Graphic Designer

QUALIFICATIONS/REQUIREMENTS:

1. Bachelor’s degree with a major in commercial/fine art
2. Proficiency with design, illustration, layout, photography, computer graphics and art graphics
3. Three plus years hands-on experience in a corporate environment with experience in a wide range of projects (publications to brochures to newspaper ads)
4. Technical and creative knowledge of design, form, line, color, layout, illustration, photography and printing
5. Macintosh computer skills
6. Highly skilled in Adobe InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop, with a working knowledge of Acrobat Pro, Microsoft Office (Word, Excel & PowerPoint) and Dream Weaver.
7. Firm grasp of print processes including file preparation and color check
8. Must be able to see a project from conception to completion
9. A strong knowledge of photography and photographic processes is also required.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Conceive, design and produce sales literature, sales promotion, incentive club material, advertising material, publications, meeting needs, logos and other graphics for all companies, agencies, and Home Office in a timely manner while maintaining an organized, teamwork based atmosphere.
2. Serve as a key member of corporate brainstorming team for various Corporate Communication projects.
3. Assist with photography needs for annual report, contests, site promotion, catalogues, publications, etc., either on location or the in-house photography studio. As well as candid photography needs for in-house events/meetings and maintenance of/correction to those photos
4. Other artwork as needed by a wide variety of Home Office and Agency clients

Regular and reliable attendance and punctuality is an essential function of this position

Kansas City Life Insurance Company is committed to equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of race, religion, color, sex, age, national origin, disability, or genetic information.