Graphic Designer

Kalispel Tribe • Airway Heights, WA

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About The Position

The Graphic Designer assists in the design and production of marketing collateral for Northern Quest and the Kalispel Tribal Economic Authority. The role creates promotional materials in print and digital formats, prepares web graphics and files, and supports logo and brand management. The position coordinates with internal teams and external vendors to complete projects on time, protects company assets, and follows Kalispel Tribe of Indians Internal Controls and NQRC policies and procedures. The position has no supervisory responsibilities.

The role requires five years of full-time related graphic design and production experience, an associate’s degree in Graphic Design, and a portfolio submitted with the application. Work is performed on a Mac platform and may involve tight deadlines and flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays as business needs require. Applicants must pass a timed design skills test, be at least 18 years of age, and obtain and maintain a Work Permit Level I.

The shared, open work area has moderate to excessive activity, traffic, noise, communication, and collaboration. In a casino setting, the employee may encounter tobacco smoke, flashing lights, loud noises, moving mechanical parts, repetitive motions, and extreme cold or heat. Physical demands include lifting or moving objects up to 55 pounds, frequent verbal communication and use of fingers and wrists, sustained standing or sitting, and occasional walking, stair use, lifting, and stooping or crawling.

Requirements

• Five years of full-time related experience in graphic design and the production of printed and/or digital materials.
• Submit a portfolio with the application.
• Experience with Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and familiarity with project management and digital asset management software.
• Ability to create and produce design pieces independently and quickly to meet tight deadlines.
• Knowledge of web design and ability to provide files optimized for web use.
• Competent typing skills.
• Ability to maintain effective working relationships with department heads and team members.
• Ability to solve practical problems and handle situations with limited standardization.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to identify and resolve design issues under pressure.
• Must submit to and pass a timed design skills test when applying.
• Associate’s degree in Graphic Design.
• Must be at least 18 years of age and obtain and maintain a Work Permit Level I.
• Flexible availability, including nights, weekends, and holidays as required.
• Work is performed on the Mac platform.

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the hospitality, entertainment, or casino industry.
• Proofreading and copywriting skills.

Responsibilities

• Follow the Kalispel Tribe of Indians’ Internal Controls and NQRC Policies and Procedures.
• Assist with the conceptualization, design, coordination, and production of promotional materials, including posters, rack cards, ads, newsletters, indoor and outdoor signage, and brochures, in printed and digital formats.
• Create web ads and email graphics and prepare files for web use.
• Assist with logo and brand management, including regulating color and usage.
• Coordinate with in-house and external vendors and teams to ensure timely project completion.
• Ensure control and protection of company assets.
• Maintain good attendance and perform other job-related duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree