Graphic Designer/Production Artist

The Graphic Designer/Production Artist will be responsible for producing collateral, print advertising, publications, multimedia presentations, tradeshow materials, web-based artwork, display materials and other marketing related projects. Working directly with the Creative Director and Graphic Designers, the GD/PA will produce materials consistent with CDA branding standards and guidelines.  This is a part-time position working an average of 20 hours a weeks.

Responsibilities & Key Objectives

• Produce print-ready artwork in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, where both  speed and accuracy are required.
• Produce CDA’s Update on a monthly basis, meeting production and printing deadlines in cooperation with editor, writers and production manager.
• Support and uphold CDA’s branding standards on all collateral, advertising, multimedia, tradeshow materials, web projects and other marketing/print jobs.
• Responsible for accuracy and proofing of all materials produced, ensuring that all projects follow the required traffic/proofreading workflow.
• Support the implementation and maintenance of a job archiving/backup/organization system in cooperation with the traffic coordinator.
• Other miscellaneous duties as needed.

BA degree with course work in graphic design, advertising or related field preferred and two to five years’ experience in a design studio/advertising agency/corporate marketing department.

Knowledge, Skills or Abilities

• Thorough knowledge and experience with Macintosh platform and Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft Word and Powerpoint, Apple Keynote and related software. Fluency with web-based software and file preparation a plus.
• Great attention to detail with regard to design, typography, color reproduction, printing methods and standards, proofing systems etc. is required.
• Ability to interact positively and effectively with employees at all levels within the organization, as well as with vendors, suppliers and clients.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills. Ability to express ideas clearly, both written and graphically.