Web/Graphic Designer Part Time Permanent

Global Reach - Ames, IA

Part-time - Entry Level

Ames, IA

Furniture and Related Product Manufacturing

About the position

Global Reach is seeking a creative web/graphic designer with at least 2 years of professional experience for our Ames office. This is an exceptional opportunity to join one of the largest and most established web development firms in Iowa. The ideal candidate will be skilled in web/interactive design, yet also have a familiarity with collateral and identity design. The position is part-time permanent, up to 20 hours a week. In this role, you will design creative solutions, primarily for web, but also for media as needed. You will collaborate with the design team, developers, marketing, management, and sales to discover the best solutions for our clients' needs. Working closely with web developers, you will assist in the deployment of designs, ensuring that the final product meets the highest standards of design excellence with sub-pixel attention to detail. You will be part of a diverse team of internet industry experts at a company that is ranked among Iowa's Top Workplaces by The Des Moines Register.

Responsibilities

• Design creative solutions, primarily for web, but also for media as needed.
• Collaborate with the design team, developers, marketing, management, and sales to discover the best solutions for our clients' needs.
• Work with web developers as needed in the deployment of designs.
• Deliver design excellence with sub-pixel attention to detail.

Requirements

• AA, BA or BFA in Graphic Design, Visual Communications or a related field.
• Minimum of 2 years experience in graphic design, with strong creative background and a portfolio that demonstrates a strong grasp of design principles, color theory, and layout.
• Proficiency in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat, and InDesign.
• Basic knowledge of HTML and CSS; hands-on experience with HTML and CSS is preferred. JavaScript experience is a plus, but not required.
• Solid grasp of web usability and user experience heuristics.
• Strong critical thinking skills demonstrated through the solutions presented in your portfolio.
• Knowledge of how design decisions impact HTML, CSS, and JavaScript, while being able to communicate your choices to the rest of the design team, developers, and the project manager.

Nice-to-haves

• Video/Animation and/or Photography skills are a plus but not required.
• Strong typography skills, including web typography standards and use in collateral.
• Portfolio of your work demonstrating your creative abilities at their best (preferred, PDF otherwise).
• Ability to switch gears easily between multiple projects.
• Desire to learn about new design trends and implement them through your creative vision.
• Can-do spirit and team mentality.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Be constantly passionate about web design, technology, and user experience while inspiring others with your passion.