Graphic Designer

Job Title: Graphic Designer

Job Location: Kalamazoo, MI 49008

Project Duration: 6+ Months

Responsibilities

• Execute the visual articulation (style and tone) of brand strategy, initiatives, objectives and goals through best-in-class design solutions.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions with creative design team, in order to generate creative ideas.
• Effectively present creative concepts to marketing teams, with thoughtful rationale.
• Maintain knowledge of creative marketing trends and best practices.
• Evaluate provided creative briefs to ensure information is understood and actionable prior to executing design work.
• Execute and apply brand style guide elements, including logo, product branding, typography, packaging, photography and activation materials, ensuring consistency with brand positioning.
• Prepare final assets according to specific print production guidelines at high levels of accuracy, efficiency and replication.
• Collaborate with marketing peers to share best design practices across the organization.
• Make proactive recommendations to streamline & improve creative processes.

Required Skills

• College degree in graphic design or related field required.
• At least 3 years graphic design experience in all aspects of design preferred (packaging, merchandising, collateral, pre-press and print).
• Agency experience highly preferred.
• Passion for design and knowledgeable on industry trends.
• Possesses a sense of curiosity, a love of learning and continuous growth.
• Demonstrated excellence in design, creative thought, problem-solving and the creative ability to imagine & demonstrate ideas.
• Highly proficient in all industry-leading software, including Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) within a Mac environment.
• Understanding of print production workflows, and the ability to design with the end in mind for maximum efficiencies.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Highly collaborative team player who works proactively with multiple stakeholders
• Excellent problem-solving skills – pragmatic, resourceful and solution-oriented with a positive, “can-do” attitude.
• Strong organization, time management and decision-making skills.
• Ability to handle multiple projects in a fast-paced work environment with exceptional attention to detail.

Ishan Sharma

• Tech Providers, Inc.
• (404) 594-6193