Technical Illustrator

About the position

U-Haul Self-Storage Department is looking for skilled Technical Illustrator to join our team to assist staff Technical Illustrators to execute projects from concept to completion. The successful candidate is desired to participate with all facets of the illustration/design process from initial concepts through effective marketing documents development and experience in multi-team fast-paced enterprise environment. We are looking for a person that can wear many hats, work independently, efficiently, communicate effectively, and has a strong attention to detail. Graphic design and marketing or advertising experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Create marketing materials for corporate and field teams such as: business plan, self-storage layouts, facility maps, navigational facility directories, rate menu boards, and other signage needs
• Interpret construction layout, security plan and diagrams provided to make updates to the current marketing documentation
• Effectively inquire and correspond to all related U-Haul teams with construction development and facility related changes to related documentation concisely and accurately
• Create illustrations derived from security layouts provided for all new development and acquisition projects
• Participate in management of variety of tasks within a tight time schedule

Requirements

• Attending/completed Associate or Bachelor's degree in illustration/design or related field required
• Relevant illustration experience may substitute formal education; knowledge of software illustration programs required
• Working knowledge of file formats/fonts and their functions, file export requirements and developing illustrations and designs
• Portfolio that demonstrates previous illustrations and designs showcasing technical skillset if available
• Successful demonstration of required skillset may be required as part of interview process
• Any fundamental illustration/design experience is preferred

Nice-to-haves

• Proficiency in AutoCAD (preferred)
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office programs (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Benefits

• Full Medical coverage
• Prescription plans
• Dental & Vision Plans
• New indoor fitness gym
• Gym Reimbursement Program
• Registered Dietitian Program
• Weight Watchers
• Onsite medical clinic for you and your family
• Career stability
• Opportunities for advancement
• Valuable on-the-job training
• Tuition reimbursement program
• Free online courses for personal and professional development at U-Haul University
• Business and travel insurance
• You Matter Employee Assistance Program
• Paid holidays, vacation, and sick days
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Life insurance
• Critical Illness/Group Accident
• 24-hour physician available for kids
• MetLaw Legal program
• MetLife auto and home insurance
• Mindset App Program
• Discounts on cell phone plans, hotels, and more
• LifeLock Identity Theft
• Savvy consumer wellness programs - from health care tips to financial wellness
• Dave Ramsey's SmartDollar Program
• U-Haul Federal Credit Union
• Wellness Program