Graphics Designer

Core Duties and Responsibilities:Report directly to the Senior Magazine Art DirectorResponsible for hands-on design of magazine page layout including creation of various charts, infographics and tables as neededCollaborate regularly with magazine editorial and production staffs to conceptualize overall visual presentation of magazine storiesCreate and maintain magazine templates, style sheets, libraries & other design-critical assetsTraffic and track status of all magazine pages through the inter-departmental magazine workflow – involves working with Editorial, Freelancers, Advertising, Photo Agencies, and Production DepartmentEnsure consistency of style throughout magazine on a page-to-page and month-by-month basisMagazine photo editing (selecting and finding appropriate images within budgetary constraints)Responsible for performing and/or directing photo retouching, color correctionAssign photo shoots/illustrations to freelance contributors on an infrequent basisResponsibilities:Occasional design of company health and financial newsletters, including creation of various charts and tables as neededOccasional design of in-house/subsidiary print ads and marketing collateral, including logos, letterheads, envelopes, one-sheets, power point presentationsPotential design of product packaging (Medix) and book exteriors and covers (Humanix)Potential design of brochures and special reportsPotential illustration in a variety of mediaPotential in-house photography for marketing/editorial purposesInfrequent creation of web banner ads for all subsidiaries and marketing departmentsPerform other duties that may be assigned.Position Requirements:Software mastery must be present in the following platforms/applications: MAC OS, Adobe Creative Suite (with particular emphasis on In Design, Photoshop, Illustrator), Microsoft Outlook, Adobe Acrobat, Popular web browser.Software competence must be present in the following applications: MS Office (particular emphasis on MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint), In Copy (an In Design plug-in that allows multiple users to simultaneously access text files within In Design documents)A bachelor’s degree in graphics design or related field is strongly preferred4-5 years of experience in print/publication design is strongly preferredHigh attention to detail and the ability to audit own work for accuracy and qualityThe proven ability to work independently, be self-motivated and results-oriented but still be an excellent team member capable of collaboration and taking direction.Ability to thrive in a fast paced, entrepreneurial, high-energy environment that requires the ability to multi-task and implement high priority initiativesExceptional written and verbal communication, planning, project management and time-management skills with individuals at both peer and management levelsA creative thinker able to develop new ideas for growing reach and impact

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