Graphic Designer II

Basis Ed•Scottsdale, AZ

About The Position

BASIS Ed Central Office is seeking talented candidates for a Graphic Designer II to join our Marketing team! Are you a versatile visual storyteller who can balance pixel-perfect print layouts with dynamic web production? We are seeking a Graphic Designer II to join our central marketing team as a key creative engine. In this role, you won't just create graphics; you will translate our outcomes into compelling visual narratives that define the BASIS Charter Schools brand. POSITION SUMMARY As a Graphic Designer II, you will operate at the intersection of traditional design and modern multimedia. You are as comfortable building responsive web elements as you are designing a high-stakes enrollment guide. Working within a fast-paced environment, you will collaborate with Director of Design and our broader marketing team to push the boundaries of educational branding through cohesive, multi-channel design strategies. CRITICAL REQUIREMENT: PORTFOLIO Submission of a professional portfolio is mandatory for consideration. To be successful in this role, your portfolio must demonstrate: Web Production: Experience with responsive layouts, UI/UX principles, and digital landing pages. Video & Motion: Active examples of video editing, motion graphics, or animation. Brand Systems: Evidence of maintaining strict brand consistency across diverse media platforms.

Requirements

Experience: 35+ years of professional design experience in an agency or high-volume in-house environment.
Software Mastery: Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop).
Web & Motion Skills: Proven expertise in Figma or similar UI tools is required.
Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of typography, color theory, grid systems, and the technical requirements of both digital and offset printing.
Project Management: Demonstrated ability to manage complex project lifecycles within JIRA or similar management software.
Education: Bachelors degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or a related field.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with Premiere Pro and After Effect is highly preferred.

Responsibilities

Multimedia Design & Production Visual Storytelling: Create high-impact assets for print, social media, events, and presentations that align with our mission.
Web & Digital Assets: Design responsive web elements and email templates that prioritize user engagement and digital journeys.
Production Excellence: Manage the full lifecycle of print production, ensuring all artwork is press-ready and meets technical specifications.
Motion Support: Collaborate on or execute motion graphics and basic video editing to enhance social and web content as needed.
Brand Stewardship & Innovation Brand Authority: Act as a final guardian of brand standards, ensuring all creative output adheres to established style guides.
Creative Research: Stay ahead of design trends and emerging tech to keep our visual identity fresh, modern, and competitive.
System Development: Contribute to the evolution of our design systems, creating reusable templates and style guides to scale team output.
Collaborative Project Management Strategic Partnership: Work closely with marketing stakeholders to translate enrollment goals into functional design solutions.
JIRA Workflow: Manage multiple concurrent deadlines within our JIRA project management environment with attention to detail.
Mentorship: Provide peer feedback and design guidance to junior team members to ensure a cohesive department-wide aesthetic.