Graphic Designer

$50,000 - $70,000/Yr

The Nature Conservancy - Lansing, MI

Full-time - Mid Level

Lansing, MI

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About the position

The Nature Conservancy is seeking a talented Graphic Designer to join our creative team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong design sensibility and a sophisticated understanding of typography, with at least 5 years of experience in a design studio, agency, or in-house creative department. This role requires a keen eye for detail and a modern approach to design, both for print and digital media. The Graphic Designer will be responsible for preparing files for production, marking up colors for correction, and reviewing proofs to ensure the highest quality output. In this position, you will be expected to maintain a portfolio that showcases your conceptual design capabilities and strong typography skills. You should have a solid understanding of current design trends, as well as familiarity with photographers and illustrators. The ability to translate print graphics to web formats and vice versa is essential, along with expert-level knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud. A basic understanding of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript will also be beneficial. The Graphic Designer will work collaboratively in a team-based environment, engaging with both internal and external partners. You will be responsible for presenting and articulating design solutions to clients, requiring strong communication skills and the ability to write creatively for various audiences. Additionally, experience with motion graphics or video editing is a major plus, as is proficiency in presentation software such as PowerPoint and Keynote. The role demands an independent and organized individual who thrives in a dynamic environment and can make sound judgment calls in various situations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare files for production and mark up colors for correction.
• Review proofs to ensure quality and accuracy.
• Maintain a portfolio demonstrating sophisticated design sensibility and strong typography skills.
• Design for both print and digital media, translating graphics between formats as needed.
• Stay updated on current design trends and apply them to projects.
• Collaborate with internal and external partners in a team-based environment.
• Present and articulate design solutions to clients effectively.
• Write creatively for various audiences, including technical information.
• Organize and coordinate multiple design projects efficiently.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in a related field and 5 years of related experience or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 5 years of experience in a design studio, agency, or in-house creative department.
• Expert-level knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud.
• Strong understanding of print production processes.
• Ability to design for the web with a basic understanding of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Strong, modern approach to typography and design for both print and digital.
• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Experience cultivating and managing client/customer relationships.
• Experience writing, editing, and proofreading.

Nice-to-haves

• Understanding of motion graphics or video editing.
• Experience with presentation software such as PowerPoint and Keynote.
• Multi-lingual skills appreciated.
• Multi-cultural or cross-cultural experience preferred.

Benefits

• Remote work flexibility
• Competitive salary range of $50K to $70K