Graphic Designer

Job Overview:

We are looking for a talented and creative Graphic Designer to join our team. The Graphic Designer will be responsible for producing visually compelling designs that effectively communicate brand messaging across various platforms. You will collaborate with other team members to create marketing materials, digital assets, and other graphic content that aligns with our brand guidelines and business goals.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design Creation: Develop innovative and engaging graphic designs for print and digital media including websites, advertisements, social media graphics, brochures, banners, email templates, and packaging.
• Branding: Maintain brand consistency across all design projects by adhering to brand guidelines and style guides.
• Collaborate with Teams: Work closely with the marketing, content, and product teams to ensure that the design aligns with campaign objectives, strategies, and visual identity.
• Conceptualization: Create design concepts and mockups based on creative briefs, while taking into account target audience preferences and project goals.
• Client & Stakeholder Interaction: Participate in client meetings or internal briefings, understand project needs, and incorporate feedback into final designs.
• Asset Preparation: Prepare and optimize graphic assets for various formats and platforms, ensuring that files are ready for production (print or digital).
• Trends and Innovation: Stay updated on current design trends, tools, and technologies. Incorporate innovative ideas into design processes to keep designs fresh and relevant.
• Revisions: Incorporate feedback from stakeholders and make necessary revisions to designs in a timely manner.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure high-quality standards for all design work, checking for accuracy, consistency, and functionality before delivering.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

• Education: Bachelors degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• Experience:3+ years of experience in graphic design (internships or freelance work may be considered).
• Proficiency in Design Software: Expert knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, etc.) and familiarity with other design tools like Sketch, or Canva.
• Creativity: Strong creative vision and attention to detail with the ability to think outside the box.
• Understanding of Design Principles: Strong grasp of typography, color theory, layout, and visual hierarchy.
• Communication Skills: Ability to communicate design concepts clearly and effectively to team members, clients, and stakeholders.
• Time Management: Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Portfolio: A strong portfolio showcasing a diverse range of design work, including digital and print materials.

Preferred Skills:

• Motion Graphics: Experience in animation or motion graphics using After Effects or similar software is a plus.
• Web Design: Basic understanding of web design and familiarity with HTML/CSS is a bonus.
• UX/UI Design: Experience in designing user interfaces for web or mobile applications is a plus.

This role is an exciting opportunity for a creative professional looking to contribute to a dynamic and growing company. If you have a passion for design and a portfolio that demonstrates your skills and creativity, we'd love to see your work!

Interested candidates may share their resume at hr@nikbakers.com or hrd@nikbakers.com