Apex Systems
Apex Systems is hiring: Junior Graphic Designer in Atlanta
Apex Systems, Atlanta, GA, United States, 39901
Content Summary: Junior Graphic Designer at Atlanta, for Apex Systems
POSITION 3: GENERAL GRAPIC DESIGNER
Roles and Responsibilities:
•Creates and designs informational materials (both print and digital) to communicate scientific, medical, and public health informational messaging. Materials produced may range from presentation templates and materials (scientific posters, graphics, data visualizations), publications (fact sheets, forms, brochures, multi-chapter books, annual reports cover design, infographics/charts for figures), web and digital design assets (logos, icons, infographics, social media graphics, webpage graphics, scientific figures and illustrations), motion graphics, animations, and others as assigned.
•Provides creative visual solutions to solve communication challenges and ensures final product conveys the intended message appropriately for the target audience.
•Provides consultation, strategic guidance, and direction to internal clients, leading them through the creative design process for all assigned projects ensuring outstanding customer service.
•Collaborates with subject matter experts, health communication specialists, and web and social media teams to create products. Works independently and as a team of designers to create products.
•Ensures all graphics products meet the organization's branding requirements, Section 508 accessibility standards, health equity guiding principles for inclusive communication, and other standards as identified.
•Uses graphic design project management system to track status of assigned jobs, ensuring timely and efficient completion of projects.
•Informs Team Lead of projects' status and engages their support as needed to solve complex graphics problems and or challenging customer issues.
•Attends team meetings, provides valuable input, and maintains strong, positive interoffice and client relations.
Basic Qualifications:
To be considered for this position, you must minimally meet the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below:
•Must be a US Citizen or a Green Card Holder.
•Must be able to obtain and maintain the required agency clearance.
•Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts, Graphic Design, and/or Visual Communications.
•2 years of experience using Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign, and Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel as related to creating visual communication products.
•2 years of graphic design experience, including typography, color theory, and layout design.
•A solid portfolio of work and sound recommendations that reflect clear knowledge and application of graphic design principles.
•Agility and ability to work under pressure and produce quick turnaround when necessary. Manages complex responsibilities well in a demanding and fast-paced work environment and adapts well to quickly changing priorities.
•Attention to detail including messaging accuracy, design consistency, visual alignment, proofreading, and ability to deliver polished, high-quality work. Strong organizational skills for filing and document structure to support efficient team workflow.
•Human-centered design skills, including storytelling and implementing end-user design techniques and practices for intended audiences.
•Clear client and colleague relations and communication, open to critique, challenges, changes, and conversation about design rationale explanations and implementations.
•Ability to work effectively in an environment that supports teamwork, cooperation, trust, and the ability to work independently.
•Willingness to share knowledge with multi-talented group of creative professionals from beginner to advanced.
Preferred Qualifications:
Candidates with these desired skills will be given preferential consideration:
•Experience designing for public health organizations.
•Experience applying brand standards and maintaining brand consistency across a wide range of presentations and materials.
•Experience creating custom vector illustrations.
•Experience with Adobe After Effects, Photoshop, or Animate to create motion graphics, animations, and gifs.
•Understanding of and willingness to use generative AI tools in creative production workflows.
•Bilingual English and Spanish fluency, including grammar skills for native speaking audiences of both languages.
EEO Employer
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [email protected] or 844-463-6178 .
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.
Roles and Responsibilities:
•Creates and designs informational materials (both print and digital) to communicate scientific, medical, and public health informational messaging. Materials produced may range from presentation templates and materials (scientific posters, graphics, data visualizations), publications (fact sheets, forms, brochures, multi-chapter books, annual reports cover design, infographics/charts for figures), web and digital design assets (logos, icons, infographics, social media graphics, webpage graphics, scientific figures and illustrations), motion graphics, animations, and others as assigned.
•Provides creative visual solutions to solve communication challenges and ensures final product conveys the intended message appropriately for the target audience.
•Provides consultation, strategic guidance, and direction to internal clients, leading them through the creative design process for all assigned projects ensuring outstanding customer service.
•Collaborates with subject matter experts, health communication specialists, and web and social media teams to create products. Works independently and as a team of designers to create products.
•Ensures all graphics products meet the organization's branding requirements, Section 508 accessibility standards, health equity guiding principles for inclusive communication, and other standards as identified.
•Uses graphic design project management system to track status of assigned jobs, ensuring timely and efficient completion of projects.
•Informs Team Lead of projects' status and engages their support as needed to solve complex graphics problems and or challenging customer issues.
•Attends team meetings, provides valuable input, and maintains strong, positive interoffice and client relations.
Basic Qualifications:
To be considered for this position, you must minimally meet the knowledge, skills, and abilities listed below:
•Must be a US Citizen or a Green Card Holder.
•Must be able to obtain and maintain the required agency clearance.
•Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts, Graphic Design, and/or Visual Communications.
•2 years of experience using Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign, and Microsoft PowerPoint and Excel as related to creating visual communication products.
•2 years of graphic design experience, including typography, color theory, and layout design.
•A solid portfolio of work and sound recommendations that reflect clear knowledge and application of graphic design principles.
•Agility and ability to work under pressure and produce quick turnaround when necessary. Manages complex responsibilities well in a demanding and fast-paced work environment and adapts well to quickly changing priorities.
•Attention to detail including messaging accuracy, design consistency, visual alignment, proofreading, and ability to deliver polished, high-quality work. Strong organizational skills for filing and document structure to support efficient team workflow.
•Human-centered design skills, including storytelling and implementing end-user design techniques and practices for intended audiences.
•Clear client and colleague relations and communication, open to critique, challenges, changes, and conversation about design rationale explanations and implementations.
•Ability to work effectively in an environment that supports teamwork, cooperation, trust, and the ability to work independently.
•Willingness to share knowledge with multi-talented group of creative professionals from beginner to advanced.
Preferred Qualifications:
Candidates with these desired skills will be given preferential consideration:
•Experience designing for public health organizations.
•Experience applying brand standards and maintaining brand consistency across a wide range of presentations and materials.
•Experience creating custom vector illustrations.
•Experience with Adobe After Effects, Photoshop, or Animate to create motion graphics, animations, and gifs.
•Understanding of and willingness to use generative AI tools in creative production workflows.
•Bilingual English and Spanish fluency, including grammar skills for native speaking audiences of both languages.
EEO Employer
Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [email protected] or 844-463-6178 .
Apex Systems is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing® in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work® in the United Kingdom and Mexico.