Graphic Designer

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,AnswerValue:\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJob Summary \u0026nbsp; \u003c/b\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eExcellent opportunity for a highly versatile and well-rounded graphic design and production professional to join the Corporate Communications Department at Ilitch Holdings. With the organization’s diverse set of companies in the food, sports, entertainment and development industries, this position will entail an exciting and broad range of communications, marketing and production responsibilities. Including, but not limited to internal and external communications, corporate marketing, executive event planning, production and community relations. This role will also have a unique opportunity to work with The District Detroit and Olympia Development marketing and communications team.\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eKey Responsibilities \u003c/b\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eConceptualize and design visuals based on creative brief and client requirements. Be prepared to layout and prepare materials for digital or printed specifications.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnderstand and implement various brand identities to compile targeted presentations, digital ads, infographics, etc.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eAssist and conceptualize brand identities that include color palettes, fonts, logo development, etc.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003ePrepare all required event materials, including schematics, layouts, branding, signage, collateral, presentations, etc.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eCollaborate and execute executive presentations within Microsoft PowerPoint as well as Keynote. Presentations should be dynamic, uniquely branded and thoughtfully crafted based on approved theme and messaging.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eCollaborate with the corporate communications team in helping to provide creative direction and executed designs for company news stories and digital content.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eCoordinate with outside agencies, art services, editorial and digital teams, printers and leaders as necessary.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eKeep an organized schedule to properly and efficiently complete various tasks, account for proofing/reviewing of materials and successfully make deadlines.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eDiscussion and problem solving regarding department practices and procedures with Director.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eMust be able to follow job from beginning (scanning, design, layout and preparing job for print) to end (final pre-press approval).\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eOther duties as assigned.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMinimum Knowledge, Skills and Abilities \u003c/b\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eBachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications or Marketing.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003e4 - 6 years related experience and/or training.\u0026nbsp;\u003ci\u003eAny equivalent combination of experience and training which provides the knowledge and abilities necessary to perform the work\u003c/i\u003e.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003ePossess the highest integrity and ethical standards.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eAbility to lead projects to ensure creative requests deadlines are met.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eProficiency in taking direction and executing changes when necessary.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrganizational ability to track files and progress associated with projects and maintain department’s digital archive.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eAbility to multi-task and be flexible to shift between projects as new priorities emerge, and assist graphic designers with project overflow.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eDiscussion and problem-solving skills regarding department practices and procedures.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eAbility to work on collaborative projects and independently.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eUnderstanding of marketing, production, presentation design, website design, corporate identity, product packaging, advertisements and multimedia design.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eMust have thorough knowledge of graphics related Macintosh software including Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign. HTML, Dreamweaver JavaScript and Flash a plus.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003ePreferred Knowledge, Skills and Abilities \u003c/b\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eKnowledge of sports and entertainment industry. Knowledge of real estate and development industry.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWorking Conditions \u003c/b\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrequent visual/auditory attention.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eExpose to moderate noise level.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003cli\u003e\u003cp\u003eMust be able to sit for long periods of time.\u003c/p\u003e\u003c/li\u003e\u003c/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eThe physical demands and work environment characteristics described here are representative of those a colleague encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.\u003c/i\u003e\u003c/p\u003e,

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Detroit Tigers, Inc.