Apex Systems Hiring for Graphic Designer Job at Minneapolis, MN Full Time

Job Description:
Please send resumes to [email protected]

We want someone with 3 to 5 years of experience in an Agency setting working on B2B projects. Someone that can hit the ground running and not need a ton of time being trained.

Our client is adding a Graphic Designer to our team! This candidate will work with our Art Director, Program Director, Marketing Director, Account Manager, and clients to collaborate on projects. They will work directly with the Art Director to build out functional branding identities, web design projects, including sitemaps, and other marketing collateral. Additionally, support in the creation of industry leading digital and print campaigns.

Strengths for this position:
Ability to thrive in a collaborative, and entrepreneurial environment

The ability to develop and present UX/UI and brand strategies

Team player with the confidence and personal integrity necessary to earn client and internal team confidence quickly

Possess a drive and curiosity for continuous improvement

Feel comfortable presenting deliverables to clients – verbally and in writing

Ability to take direction from senior staff members

A love of design and technology

Strong understanding and experience with UX/UI

Organizational skills, ability to prioritize, identify and resolve issues – all while being creative and collaborative

Job Description:
As our Graphic Designer, you will work alongside our Art Director and team to create beautiful and functional websites and a variety of other design projects in support of our Marketing Department that are on brand, on trend, on time, mobile responsive, and on budget for our different types of ideal clients. We are a fast-growing company looking for a creative person who can help us expand our capabilities and produce great results for our clients.

Responsibilities & Requirements:
Assist in creating and designing various materials for print and digital collateral

Heavy assistance in developing UX/UI designs for desktop and mobile websites

Assist in developing brand identities

Ensure projects are completed with high quality and on schedule

Prioritize and manage multiple projects within design specifications and budget restrictions

Perform retouching and manipulation of images as needed

Work with a wide range of media and use graphic design software

Assist in the QA process for websites

BA/BS or equivalent working experience

2+ years of experience in website UX/UI, branding, and general design in an agency setting

Knowledge of layouts, graphic fundamentals, typography, print, and the web

Considerable experience using Adobe Creative Suite applications, Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, and Adobe Photoshop

Familiarity with HTML, CSS, and WordPress themes are a plus

Adobe XD experience a plus

Solid understanding of responsive design and development practices

Knowledge and experience in cross-browser testing

Familiarity with Basecamp of other project management and CRM platforms is a plus

A superior creative eye for design and the ability to facilitate a client meeting and present the design concepts

Ability to work independently and in collaboration with the team

Excellent communication skills

Detail oriented

Experience, familiarity with ADA compliance and SEO requirements is a plus

An unwavering drive and curiosity for staying up to date with design and in particular web design and mobile application best practices and pride yourself on state-of-the art, on trend techniques.

Communication:
Keeps Program Director well informed of status of projects

Assists in leading client meetings to present designs

Resolves and/or escalates issues in a timely fashion (red, yellow, green light) to PM

Communicates industry trends to Art Director, tech team, and Program Director

Works with Marketing team on on-going retainer opportunities

Core Values:
Strategic Leadership

Passionate

Purpose

Community

Evolve

Benefits:
Competitive Pay

IRA Contributions, Long-Term Disability Insurance

Dental and Health Insurance

Paid Vacation & Holidays

Reimbursement of LifeLock Identity Security Program

Fun, flexible hybrid office environment and opportunity to work with great team members and clients

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. If you have visited our website in search of information on employment opportunities or to apply for a position, and you require an accommodation in using our website for a search or application, please contact our Employee Services Department at [email protected] or 844-463-6178.