Graphic Artist Associate

Assist the Staff Graphic Artist by providing graphic art and design support to all departments within MCA to include creation of ads, social media posts, print materials, branding and signage to assist in marketing and fundraising efforts. Design requests and assignments for this position will be coordinated through the Staff Graphic Artist and/or the Vice President of Membership Marketing & Support to ensure project priorities, timelines, and department needs are managed effectively.

Employment type - Full-time

Schedule - Monday - Friday 8am-4:30pm

Hourly rate - $21.50-22.50

This job is a civilian position and does not require military service (including commission and enlistment)

Essential Duties

• Assist in developing a variety of graphic design projects for social media graphics, promotional materials, events, and magazines
• Assist in developing creative concepts and art direction 
• Assist in creating designs, concepts, and sample layouts based on knowledge of layout principles and esthetic design concepts
• Assist in developing advertisements, illustrations, logos, brands, signage, posters, brochures, and other graphic design elements 
• Assist in supporting multiple concurrent projects and ensure deadlines are met
• Effectively communicate concepts in graphic, visual means
• Assist in creating compelling & appealing visual designs for marketing, websites, and print projects
• Assist in generating print and multimedia materials for internal and external audiences
• Assist all departments in the preparation of images and videos for promotional use
• Assist in developing creative, attractive, and effective ads for each publication

Education/Experience

• Minimum of an Associate’s degree in graphic design, fine arts, visual communications, or related field
• Bachelor’s degree preferred
• 1-2 years of related experience preferred

Skills & Qualifications

• Familiar with some elements of graphic design including Mac platform Adobe Creative Suite; InDesign, Photoshop, HTML5, Illustrator, MS Office Applications and Dreamweaver. Online and web design experience.
• Familiarity with project management
• Superior attention to detail
• Creative mind
• Ability to work independently required 
• Ability to collaborate with a strategic team

Other Details

1. The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
2. Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods of time. Position may require typing and reading from a computer screen. Must have sufficient mobility, including but not limited to bending, reaching, and kneeling to complete daily duties in a timely and efficient manner. May include lifting to 25 pounds as necessary.
3. The work environment varies by temperature and conditions throughout the facility. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
4. This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities and qualifications required for the position. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and tasks, which may change and evolve to meet the needs of the department and organization. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities during the application and employment process.
5. Marine Corps Association is an “at-will” employer. This means your employment may be terminated at any time, with or without notice and with or without cause. Likewise, we respect your right to leave the Association at any time, with or without notice and with or without cause.