Job description
McKinley Marketing Partners’ large and well-known non-profit client in DC is seeking a Graphic Designer for a 6 month+ contract. The Graphic Designer will be responsible for designing or creating graphics to meet specific commercial or promotional needs, such as packaging, displays, print products, electronic products, or logos.
Responsibilities:
- Create layout specifications and animation for electronic products
- Use a variety of mediums to achieve artistic or decorative effects
- Manage projects to budget and schedule
- Work closely with printers, copywriters, photographers, other designers, account executives, website designers and marketing specialist to achieve the final product
- Archive and retrieve artwork and electronic files as well as burning CDs and DVDs as needed
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design or other applicable areas of study
- 3-5+ years’ experience related to graphic design working in a professional business environment
- Expert proficiency with Adobe CS
- Must have knowledge of the latest computer packages and an understanding of material costs and time limits, all of which can impact on the design
- Strong branding, infographics, and typography skills are required
- Ability to manage multiple projects at once and accurately set and meet deadlines
- Up-to-date portfolio required
