Graphic Designer

Description
Public Strategies Overview

Public Strategies (PS) is a nationally respected consulting, project management, and marketing firm based in Oklahoma City. We provide innovative solutions for federal, state, and local clients, including project and program management, training and technical assistance, technology, event management, research and evaluation, video production, and strategic communications. We also deliver research-informed direct services to financially vulnerable Oklahomans, with a focus on strengthening families and improving employment opportunities.

We are a collaborative team of thinkers, creatives, strategists, communicators, builders, researchers, and change agents committed to touching lives, driving change, and doing good well.

Position Summary

Under the guidance of the Senior Manager of Design, we are seeking an experienced Graphic Designer that creates graphics to meet specific project or promotional needs for Public Strategies and its clients. Projects may run the gamut of marketing tactics, from the web and social media to brochures and course curriculum to billboards and print advertising. The Graphic Designer must be able to create and/or follow branding guidelines to design visually compelling pieces that communicate concepts clearly.

The Graphic Designer is a vital member of a culturally and professionally diverse team committed to helping systems, organizations, and individuals reach their full potential while maximizing their impact on the public good. The Graphic Designer designs or creates graphics to meet specific project or promotional needs and may use a variety of mediums to achieve the desired effects for Public Strategies and its clients in collaboration with the Senior Manager of Design.

Essential Job Functions

Work with Senior Manager of Design, other designers, project managers and clients to produce designs and edit designs after feedback
Develop and design illustrations, multi-page layouts, posters, infographics, logos
Refine images, fonts and layouts using graphic design software
Apply typography techniques
Generate ideas that portray concepts and advertise products/services
Stay up to date with industry developments and tools
Package and prepare final layouts for print vendors
Other duties as assigned

QualificationsEducation/Training

Bachelor’s degree, required
Will consider 4+ years work experience in lieu of degree

Experience

2-5 years of experience working in a marketing and communication capacity

Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities

Portfolio of at least ten samples of original graphic design work
Ability to work a flexible schedule, evenings, and some weekends, as needed
Strong ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, deadline-sensitive, detail-driven environment
Excellent organizational, communication and analytical skills
Strong attention to detail and excellent follow-through
Ability to work well under pressure and meet deadlines
Ability to absorb and apply constructive criticism from peers and clients
Excellent writing and communication skills
Experience in customer service with excellent communication skills
Outstanding social media and digital media skills
Portfolio examples of social media campaign, photography skills, and writing samples
Maintain a valid driver’s license
Ability to travel statewide when needed for events and set up when required