HARBOR Ind. is hiring: Graphic Designer in Grand Haven
HARBOR Ind. - Grand Haven, MI, United States, 49417
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Overview
Summary
The Graphic Designer will grow their existing skills in design execution, collaboration, project support, and researching trends by working with senior creative staff on a range of client facing and marketing projects. They will be responsible for helping to drive the creative direction of communication programs and campaigns. The Graphic Designer will need a sound understanding of typography, layout, animation and art direction to help the team produce the best work possible.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Create visual designs from scratch for a variety of marketing materials, including print and digital assets like brochures, flyers, social media graphics, and website elements.
- Work closely with creative directors and marketing team to develop creative concepts and strategies, contributing ideas and input during brainstorming and strategic planning sessions.
- Assist in the production of design materials, including preparing files for print and web to support the team throughout the execution of campaigns and projects, while adhering to project deadlines.
- Conduct market research to understand client needs and stay updated on current design trends and best practices.
- Create production art/files that are ready for print.
- Assemble quotes for printing and coordinate with outside printers.
- Create, edit, and assist with materials for client presentations.
- Attend press checks when applicable.
- Communicate with senior creative team members to receive feedback on designs and utilize that feedback to continually improve and grow.
- Collaborate and communicate with sales team members and other internal departments.
- Demonstrate consistency in work produced regardless of project size.
- Utilize critical thinking, branding, and communication skills during strategy sessions to ensure thorough understanding of the project’s approved strategy and how to best execute design materials that meet those needs.
- Other duties may be assigned at any time.
Education and/or Experience
Bachelor’s degree in creative field is highly preferred, but open to combination of education and experience in lieu of a degree.
2-5 years experience in the creative industry.
Proficiency with the leading design software packages including but not limited to: InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Google Slides/PowerPoint and other Microsoft applications.
Video creating and editing knowledge is a plus.
Other Qualifications
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Motivation to maintain and improve design standards and a determination to achieve and succeed.
Strong organizational skills.
Benefits and Perks
We're committed to providing competitive, affordable benefits to support our employees and their families. Our compensation packages are market-based, and if you're hired at Harbor your compensation will be determined considering factors such as skills, education, and experience. We believe a strong benefits and compensation package is essential for employee well-being and financial security.
Full-time employee benefits include the following:
- Two affordable healthcare coverage (Medical, Vision, Dental, RX) plan options, one of which has a $0 employee premium contribution for employees and all of their dependents.
- Health Savings Account for those enrolled in our HDHP Medical Plan Option, with company funding and matching contribution.
- Flexible Spending Account for those enrolled in our Core PPO Medical Plan.
- 401k retirement savings plus company match.
- Paid time off, including up to 12 paid holidays per year depending on your schedule.
- Paid Life Insurance, AD&D, and Disability Benefits.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Wellness Initiatives.
- Anniversary Milestone Awards.
- Tuition Reimbursement.
- Pet Insurance.
- Hospital Indemnity and Critical Illness Insurance.