Social Media Graphic Designer Job at Alpha Business Solutions in Chicago

Our direct Client is looking for: Position: Social Media Graphic Designer Duration: 6+ Months Location: Hybrid remote in Chicago, IL Job Description: We are looking for a graphic design contractor to support the social media team's many initiatives and projects, including social asset creation support, video editing, as well as additional visual design-related duties. POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES: • Create engaging social content graphics for multiple brands on multiple channels based on strategies provided by Social Media Managers • Instagram/Facebook Stories design concepting & creation for multiple brands • Brainstorming, ideating and concepting new templates and formats for social platforms and multiple brands • Develop designs and graphics that are on strategy & reflect brand's pillars • Basic video editing (recoloring, formatting, GIF creation, etc) • Additional graphic design support for Social Media team as needed • Photography to support various social content needs and executions is a plus • Manage individual project production schedules for on-time delivery EXPERIENCE AND QUALIFICATIONS: • Minimum of 3 years of experience working in a graphic design role • Strong portfolio demonstrating spectrum of work & skill set • Strong familiarity with design software and technologies (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop), as well as video editing software, and business software (Power Point, Keynote, Word, Pages) • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite • Highly creative and immersed in social media, with in-depth knowledge and understanding of social media platforms • Ability to work with a variety of partners and team members across different projects • Highly self-motivated • Deadline & detail-oriented • Proven analytical and problem-solving abilities PREFERRED SKILLS: • Strong time management skills • Excellent visual design skills • Some professional photography background EDUCATION: • College degree, preferably with major or focus in graphic design If interested, Feel free to share your resume on anagaria@alphambe.com