Design Associate I

SCCU Career•Melbourne, FL

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

At Space Coast Credit Union (SCCU), our members are at the heart of everything we do. Since 1951, we’ve been committed to delivering financial services founded on integrity and a people-first philosophy. As a Design Associate I, you will play a key role in creating visually compelling assets that drive brand awareness and engagement. This position requires a creative, detail-oriented individual with a passion for design, branding, and storytelling. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to bring our marketing campaigns, promotions, and initiatives to life through captivating visuals.

Requirements

A two-year degree in Graphic Design/Visual Communication or equivalent experience required.
1-3 years prior experience in a visual arts or graphic design-related field, internships, or freelance work (supported by portfolio) required.
Proficiency in Adobe Design Tools (Photoshop, Illustrator, & InDesign).
Strong portfolio showcasing a range of design work, including print and digital materials.
4-6 solid design projects that can consist of; Branding (logos, identities) Print materials (flyers, signage, merchandise) Digital ads (paid media/social media) Merchandise Design (packaging) Illustrations (marketing or brand-focused, demonstrating understanding of composition, layout and visual hierarchy) Social Media Content (YouTube videos, Instagram reels, influencer content, photography/videography)

Responsibilities

Execute a variety of pre-production design tasks, such as resizing, asset prep, layout adjustments, and color conversion/correction (CMYK/PMS)
Help build & maintain design templates and customized imagery that align closely with our brand.
Ensure design deliverables are optimized for different channels and devices, maintaining a consistent brand identity.
Assist in the creation of digital assets for digital, print, presentations, marketing materials, social media and internal communications.
Edit and optimize images for various online platforms and campaigns.
Stay updated on digital design trends and best practices to ensure our visual content remains fresh and engaging.
Support the maintenance and evolution of brand guidelines, ensuring consistency across all design materials.
Spearhead multiple design tasks simultaneously, coordinate with Creative Services team & leadership to ensure deadlines and objectives are met.
Conduct thorough quality checks on all design materials to ensure accuracy of copy, color, contrast, and compliance with all brand standards.
Maintain DAM file organization and asset libraries.
Create strong visual clarity in complex, information-heavy materials.