Springfield Park District - Part Time Graphic Designer

Graphic Designer is needed in Springfield, United States.

Client: Springfield Park District

Location: Springfield, United States

Contract: Part Time

Job Description

The Part Time Graphic Designer reports to the Assistant Director of Recreation & Marketing. This position is responsible for assisting the Marketing Department with the design and creation of digital content, physical marketing materials, and more. This position must show a strong understanding of the various brand identities of the Park District and effectively promote them.

Specific Responsibilities

• Design digital content for social, website, promotional ads, and email marketing campaigns, etc.
• Develop marketing collaterals such as; brochures, flyers, pamphlets, business cards, posters, advertisements, etc.
• Manage design guidelines, digital assets, and graphic archives.
• Assist with performing photo and video shoots.
• Handle special projects as assigned.
• Skilled in photo editing and videography.
• Solid grasp of design fundamentals, concepts, and best practices.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite programs, especially Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and After Effects.
• All other projects assigned by Assistant Director of Recreation & Marketing.

Required Education, Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Current undergraduate or graduate working towards or has received a degree in Graphic Design, Marketing, or related field.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Skilled Knowledge in the use of design, video, and print concepts.
• Advance skills in Adobe Creative Suite Graphic Design Software, Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat PDF, and After Effects as well as Photography and/or Videography.
• Strong computer background and proficiency required with Microsoft Office 365 preferred, Microsoft Office Word, Excel and Outlook experience required.
• Portfolio selections of sample print, digital, and video design work required during the interview process.
• Must be able to work a non-traditional work week; sometimes including Monday – Friday but could also flex to include nights and weekends.

General Requirements

• Must be able to read and write and have good command of the English language.
• Good oral and written communication.
• Physical capabilities – lifts 50 pounds, squat, bend and move as necessary for the job.
• Must be able to perform basic mathematics.
• Must have basic proficiency of Microsoft Excel and Word.
• Must possess reliable transportation.
• Must possess professional phone skills and work well with the public.
• Must present a neat and professional appearance.
• Responsible to follow policies and procedures outlined in Springfield Park District employee manual.
• Must successfully pass a background check and drug screening.
• Must live in Sangamon County, in the State of Illinois or must be willing to move to Sangamon County in the State of Illinois within the first 6 months of acceptance of a position with the Springfield Park District.

Additional Information

Application & Resumes should be submitted Online: To be considered for a position, all applicants should apply online through our Job Opportunity and Tracking Portal. No paper applications or resumes will be accepted. Go to www.springfieldparks.org and click on Join Our Team to see a full list of job opportunities.