Full-Time Graphic Designer Position
Salary range (dependent upon experience) $45-55K annually
Culture
A passion for helping communities
Collaboration is a core value
Work with the best local gov nerds around
Flexibility
Unlimited Time-Off
Work remotely
Set your own schedule
Growth
We provide training
We help you find your career path
Learn new skillsets
job responsibilities
Utilize design expertise to create effective and original creative concepts based upon knowledge of typography, color, visual balance, and hierarchy of messaging
Collaborate with the Slate team to ensure that designs align with client brand guidelines and effectively communicate the client’s message
Take direction from the Senior Art Director, Project Manager and clients in order to determine layout design
Design logos, websites, social media visuals, and communication guides for local government organizations and events
Complete projects from start to finish, including the final print-ready and/or programmer-ready production files
Study illustrations and photographs to plan presentation of materials, products, or services
Actively contribute to marketing campaign ideation and execution, staying informed on design and marketing trends. Be innovative in your thinking and design execution.
skills & EXPERIENCE
SKILLS REQUIRED
Diligence – complete a project on time with high quality results
Accuracy – submitting error-free deliverables
Originality – Utilizing creative thought processes to produce solutions
Active Listening – Giving full attention to what other people are saying and asking questions as appropriate
Intelligent Thinking — Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
Speaking — Talking to others to convey information effectively
Reading Comprehension — Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents
Time Management — Managing one's own time
Monitoring — Monitoring/Assessing performance of yourself
EXPERTISE
Commanding knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign, with a basic understanding of Figma or XD
Experience with Premiere and After Effects is a plus
Microsoft Office with a focus on Powerpoint and Word
Document management software —Adobe Acrobat
Not necessary but beneficial to have some experience working in CMS systems such as Wordpress, Mailchimp and Squarespace
Proficient in Mac OS
WHAT IS REQUIRED
At least 1 year of experience in local government communications or a public institution
Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Design or a related field or experience to match
Must already be eligible to work in the US