Graphic Designer

ERCOT • Taylor, TX

23h

About The Position

At ERCOT, our diverse and dynamic work environment provides a platform on which employees can work together to build the future of the Texas power grid and wholesale market utilizing the latest technologies and resources. We encourage you to join our talented, dedicated workforce to develop world-class solutions for today and tomorrow’s energy challenges while learning new skills and growing your career. ERCOT is committed to fostering inclusion at all levels of our company. It is the cornerstone of our corporate values of accountability, leadership, innovation, trust, and expertise. We know that individuals with a wide variety of talents, ideas, and experiences propel the innovation that drives our success. An inclusive and diverse workforce strengthens us and allows for a collaborative environment to solve the challenges that face our industry today and in the future. Responsible for creating appealing visual concepts for branding, marketing, and media channels to communicate business objectives and programs. This role requires collaboration with cross-departmental teams, strict adherence to brand guidelines, and expertise in graphic design tools. Must be able to produce impactful designs from concept to completion, meet project deadlines, and continuously evolve skills to stay current with industry trends and best practices. JOB DUTIES Understands the basic principles, theories and concepts related to the profession and learns how to apply them within the ERCOT culture. Follows standard practices and procedures in analyzing situations or data from which answers can be readily obtained. Contributes to specific objectives and outcomes as directed. ADDITIONAL JOB DUTIES Develops aesthetically appealing visual concepts, graphics, layouts, and illustrations for various media channels Ensures all designs consistently reflect brand guidelines, including typography, color, and messaging Effectively utilizes graphic design software tools to create and refine digital and print materials Communicates with internal staff to gather information to improve user experience and user interaction through graphics Creates graphics to support ERCOT websites, social media channels, and presentations Tests and edits graphic sizes and dimensions on multiple channels and media including mobile and social media platforms Creates wireframes/prototypes, user flow, and process flow to communicate interaction of the design process Demonstrates usability standards in all new and existing projects Must be able to manage multiple projects, from initial concept discussion to final delivery, ensuring timely completion Able to effectively present concepts, incorporate feedback, and revise as necessary to achieve desired outcomes Performs production and quality control of graphic collateral to meet business standards and objectives Brings strong, in-depth knowledge of print design and production processes, with a solid understanding of related components and best practices Creates clear, visually compelling graphics and charts that translate complex technical details and processes into easily understandable visuals Leverages project management and workflow tools to track time, monitor progress, and coordinate work across multiple teams Must have excellent communication and relationship-building skills

Requirements

• Requires minimum 2 years job related work experience in excess of degree requirements
• Requires minimum 2 years of professional experience in graphic or digital design
• Requires strong portfolio demonstrating diverse media range, creativity, and attention to detail
• Requires proficiency with one or more graphic design tools: Adobe Creative Suite, Photoshop, InDesign, AX, or Illustrator
• Bachelor's Degree : Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or related field (Required) or a combination of education and experience that provides equivalent knowledge to a major in such fields is required

Responsibilities

• Develops aesthetically appealing visual concepts, graphics, layouts, and illustrations for various media channels
• Ensures all designs consistently reflect brand guidelines, including typography, color, and messaging
• Effectively utilizes graphic design software tools to create and refine digital and print materials
• Communicates with internal staff to gather information to improve user experience and user interaction through graphics
• Creates graphics to support ERCOT websites, social media channels, and presentations
• Tests and edits graphic sizes and dimensions on multiple channels and media including mobile and social media platforms
• Creates wireframes/prototypes, user flow, and process flow to communicate interaction of the design process
• Demonstrates usability standards in all new and existing projects
• Must be able to manage multiple projects, from initial concept discussion to final delivery, ensuring timely completion
• Able to effectively present concepts, incorporate feedback, and revise as necessary to achieve desired outcomes
• Performs production and quality control of graphic collateral to meet business standards and objectives
• Brings strong, in-depth knowledge of print design and production processes, with a solid understanding of related components and best practices
• Creates clear, visually compelling graphics and charts that translate complex technical details and processes into easily understandable visuals
• Leverages project management and workflow tools to track time, monitor progress, and coordinate work across multiple teams
• Must have excellent communication and relationship-building skills

Benefits

• ERCOT offers an excellent benefits package, which includes health, dental, vision, life insurance, long/short-term disability insurance, long-term care insurance, Section 125 Flexible Spending Account, and a Retirement Savings Plan.
• The medical, dental, vision, and quality-of-life benefits offered by ERCOT are second to none.
• Full-time employees are eligible to enroll in benefits on the first of the month following the date of hire.
• Additionally, 401(k) plans are available to help employees plan for the future.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level