Job Description
Job DescriptionDescription:
Salary Range: $53,288-$60,900 annually
Hybrid Schedule: 2 days from home and 3 days on-site
Benefits (The Good Stuff)
- 3 WKS+ Vacation Paid*
- 12 Paid Holidays
- 12 PTO Paid Days
- Competitive Health Benefits Package
- Wellness Program Reimbursements up to $50/month
- Short Term Disability at NO COST
- Life Insurance & AD&D 2X Annual Salary at NO COST
- Employee Assistance Program
- Retirement Plan UP TO 6% Employer Funding
- Professional Development Opportunities
- Discounted On-Site Early Childhood Care
- Tuition Assistance for Early Education Degree
- Free Monthly Transit Card
*Vacation amounts may vary based on roles, schedules, and years of service
Help us make a difference in our community. United, we are tackling complex issues and turning contributions into real change. We fight for equitable access to quality education, financial security, and the health of everyone in our community. Join our team and join us in the fight for a stronger Miami!
United Way Miami, Inc. is hiring a Graphic Designer to join our team. As a Graphic Designer, you will be responsible for leading design and production of print and digital materials, as well as other functions of the Marketing Specialty Services department.
Principal Duties and Responsibilities:
- Serve as lead graphic designer for the organization by creating and producing effective and engaging print and digital marketing materials, corporate publications, advertising, and other materials, ensuring adherence to brand standards that abide by marketing strategies.
- Create the visual concept of pictures, art, and designs to reflect the desired theme and tone of the communications.
- Hands-on experience in image editing tools and graphic design software like InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, etc. and the ability to produce print projects with pre-press knowledge
- Ability to perform manipulation and retouching of the images using Photoshop.
- Excellent artistic ability and presentation ideas.
- Ability to suggest and make creative alterations to projects in order to elevate the brand while maintaining brand standards
- Coordinate with the design team to generate new and innovative design ideas
- Design distinctive graphics such as infographics and illustrations to better show information in a quick and easy-to-understand way
- In conjunction with the Senior Director, Marketing Specialty Services, provides creative feedback, advanced-level knowledge, and freelancers as needed
- In collaboration with the Senior Director, Marketing Specialty Services, participates in project planning meetings to discuss and better understand the concepts and design approach needed.
- Collaborate with Marketing and Communications staff to develop compelling and highly-targeted marketing campaigns.
- Ability to work effectively under pressure and meet deadlines.
- Continually seek additional opportunities for professional development to stay on top of advancements in design and development in a marketing capacity.
- Willingness to accept feedback and make necessary changes in part of the design.
- When appropriate, volunteer your time for various after-hours and weekend activities that benefit United Way and the community.
- Due to the leadership role United Way is called upon to play in the community, particularly during times of crisis, it is the expectation that all United Way staff will be fully engaged in the organization’s crisis plan and response efforts.
Requirements:
Education Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in graphic design or equivalent experience.
Experience Requirements: 5+ years of experience as a Graphic Designer.
Technology Requirements: Must have knowledge of modern technology and be able to adapt quickly to new software, browsers, and systems.
Other Essential Knowledge/Skills: Excellent computer skills. Internet marketing competency; excellent interpersonal and oral/written communication skills; excellent organizational and time management skills; ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously. Exceptional creativity and innovation. Accuracy and attention to detail a must. Highly proficient in all design aspects.
Career Growth: We encourage you to grow through formal and informal development programs, coaching, and on-the-job challenges. We want you to ask questions, take chances, and explore the possible.
Apply with confidence! Research indicates that individuals may hesitate if they don't meet every requirement. If you're enthusiastic about a role, apply, even if your experience or education isn't an exact match. You could be the perfect fit for this position or discover other exciting opportunities within our organization. Please note that while some roles may have specific requirements for funding eligibility, we STILL encourage you to explore our job opportunities