What are the responsibilities and job description for the Graphic Designer/Print Specialist - On -Site Position position at The UPS Store #1005?
The Graphic Designer/Print Specialist candidate will play a crucial role in managing all of our customers print and graphic orders while assisting with high-volume shipping. This position requires not only strong conceptual and creative design skills but also technical proficiency and a collaborative spirit. The ideal candidate will demonstrate expertise in graphic design, project management, and clear communication, ensuring delivery of high-quality visual solutions that meet our customers’ needs. This is an on-site position, requiring 40 hour work week at our location.
The ideal candidate has a Bachelor’s degree in visual communication, graphic design, or a related field; at least two years of experience in graphic design or in the print industry, and is skilled in copyediting/proofreading and desktop publishing. He or she must have full mastery of various software design programs including Adobe-based platforms (Acrobat, InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop) for both Mac and PC.
RESPONSIBILITIES
- Prepares and assembles images and illustrative material and copy and manages layout for publication
- Develops creative concepts and builds graphic solutions for customers
- Prepares/completes the creative concepts, graphic design, pre-press work, and technical specifications necessary to complete projects
- Completes pre-press set up in Adobe based platforms (Acrobat InDesign, Pagemaker, Illustrator, Photoshop) for both Mac and PC
- Communicates effectively with customers
- Develops and maintains accurate customer files based on production work flow
- Produces/designs, proofs, and updates materials for customer projects
- Develops as a team player and is critical to the production process
- Consistently follows up on production activity using various communication methods (telephone, email, etc.)
- Performs other duties as assigned
QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor’s degree in visual communication, graphic design, or a related field preferred
- Two years of experience in graphic design or the print industry
- Strong computer and internet skills (multiple platforms)
- Expertise with Adobe based platforms (Acrobat, InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop)
- Able to manage and optimize workload, prioritize multiple projects, and streamline the production flow
- Must demonstrate extreme attention to detail in design work
- Skilled in copyediting/proofreading and desktop publishing
- Must be an energetic self-starter who is driven to succeed
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Neat, clean, and professional appearance
- Work on-site at our location