Creative Designer 2

Illinois Farm Bureau•Bloomington, IL

1d•$62,000 - $85,250

About The Position

Join us at the Illinois Farm Bureau to become part of an influential leader that has a rich history and vision toward the future of agriculture. We’re excited you’re looking for a career with Illinois Farm Bureau as we advocate for farmers and agriculture. We’re a grassroots organization made up of people who support farms, food and families in Illinois. Apply today to become a vital part of helping us advocate for Illinois agriculture and support Illinois farm families. As a graphic designer at the Illinois Farm Bureau, you play a pivotal role in shaping the organization's mission to promote agriculture and improve the economic well-being of agriculture while enriching the quality of farm family life. Through your creative expertise, you transform complex agricultural concepts into visually engaging materials that resonate with both the farming community and the general public. Our designers are instrumental in crafting compelling visual narratives, from stunning infographics that educate about modern farming practices to eye-catching marketing campaigns that celebrate the heart of America's agricultural industry. In doing so, we bridge the gap between the farming world and the broader public, fostering understanding, appreciation, and support for Illinois agriculture.

Requirements

Typically requires 4+ years of relevant experience or a combination of related experience, education and training.

Responsibilities

Creates graphics that tell stories and enhance news content and various marketing materials.
Creates various design deliverables according to specifications and brand/identity standards.
Handles complex graphic design projects, photo manipulation, pre-press print production and electronic media work as requested.
Effectively communicates and presents design concepts, prototypes, layout, revisions, final design, and templates as needed.
Collaborates with content specialists and IFB staff as needed to understand specifications and organize projects to ensure specifications, deadlines and budget are met.
Assists with marketing efforts and executes creative ideas for campaigns across various media (e.g., broadcast, print, social media).
Exercises professional leadership by keeping abreast of current trends, developments, technology and opportunities within field of responsibility.
Specific projects vary by position and may include consultation services; use of the wide format printer to print, produce and assemble creative projects; coordination of classified advertising and/or additional support to assigned department(s).