Marketing

Lead Graphic Designer

Job Description:

This position reports to the Marketing Advertising Manager and is responsible for designing weekly newspaper inserts

Minimum requirements:

Applicants must have a Bachelor's Degree (B.A.) from a four-year college or university with a concentration in Graphic Design, Marketing, or Communications or an equivalent combination of education and experience. Five years of graphic design experience in an advertising agency or client-side advertising department. Heavy print advertising experience preferred.

Specific duties include, but are not limited to:

• Develops creative concepts and designs for advertising campaigns.
• Creates project layout while maintaining corporate graphic standards with the ability to add creativity when needed.
• Works closely with internal and external customers on a daily basis to translate thoughts and ideas into creative designs.
• Proofs and prepares files for printers.
• Maintains documentation related to graphic design work including filing, managing images and other related documentation.
• Reproduces designs in a mock-up format for presentations and meetings.
• Provides Project guidance to other Graphics Designers in the department.
• Occasional travel required for photo shoots and press checks.

Skills:

• Proficiency in Quark Xpress, InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Microsoft Office
• Strong communication skills
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Able to adapt to new software