Graphics Designer — GD12184
Grand Rapids, MI - USA
Job Summary
We are seeking a creative and detail-oriented Graphics Designer to join our team on a full-time contract basis. The Graphics Designer will be responsible for developing engaging visual content supporting marketing and communication initiatives maintaining brand consistency and delivering high-quality digital and print designs that align with organizational goals.
Key Responsibilities:
Create digital graphics marketing materials presentations social media content and other visual assets.
Develop creative design concepts and layouts based on project requirements and brand guidelines.
Design materials for digital platforms print publications presentations advertisements and internal communications.
Apply principles of typography color theory composition spacing and visual hierarchy to design projects.
Edit and enhance photographs illustrations icons and other visual elements.
Collaborate with marketing communications product and internal teams to understand design requirements.
Work with senior designers and creative team members to develop effective visual solutions.
Review and revise designs based on stakeholder feedback and project requirements.
Ensure all completed designs meet quality branding and formatting standards.
Maintain consistency across company branding marketing materials and digital communications.
Prepare and organize final design files for digital and print production.
Maintain an organized library of design assets templates fonts images and source files.
Manage multiple design projects while prioritizing deadlines and changing requirements.
Assist with the development of presentations promotional materials web graphics and other creative content.
Stay informed about current design trends tools technologies and creative best practices.
Support the creative team with design research brainstorming and concept development.
Contribute to improvements in design workflows templates and creative processes.
Qualifications:
Bachelors degree in Graphic Design Visual Communications Digital Media Fine Arts or a related field.
13 years of experience in graphic design visual communications marketing design or a related field.
Strong portfolio demonstrating creativity design fundamentals and attention to detail.
Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud applications particularly Photoshop Illustrator and InDesign.
Familiarity with Figma Canva or other digital design and collaboration tools is preferred.
Strong understanding of typography color layout composition and visual hierarchy.
Excellent creative organizational and problem-solving skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Ability to interpret creative briefs and translate ideas into effective visual designs.
Ability to accept feedback and make revisions efficiently.
Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with creative and cross-functional teams.
Basic knowledge of digital and print production requirements is preferred.
Compensation & Contract Benefits:
Annual Contract Rate: $60000 $80000 per year commensurate with experience qualifications and scope of responsibility.
Schedule: Full-time approximately 40 hours per week Monday through Friday.
Contract Duration: Initial contract assignment with potential for extension or renewal based on business needs and performance.
Flexible Work Options: Remote or hybrid work arrangements may be available depending on organizational requirements.
Professional Development: Access to design training creative workshops professional development programs and opportunities to develop technical skills.
Career Growth: Opportunities to expand responsibilities across graphic design digital media branding marketing and creative production.
Collaborative Environment: Work with designers marketing professionals communications teams product teams and business leadership.
Qualified candidates will be contacted for an interview.
Equal Opportunity Employer: We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment. All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion gender sexual orientation national origin genetics disability age or veteran status.