United States of America: Graphic & Web Design Associate

Organization: Creative Associates International
Country: United States of America
Closing date: 31 Oct 2014

Graphic & Web Design Associate

Background

Creative Associates International (Creative) is a dynamic and fast-growing professional services firm that specializes in international development in the areas of education, democratic transitions and stabilization in post-conflict environments. Based in Washington, D.C., the firm has a field presence in more than 20 countries worldwide with a strong and diverse portfolio that includes global and bilateral contracts with the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and other U.S. government clients. The firm has earned a solid reputation among its clients and missions worldwide and is well-regarded by competitors and partners alike.

The Graphic & Web Design Associate will support Creative’s efforts by:

• Effectively responding to routine requests with professional, creative and timely products;
• Collaborate with Communications colleagues to support the delivery of creative, fresh and innovative products and services;
• Produce high-caliber graphics for print and web that meet Creative’s communications objectives.

Reporting, Supervisory & Leadership Responsibilities and Characteristics

The Graphic & Web Design Associate reports to the Communications Manager. This is a highly collaborative position that requires a variety of talents, including time management, attention to detail and interpersonal skills.

Primary Responsibilities

The Graphic & Web Design Associate will:

• Be the primary graphic designer for headquarters;
• Develop products in response to requests for a variety of print and online materials (i.e brochures, graphics, infographics, report covers, selected publications and business cards) for use among internal and external audiences;
• Post new content, including banners, to Creative’s soon-to-be-launched website;
• Develop graphic content for Creative’s intranet;
• Manage the design and distribution of internal and external newsletters;
• Collaborate with other Communications team members and Program division staff on special projects that promote the organization and its projects;
• Develop and produce of corporate marketing materials;
• Play a supporting role in the development of project marketing materials;
• Submit of design samples for approval;
• Manage outside vendors, including the solicitation of prices, placing orders and ensuring quality control;
• Support Creative’s photo database;
• Contribute to other tasks requested of the Communications Department, including support of internal and external events;
• Perform some general office duties, such as ordering supplies and handling color printer/copier regular maintenance, related to graphic design.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Design or a closely related field;
• 4-5 years professional design experience;
• Strong aesthetic and attention to detail;
• Competency in specialized Adobe Creative Cloud 2014 design software: Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Adobe Acrobat Professional;
• Ability to work on a Macintosh system;
• Ability to manage social media sites
• Ability to manage multiple tasks in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented setting;
• Experienced in supporting and managing internal and external clients;
• Compelling verbal and written communications skills.

Desired Skills & Qualifications

• High degree of comfort with digital and social media;
• Professional knowledge of pre-press and printing processes/techniques;
• Experience and knowledge of WordPress and/or other content management systems a plus.
• Knowledge and familiarity in web design: HTML, CSS and PHP coding;
• Knowledge and familiarity of Email Marketing Portal such as Contact;
• Proficiency in a second language helpful but not required;
• Photography skills a plus.

Applicants to this position should submit examples of their portfolio; URLs should be included if applicable.

Creative Associates International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Women and Minorities are encouraged to apply. AA/V/D.

How to apply:

Please submit your CV/resume to JeffreyCol@CreativeDC.com.