Graphic Designer II

$55,000 - $60,000/Yr

Extu.Com - Atlanta, GA

Full-time - Mid Level

Hybrid - Atlanta, GA

About the position

Title: Graphic Designer II Reports to: Art Director Classification: Exempt Workstyle: Hybrid; 3 days in office Location: Atlanta, GA Who we are: At Extu (Formerly known as Incentive Solutions/OneAffiniti) our mission is to “To inspire growth- for our clients and our employees". As one of Atlanta's Best and Brightest Companies to Work For® (11 years and counting!) and a Top Workplaces ® for several years, we take pride in standing out among the rest and enabling our clients to do the same. We do this by providing award winning, incentive marketing strategies, backed by data, and driven through a variety of technology tools and rewards. Both our employees and clients describe our culture as a family that supports and encourages each other to be our best. As a fast-growing technology services company with offices in Atlanta, Austin, London, Manila and Sydney we celebrate creative problem solving and highly motivated individuals. We are a purpose and values-led organization that offers: Working with some of the largest brands in the world, an innovative technology platform, a global company, with global opportunities, and an informal, collaborative work environment with close access to senior management. Job Summary: We are seeking a talented and experienced Designer II to join our creative team. As a Graphic Designer II, you will play a crucial role in conceptualizing and executing design projects across various mediums, ensuring they align with our brand identity and objectives. This position requires a combination of strong design skills, creativity, attention to detail, and the ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the creative team to translate concepts and ideas into visually compelling designs across print, digital, and multimedia platforms.
• Develop and maintain a strong visual identity for our brand, ensuring consistency across all design assets.
• Create engaging and impactful designs for marketing collateral, advertisements, presentations, social media, and other promotional materials.
• Work with developers and UX teams to design and optimize website layouts and graphics to create visually appealing and user-friendly web experiences.
• Prepare print-ready files, collaborate with external vendors, and ensure high-quality production of marketing materials.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions, contribute innovative ideas, and provide design recommendations to meet project objectives.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and design best practices, integrating them into projects as appropriate.
• Effectively communicate design concepts, ideas, and rationale to stakeholders and team members, ensuring clarity and alignment.
• Conduct thorough reviews of design work to ensure accuracy, consistency, and adherence to brand guidelines and project specifications.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in graphic design, visual communication, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
• Minimum of 3-5 years of professional design experience in an agency or in-house creative team.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and other design tools.
• Strong understanding of design principles, typography, color theory, and layout composition.
• Working knowledge of HTML, CSS, and responsive design principles.
• Experience with content management systems (CMS) and web development platforms is advantageous.
• A strong portfolio showcasing a diverse range of design work that demonstrates creativity, technical proficiency, and attention to detail.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team, collaborate with stakeholders, and incorporate feedback into design iterations.
• Excellent organizational skills, ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a proactive and solution-oriented mindset.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate design concepts and ideas clearly and concisely.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with additional design tools beyond Adobe Creative Suite.
• Familiarity with user experience (UX) design principles.
• Knowledge of marketing strategies and branding best practices.

Benefits

• Disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Life insurance
• Flexible Paid Time Off Program
• Continued education opportunities
• Charitable work opportunities
• Employee rewards and recognition program