Graphic Designer - Nature's Bakery
Pasadena, CA
About the Job
Graphic Designer Job Description
We're looking for a talented graphic designer who can take concepts and ideas and create visual representations, in both print and electronic media. The ideal candidate will have expert knowledge of current design software and be skilled in every step of the design process, from concept to final deliverable. Collaborating with multiple teams across the company, the graphic designer should be able to take written or spoken ideas and convert them into a design that connects. The successful candidate will have a thorough understanding of branding and marketing, and be able to find the right style and layout for each project.
Objectives of this role
- Work on a wide range of projects and media, using various adobe programs to visualize and develop innovative graphic designs that meet business goals
- Obtain input from managers to ensure that designs meet organizational standards and brand expectations, express ideas accurately, and represent the company appropriately.
- Work independently as well as cooperatively with marketing team to meet deadlines, and schedule project implementation.
Responsibilities
- Collaborate, brainstorm, and strategize with multiple teams or clients on a wide range of materials that may include web pages, presentations, programming collateral, signage, internal communications, newsletters, and marketing materials
- Translate strategic direction into high-quality design within an established brand identity
- Manage the design and uploading process for all project materials, based on best practices for using a content management system
- Use trend intelligence and knowledge of historical and current markets when designing and executing specific classifications
Required skills and qualifications
- Exceptional creativity and innovative design skills
- Five or more years of experience (academic and professional) with adobe creative suite
- Excellent communication and presentation skills
- Organizational and time-management skills for meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment
- Desire to continue building skill set with education and training
Preferred skills and qualifications
- Three or more years of experience in professional graphic design
- Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in graphic design, art, or related discipline
- Some experience with animated graphics for social media platforms preferred
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