Senior Graphic and Digital Designer

Association Management Center

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Position Details

Senior Graphic and Digital Designer
Job
Full-time
5/16/2018
Chicago Illinois
Chicago, IL

The senior graphic and digital designer is responsible for the conceptualization and creation of a visually engaging, user-centered print and digital designs. Together with the Senior Design Manager, this position supports the design team’s execution of creative visuals that meet and exceed client needs across various channels.

Essential Functions:

  • Serve as point of contact and lead designer for assigned clients. 
  • Serve as a creative resource for clients by helping to identify their needs and the creative print and web solutions to meet those needs. 
  • Generate and present clear ideas and concepts that meet clients’ objectives and foster positive client relationships through open communication and collaboration. 
  • Work together with the rest of the creative team across different types of media to bring concepts to life. 
  • Act as digital design lead and educate and mentor designers in learning about digital design. 
  • Provide art direction, input, and feedback to designers regarding their projects at various points in the creative process. 
  • Understand clients’ marketing initiatives, strategic positioning, and target audiences and how they impact design decisions. 
  • Mentor designers on identifying the voice of the customer, presenting, incorporating feedback, and working in a collaborative environment. 
  • Take work from concept to final execution within deadline and budget expectations. 
  • Prepare material for printing and manage the printing of jobs and other services to be performed by vendors, including mailings and deliveries. 
  • Stay current on web technology, industry best practices, and design trends. 
  • Manage direct report(s) and provide training, coaching, and counseling.

Experience and Skills:

  • A Bachelor’s degree in design or fine art with demonstrated portfolio expertise 
  • 3-plus years of proven expertise in design fundamentals, design systems, and the creative process. 
  • Strong portfolio that exhibits high aesthetic standards in print and digital applications. 
  • Extensive knowledge of the latest versions of applicable programs: Adobe Creative Cloud, InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Dreamweaver, Acrobat DC, and wire framing tools. 
  • Working knowledge of HTML5 and CSS. 
  • Strong organizational, communication, and presentation skills. 
  • Ability to plan and manage multiple and complex projects with tight deadlines. 
  • Exceptional team player, capable of leading the team when appropriate. 
  • Driven to continue learning new skills, tools, and adapt to evolving processes. 
  • Ability to incorporate feedback and take and give direction well. 
  • Understanding of usability and information architecture, navigation schemes, hierarchy, layout, etc.

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