Graphic Designer/Print Specialist - On -Site Position

About the 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 publicationDevelops creative concepts and builds graphic solutions for customersPrepares/completes the creative concepts, graphic design, pre-press work, and technical specifications necessary to complete projectsCompletes pre-press set up in Adobe based platforms (Acrobat InDesign, Pagemaker, Illustrator, Photoshop) for both Mac and PCCommunicates effectively with customersDevelops and maintains accurate customer files based on production work flowProduces/designs, proofs, and updates materials for customer projectsDevelops as a team player and is critical to the production processConsistently follows up on production activity using various communication methods (telephone, email, etc.)Performs other duties as assignedRequirements Bachelor’s degree in visual communication, graphic design, or a related field preferredTwo years of experience in graphic design or the print industryStrong 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 flowMust demonstrate extreme attention to detail in design workSkilled in copyediting/proofreading and desktop publishingMust be an energetic self-starter who is driven to succeedExcellent written and verbal communication skillsNeat, clean, and professional appearanceWork on-site at our location