Title: Graphic Designer
Classification: Full-Time, Exempt
Location: Des Moines, IA or Storm Lake, IA (Remote work status would be considered for the right candidate).
Minimum Qualifications:
1 - 3 years of graphic design and marketing agency experience required
1 - 2 years of financial institution experience preferred
Degree in Graphic Design or a related field
Mills Marketing is an integrated agency that provides SMART and BOLD strategy for banks, credit unions and the organizations that serve them. We are a knowledgeable, passionate, and experienced marketing agency in the financial industry. We offer competitive benefits, a great team atmosphere, an exciting work environment, and we are looking for someone who wants growth potential in an established, growing company.
This position will be the primary designer on client accounts as assigned and serve as back-up to accounts as needed. This person must also be able to manage projects from start to finish, including concept development, presentations, layout and production, vendor coordination, and communicating/troubleshooting with account team and vendors. A high level of creativity, excellent design skills, and an eye for detail is a must.
This position reports to the Creative Director.
Design complete omni-channel campaigns that include web and print ads, direct mail, email blasts and landing pages, social media graphics, billboards, merchandising (posters, banners, POP, etc.), along with brochure systems, logos, websites, and annual reports
Develop creative concepts and campaign ideas based on direction provided by design leadership and/or account team
Produce high-quality work and assist with overall job quality
Manage projects from start to finish
Contribute in collaborative meetings and work with the account manager and coordinator to achieve client goals
Follow the brand guidelines and style guides to ensure consistency
Search for and research new vendors, apps, and technology for various resources
Support the Creative/Brand Directors and design team with other duties as assigned
Contribute to company-wide goals
Strong knowledge of graphic design principles, such as typography, color theory, and composition
Experience producing all components in a multi-media campaign, including storyboard creation
Experience with digital media, print production, photography direction, brand, and logo development, web design, and more
The aptitude to assess project specifics and help the team create a final product that adheres to client expectations and brand
Proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat, and Microsoft Office
Knowledge of Motion graphics (After Effects, Premier Pro, and XD) and HTML preferred but not required
Work well under tight time constraints and show deadline integrity
Capable of collaborating with and taking direction from design, account teams, and clients
Work with careful attention to detail in a fast-paced environment
Competent planning, organization, and prioritization skills
Positive attitude
Strong work ethic
Good sense of humor in a very fast-paced environment
Mills Marketing is an equal opportunity employer. All persons shall have the opportunity to be considered for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, alienage or citizenship status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, military service and veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws.
The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to perform the job successfully. We recognize that an individual with a disability may require an accommodation to enable him/her to successfully perform a job function. Consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.
BOLD solutions using SMART creative strategy and innovative design.
