Graphic Designer

Roles and Responsibilities
- Responsible for executing creative design solutions that strengthen brand equity and streamline the graphic design process for each assignment.
- Develop graphics and layouts for assigned projects.
- Stay abreast of technological advances in the field of graphic design and the latest design trends that will contribute to quality and efficiency.
- A background in marketing, advertising, company branding preferred.
- Ability to work effectively across inter-department project areas, including authors, editorial, sales and marketing, etc., in order to execute the proper creative direction.
- Responsible for preparing files for press and a working knowledge of offset printing.

Qualifications and Education Requirements
- Bachelor's Degree with focus on Graphic or Communication Design
- 3-5 years industry experience

Preferred Skills
- Proficient in the Adobe Creative Suite including InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Bridge, and CameraRaw.
- A strong working knowledge of the prepress process and print production.
- Ability to articulate ideas clearly and creatively
- Ability to follow directions and process artistic and technical feedback resulting in creative design solutions.
- Experience with packaging design and product development a plus.
- eBook publication experience is desired
- Develops and adheres to graphic standards and branding initiatives.

Additional Skills
- Knowledgeable in Adobe Digital Editions, Calibre and Sigil.
- Studio photography experience strongly desired
- Experience in Web Development & maintenance a plus

KPIs
- Ability to prioritize, track, and complete multiple projects and deliver all assignments on time.
- Develop and adhere to graphic standards and branding initiatives.
- Growth in technology and program knowledge.
- Show continual growth knowledge and growth in their design.
- Ability to work effectively across inter-department project areas including: Authors, Editorial, Sales and Marketing in order to execute the proper creative direction.
- Exhibits core values of respect, integrity and excellence
- Ability to follow directions and process artistic and technical feedback resulting in creative design solutions.
- Lead time per project
- Estimated hours vs. Actual hours per project
- Error rates