Classification:
Non-Exempt
Job Description:
We are looking for a part-time experienced Graphic Design Specialist to support various client projects. Applicants should have the ability to work from home up to 100% of time with potential to report to a government office in Washington D.C. or meetings at Links Global offices in Maryland.
- Graphic designers should have skills to design and layout a variety of material from magazines and reports to posters and brochures utilizing Adobe Creative Cloud software (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator) and MS Office.
- Design skills should also include basic web design and ability to work with a content management system such as WordPress.
Key Roles and Responsibilities
- Understand and strictly follow client style, branding, and marking guidelines
- Ensure efficient and effective print and multimedia design and layout of print and web publications in accordance with Section 508 (Accessibility standards)
- Work to develop a clear understanding of project visual communication requirements and develop design "roughs" (sketches), illustrations, and infographics
- Prepare comprehensive designs and layouts using design elements in photography, illustration, computer-generated imagery, and text for print and electronic publications
- Layout out a variety of publications including magazines, books, fact sheets, brochures, conference materials, and marketing collateral materials.
Minimum Qualifications, Knowledge, and Experience
Associates degree in Graphic Design, Desktop Publishing, Web Design/Development, or a related field.
- Three (3) or more years' experience working in media arts, laying out publications, and designing websites, working in multimedia;
- Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills and experience using virtual platforms.
- 100% proficient in English
- Strong visual arts design skills with experience using industry-standard tools, including Adobe Creative Cloud software, content management systems, and AV software
- Ability to work with MS Office (Word, PPT, Excel)
- Experience with file-sharing platforms such as Google Drive, Box, or DropBox
- Ability to liaise effectively with senior management personnel, clients, and suppliers
- High level of accuracy and attention to detail.
- Ability to coordinate and/or take on multiple projects simultaneously.
- Ability to learn new and emerging communications technology for media.
- Must be comfortable with taking initiative, able to work under minimal supervision
- Must be able to learn quickly, demonstrate critical thinking, and make situation-appropriate decisions using sound judgment
- Government Suitability Investigation Required
