell and let us know why you'd like to work here.Apply by 11:59pm on April 14, 2024

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