Motion Recruitment - Graphic Designer

Graphic Designer is needed in Getzville, United States.

Client: Motion Recruitment

Location: Getzville, NY

Contract: Contract

Job Description

Grow your career as a Graphic Designer with an innovative global bank in Getzville, NY. This is a contract role with a strong possibility of extension, requiring onsite work during the evening shift (3pm-Midnight). Join one of the world’s most renowned global banks and trusted brands with over 200 years of continuously evolving financial services worldwide. You will work alongside some of the smartest minds in the industry who are excited to share their knowledge and to learn from you.

Contract Duration: 11+ Months

Requirements

Required Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree or Diploma in Graphic Design with 3-5 years of relevant work experience in a corporate environment.
• 3-5 years or more of admin/operational support in a corporate, service-oriented environment, ideally in a financial institution - essential.
• Must provide a portfolio/samples of recent work.
• Advanced knowledge of industry-standard graphic design applications - essential.
• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Excel, and Word).
• Advanced knowledge of the Adobe CC Suite (i.e., Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Acrobat Professional).
• Excellent attention to detail and focus on quality and accuracy.
• Strong interpersonal, customer service, and communication skills (oral and written).
• Ability to work independently with little supervision, as well as part of a team.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, multi-task, and cope with pressure.
• Ability to assess work and make decisions from a technical standpoint and prioritize requests efficiently.
• Readiness to follow processes, policies, and procedures.
• Flexibility, enthusiasm, and willingness to learn new skills and share knowledge with the team.
• Creativity and strong understanding of the fundamental principles of graphic design and layout.

Desired Skills & Experience:

• MapInfo, Adobe Animate, Adobe Audition, and Blender.
• Knowledge of external print processes.

What You Will Be Doing

• Produces a variety of marketing materials (e.g., pitch books, deal books, covers, templates, infographics, etc.) using MS Office and Adobe applications to an advanced level.
• Assists with the production of creative PPT pitch books and offers conceptual and visual solutions to enhance client materials including motion graphics.
• Traces and produces logos, maps, and illustrations.
• Ensures all materials produced are correctly branded as per standards and advises clients on the use of the brand.
• Liaises directly with workflow staff and clients to determine deadlines, job instructions, and design requirements.
• Completes related admin for accurate work billing and job tracking purposes.
• Assists with Intake coordination when required.
• Responsible for quality control of own work, as well as assisting colleagues with QC tasks.
• Buddies new starters post-training.
• Contributes to best production practices through internal initiatives and programs.