What are the responsibilities and job description for the Graphic Designer/Art Director position at Seedhouse Creative?
Graphic Designer
Can you develop a big idea and execute it across a variety of media and platforms such as exhibition displays, print collateral, websites, magazines and social media? Do you have a strong conceptual and visual storytelling background? If so, we are looking for you to join our team. We are looking for a talented and creative graphic designer who wants to work within a fast-paced and collaborative environment.
Certain things really excite us: good copy, crafty use of white space and concepts that demand a second look. We’ve been around for more than 25 years and, although a lot has changed over that time, the one constant is that clients depend on us to drive their organizations forward with creative concepts and skillful execution. Based in Waco, Seedhouse Creative is a full-service marketing firm whose clients represent a wide range of growing industries that includes financial services, higher education, entertainment, nonprofit and retail.
Applicants must have five or more years of graphic design experience in a Mac environment and be an expert in the use of Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign). Must have an AA or BA degree in Graphic Arts/Design or a related field or equivalent experience. Must have print design and experience loading projects for print (magazines, brochures, annual reports, flyers, ads, etc) and a portfolio that wows.
-Create visual communications to convey messages in an effective and aesthetically pleasing manner.
-Design brochures, logos, signs, magazines, annual reports, ads, social media graphics, web pages and other communication materials in fast-paced environment.
-Create or incorporate illustrations, pictures, designs and animations; select type size and style to enhance readability of text and image.
-Produce drafts for review and make revisions based on feedback and client needs.
-Review final productions for errors and ensure that final prints reflect specifications.
-Collaborate with other artists and staff to develop creative work of the highest quality.
-Apply client feedback constructively, listen to client’s needs, takes notes and communicate design and creative concepts effectively.
-Mentor and accept mentoring from fellow team members to teach software skills, design skills and creative concept skills to enhance knowledge.
-Work with fellow team members to further design concepts and push to consider new approaches and proven design techniques.
-Archive jobs in a timely manner.
-Stay abreast of latest trends in design, advertising and marketing, looking for inspiration across all industries, sharing knowledge with other agency staff.
-Stand as an advocate for the agency at any and all opportunities.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Schedule:
- 8 hour shift
- Monday to Friday
Education:
- Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:
- Graphic design: 3 years (Required)
- Adobe Creative Suite: 3 years (Required)
- Adobe Illustrator: 3 years (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Waco, TX 76701: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $45,000