Summary: Plan, analyze and create visual communication solutions, gather/research information, identifies needs of clients, prepares sketches or layouts by hand or with the computer, present completed designs to clients and assist in printing (pre-press) and occasionally supervise interns.

Essential Duties:

• Plan ideas and draft samples or mock-ups using computer software and/or drawings
• Research job topic to better understand design needs and target audiences
• Work revisions or finalize design for printing
• Communicate with clients about design needs and deadline expectations
• Collaborate with client(s) to ensure designs fit needs
• Prepare artwork for printing/pre-press
• Organize files for data storage and prepare info for billing
• Designs high profile, complex layouts (i.e. brochures, booklets, posters, reports, etc.) for print production
• Performs related duties as assigned

Education and Experience:

Minimum

• Associate's Degree
• 3 years but less than 5 years of previous experience required

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities:

• Extensive knowledge of software, techniques, color theory, typography & methods used in Graphic Design.
• Thorough knowledge of aesthetic concepts and all design principals.
• Knowledge of papers, inks, printing processes (examples - papers: weights and uses - colors: spot versus process)
• Ability to plan and time manage multiple projects, on time and under budget.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Knowledge of other fine arts such as photography and illustration