Graphic Designer Jobs

Job Title : Graphic Designer / Senior Designer Development Communications

Job Location : Philadelphia PA 19104 (Remote)

Job Duration : 05+ months

Pay range : $43/hr to $45/hr

Job Duties:

• Have an understanding of key businesses and department teams served by Donor Relations and Campaigns

• With writing counterpart, ensure consistency of message and clear brand identity.

• Concept and execute cultivation, stewardship and recognition materials, collateral, and other donor-centered programs and projects

• Think holistically about projects from the outset, ensuring that creative resources from different disciplines are engaged as appropriate

• Actively participate in meetings with writers and gift officers to help determine visual strategy and production plan

• Work with the Executive Director, Donor Relations and Stewardship and the Executive Director, Campaign and Strategic Initiatives, on campaign-related projects

• Work closely with PR/Marketing department to ensure adherence to institutional design and branding standards

• Design and implement original and existing templates based on graphic standards to maintain consistent branding

• Demonstrate technical expertise in completing projects within production schedule time period, including scanning ""live"" for production and assisting staff with program application questions."

Education:

• Bachelor's Degree Graphic Design or similar field of study Required

• At least two (2) years experience in 2-4 color design print collateral work Required

• Experience in an ad agency or in-house design corporate setting with portfolio demonstrating excellent design, production and computer skills Required

Skills:

• Proficient in several MacIntosh desktop publishing and imaging software programs including; Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign

• Thorough knowledge of the latest print and web production techniques

• Excellent visual communication and organizational skills

• Work precisely and accurately on multiple projects simultaneously with attention to detail, deadlines and client satisfaction.

• Perform complete follow-through on projects: Adhere to publication deadlines and production schedules and submit design compositions to Executive Director for review. Follow editorial/management review process during production phases.

• Demonstrate high level of customer service with internal clientele with diplomacy, quick response time and effective follow-up measures.

• A sincere appreciation for people and how they are each uniquely motivated.

• Poised and engaging, empathetic communications style based on natural warmth and enthusiasm.

• Fast-paced and results oriented with the ability to work in a timely manner with multiple deadlines and competing requirements.

• Strong written, presentation, verbal, organizational, and interpersonal skills; demonstrated ability to relate well to individuals from diverse backgrounds.

• Demonstration of good judgement, professionalism and the highest standards of ethical conduct. "