Graphic Designer

Summary

This creative position is responsible for the conceptual design and creation of images, logos, and printed materials. The job also involves typesetting at various levels and making changes to materials already created but in need of updating. Limited pre-press work is performed in conjunction with the design duties. Consideration must be given to the customer’s budget, design taste, time, and ultimate use of the product.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Create conceptual design and layout of images, logos, and materials for printing. 
• Perform basic typesetting and layout of materials for printing.
• Perform traditional layout, cut & paste, and page marrying of materials for printing.
• Perform preliminary proof reading of all outgoing materials designed in the department.
• Perform routine systems and file maintenance in accordance with guidelines set by the department manager.
• Archive all jobs.
• Advise and assist the department manager in developing and administering department operational procedures and policies.
• Perform all other duties assigned and those that may be necessary to achieve company and department goals.

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty and responsibility satisfactory. The requirements listed below are a representation of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

• Extensive knowledge of graphic arts processes and equipment, as well as the offset printing process.
• Extensive creative design & layout skills.
• Extensive knowledge of the software used to perform the duties of the job (esp. QuarkXPress, Illustrator, Photoshop, Pagemaker and InDesign).
• Excellent typing skills.
• Basic skills in traditional layout, cut & paste, and page marrying.
• Excellent organizational and follow-through skills.
• Excellent attention to detail and care for accuracy.
• Must be able to carry out multi-task projects simultaneously.
• Regular and consistent attendance.
• Excellent communication skills.

Education and/or Experience

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Graphics Communication or related field; or 3 or more years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.

Language Skills

Ability to read, analyze, and interpret general business periodicals, professional journals, technical procedures, or governmental regulations. Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, clients, customers, and the general public.

Mathematical Skills

Ability to apply basic math concepts (add, subtract, multiply, and divide).

Reasoning Ability

Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.  

Physical and Working Conditions

The job is performed in a manufacturing facility with exposure to large equipment, noise, and materials related to the printing process. The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential duties of the job. 

• Ability to sit and/or stand for extended periods of time.
• Ability to occasionally bend, stoop or kneel.
• Ability to use hands and arms to type, reach, handle or feel.
• Ability to regularly lift/move up to 10 pounds, frequently lift/move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift/move up to 50 pounds.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Supervisory Responsibilities

None.