Graphic Designer

DIGITAL XPRESS•City of Albany, NY

15d•$23 - $26•Onsite

About The Position

This position is a mix of both print and (front-end) web design, as well as digital marketing, requiring a high level of attention to detail, excellent time management skills and a team-oriented attitude. This role will report to our Creative Service Manager and assist with print design, layout and pre-press production, web design (UX/UI, planning and front end design, Adobe XD mockups). This position will also collaborate with our marketing team on the development and implementation of digital marketing strategy for use across web, email and social campaigns. Schedule: On-site, Monday – Friday, 8:00am – 4:30pm, 30-minute lunch

Requirements

Self-motivated with critical attention to detail and deadlines
Ability to independently problem solve and prioritize work
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with coworkers and clients
Ability to work well both independently and within a team
Bachelor’s or Associate's Degree in Graphic Design
High level of proficiency in Adobe InDesign is a must, as well as proficiency in the rest of the Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop and Acrobat) on the Mac OS
Experience in MS Office Suite, Outlook & Internet applications; familiarity with time-tracking/project management software
Participation in the company’s drug and testing program is required for employment.
Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working at a computer.
Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Nice To Haves

Minimum 3-5 years of design industry experience
Well-versed in setting up files properly for commercial print and large format print production

Responsibilities

Create press-ready print and digital assets for a diverse client base
Maintain high standards for accurate, consistency, and quality
Manage design tasks within defined timelines and project specifications
Support digital marketing initiatives, both internally and for clients
Collaborate with internal teams and participate in meetings as needed
Assist with the creation of on-brand visual content for email campaigns and social media
Track time and update project status in management systems
Follow internal workflows, systems, and processes
Complete additional responsibilities as assigned
Ensure adherence to company policies, quality standards, safety requirements, and SOC 2 guidelines