Graphic Designer - Part Time

NORTHBROOK PARK DISTRICT•Northbrook, IL

5d•$25 - $30•Onsite

About The Position

This position is responsible for assisting with the development and design of a variety of print and digital materials, working collaboratively with the Marketing & Communications team and other internal staff members.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with major coursework in Graphic Design, Marketing, Communications or related field with a minimum of one (1) year of related professional experience.
Proven skills in Adobe Creative Suite, especially InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop
Communicate effectively both orally and in writing
Proficient with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
Productively work in a collaborative team environment
Time management
Attention to detail
Valid Driver’s License
Graphic design
Print communication and production best practices
Graphic design trends
Photography
Proper grammar and punctuation to correctly proofread and compose documents.
Required to sit, stand, walk, bend, talk and hear; use hands and fingers to handle, feel or operate objects, tools, or controls and reach with hands and arms.
Hand-eye coordination is necessary to operate computers and various pieces of office equipment.
Specific vision abilities are required and include close vision and ability to adjust focus.
May occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

Responsibilities

Assist with the creative design of a wide variety of promotional materials for print, digital and large format applications as part of an overarching marketing and communications strategy.
Follow District brand guidelines and standards.
Assist with the in-house production and routing of print materials, including flyers, posters, playbills and newsletters.
Assist with image retouching, layout formatting and file preparation for external advertising placements.
Design, procure materials and build various display cases to market the District’s programs, facilities and services.
Assist with the proofing and review of marketing assets to help ensure accuracy, clarity and compliance with brand guidelines and technical specifications.
Provide photography and video support for a variety of internal marketing and design needs.
Serve as a member of the District’s special event team, working at event tables and taking photos as scheduled.
Perform all job tasks in a safe manner.
Perform other duties as assigned.