Graphic Designer/Print Specialist - On -Site Position

The Graphic Designer/Print Specialist candidate will play a crucial role in managing all of our customers print and graphic orders while assisting with high-volume shipping. This position requires not only strong conceptual and creative design skills but also technical proficiency and a collaborative spirit. The ideal candidate will demonstrate expertise in graphic design, project management, and clear communication, ensuring delivery of high-quality visual solutions that meet our customers’ needs. This is an on site position, requiring 40 hour+ work week at our location. 
The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in visual communication, graphic design, or a related field; at least two years of experience in graphic design or in the print industry, and is skilled in copyediting/proofreading and desktop publishing. He or she must have full mastery of various software design programs including Adobe-based platforms (Acrobat, InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop) for both Mac and PC.

RESPONSIBILITIES          

• Prepares and assembles images and illustrative material and copy and manages layout for publication


• Develops creative concepts and builds graphic solutions for customers


• Prepares/completes the creative concepts, graphic design, pre-press work, and technical specifications necessary to complete projects


• Completes pre-press set up in Adobe based platforms (Acrobat InDesign, Pagemaker, Illustrator, Photoshop) for both Mac and PC


• Communicates effectively with customers


• Develops and maintains accurate customer files based on production work flow


• Produces/designs, proofs, and updates materials for customer projects


• Develops as a team player and is critical to the production process


• Consistently follows up on production activity using various communication methods (telephone, email, etc.)


• Performs other duties as assigned

QUALIFICATIONS            

• Bachelor’s degree in visual communication, graphic design, or a related field preferred


• Two years of experience in graphic design or the print industry


• Strong computer and internet skills (multiple platforms)


• Expertise with Adobe based platforms (Acrobat, InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop)


• Able to manage and optimize workload, prioritize multiple projects, and streamline the production flow


• Must demonstrate extreme attention to detail in design work


• Skilled in copyediting/proofreading and desktop publishing


• Must be an energetic self-starter who is driven to succeed


• Excellent written and verbal communication skills


• Neat, clean, and professional appearance


• Work on-site at our location