Contract Graphic Designer

Richmond.Com - Richmond, VA

Part-time - Mid Level

Richmond, VA

10,001+ employees

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Contract Graphic Designer position at Universal involves creating visually appealing designs that effectively communicate messages across various media platforms. The role requires collaboration with the Investor Relations and Communications team to develop creative assets for both digital and print media, ensuring alignment with brand identity and marketing goals.

Responsibilities

• Develop and design creative assets for digital and print media, including social media graphics, websites, brochures, advertisements, and tradeshow graphics.
• Collaborate with Investor Relations and Communications team to create compelling visual content that supports marketing strategies and campaigns.
• Interpret and translate complex information into clear and visually engaging graphics.
• Ensure all designs adhere to brand guidelines and maintain consistency across all communication channels.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to understand project requirements, target audiences, and desired outcomes.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines and maintaining a high level of attention to detail.
• Stay updated with industry trends, design tools, and software to bring fresh and innovative ideas to the team.
• Provide input and feedback on design concepts and contribute to brainstorming sessions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in graphic design, Visual Communications, or a related field.
• 3-5 years of professional graphic design experience, preferably with a focus on communications.
• Proficiency in software applications such as the Microsoft Office suite; the Adobe suite of desktop publishing (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Premier, and After Effects).
• Experience with executing projects from conception to production.
• Ability to multi-task and manage concurrent tasks and projects in a fast-paced environment.
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to articulate design concepts and ideas effectively.
• Experience in creating designs for various media, including digital, print, and social media.
• Strong portfolio showcasing a range of design projects and a clear understanding of communication through design.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, team-oriented environment.

Nice-to-haves

• WordPress Theme and Plugin Development desired.