Senior Graphic Designer

Job Description
JOB DESCRIPTION
Under limited supervision, uses knowledge of current graphic design software to conceptualize and develop high quality, creative and professional-looking marketing and public relations materials. At times, the senior designer may direct the work of interns and/or graphic designers.

Responsibilities
Essential Job Duties:

• Designs and produces marketing materials including flyers, offering memoranda, e-mail blasts, invitations, announcements, presentation boards, maps, stacking plans, aerials, websites, etc. (using corporate branding standards templates).
• Creates and redesigns existing drawings, brochures, floor plans, site maps, as well as creates original camera ready artwork and layouts using scanners, hand drawings and computer software.
• Proofreads copy for spelling, grammar and layout making appropriate changes, responsible for accuracy and clarity of final copy.
• Manages various assignments simultaneously, including but not limited to, camera ready art, design and layout of brochures, overhead and bound presentations, special events information, and special projects.
• Creates and maintains graphic design sample books, to be used as a resource.
• Responsible for tracking workflow, ensuring that jobs are completed in required time frames to client specifications. Keep log and updates regarding various graphic design jobs and progress.
• Determines style, technique, and medium best suited to produce desired effects.
• Troubleshoots employee technical/design problems when needed.
• Remains current in the Graphic Design industry; identifying new traits, techniques, shortcuts.
• Possesses and properly uses knowledge of company policies regarding the company's image and use of the company logo.
• Ability to monitor, manage and execute on a variety of tasks and efforts at different stages of discovery, and execution; handles large request queue; and deliver in fast-paced, deadline driven environment.

Qualifications
Skills, Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in graphic arts, fine arts or multimedia
• Minimum 3 to 5 years graphic design work experience in a corporate creative department, agency or design studio
• Specialized training in design software, (i.e. Adobe Photo Shop, Illustrator, etc.) required
• PC proficiency in MS Word, MS Excel, MS PowerPoint, and additional HTML and Wordpress knowledge required
• Superior organizational skills
• Must have the ability to convey concepts and give design direction through layouts and effective written and verbal communication along with strong business and analytical skills
• Ability to work creatively in a team
• Ability to independently manage projects by establishing and managing to project schedules
• May perform other duties as assigned

Salary: $80,000 - $85,000 annually
The expected base salary for this position ranges from $80,000 to $85,000 annually. The actual base salary will be determined on an individualized basis taking into account a wide range of factors including, but not limited to, relevant skills, experience, education, and, where applicable, licenses or certifications held. In addition to base salary and a competitive benefits package, this position may be eligible for additional types of compensation including discretionary bonuses and other short- and long-term incentives (e.g., deferred cash, equity, etc.).

Working Conditions:
Normal working conditions with the absence of disagreeable elements

Note
: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.

Newmark is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability, protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.