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Hybrid Graphic Designer and Print Production Coordinator bei Kansas Farm Bureau

Kansas Farm Bureau · Manhattan, Vereinigte Staaten Von Amerika · Hybrid

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Description

Develops communication and marketing materials for Kansas Farm Bureau, Kansas Farm Bureau Health Plans and the Kansas county Farm Bureaus. Uses current graphic design software on a PC platform to create visually appealing and effective designs for a wide range of applications, such as ads, signs, social media art, newsletters, displays, websites, logos, and booklets while overseeing all phases of the full print production lifecycle. 


Seeking a creative and detail-oriented candidate who thrives in a fast-paced environment and takes initiative without constant supervision. This role combines visual design expertise with hands-on coordination of print production. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who can manage multiple projects simultaneously, communicate clearly with both internal teams and external vendors, and consistently meet deadlines. 


Responsibilities

  • Design appealing print and digital marketing materials including advertisements, banners, brochures, flyers, posters, signage, websites and social media graphics.
  • Create layouts, illustrations, logos and other visual elements.
  • Collaborates with staff and county Farm Bureaus on print, digital and web designs understanding their requirements, objectives and target audience. 
  • Accepts and provides constructive feedback to improve design iterations.
  • Performs thorough quality checks on final designs to ensure accuracy, visual consistency and adherence to project requirements and brand guidelines.
  • Communicate effectively to ensure the designs meet expectations and align with the project goals.
  • Prioritize and manage multiple projects within design specifications and budget restrictions.
  • Obtains approval of design concepts by preparing rough layouts for review.
  • Produces quality products ensuring projects are completed within deadlines.
  • Organize and manage design files, while maintaining a structured file system, version control and archiving. 
  • Ensure all design assets are easily accessible and properly labeled for efficient workflow.
  • Stays updated on the latest design trends, techniques and software advancements, applying best practices in graphic design to deliver high-quality and modern designs.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in graphic design or a related field and at least three years of professional graphic design experience.
  • A portfolio of recent work that demonstrates the ability to create a range of designs with visually engaging content.
  • Proficiency and hands-on experience in latest version of Adobe In-Design, Photoshop and Illustrator in PC platform. 
  • Knowledge of layouts, graphic fundamentals using fonts, color, type, size and images.
  • Proven ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize effectively and meet deadlines.
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently.
  • Requires a high level of thinking and a desire to create solutions that fit the organization and affiliated companies.
  • Has a demonstrated ability to turn complex technical concepts into easily understood materials.
  • Must be a team player, possess a good work ethic, adaptable, detail oriented and deadline driven.
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills.
  • Needs to stay abreast of industry standard technological advances in the field and be able to identify areas of use in the organization.

Preferred Skills

  • Experience working with commercial printers and understanding of prepress requirements.
  • WordPress and photography experience.
  • Familiarity with project management tools.
  • Basic knowledge of digital marketing platforms.

Authority

  • Makes recommendations to the Assistant Director of Marketing.
  • Has no supervisory authority.

Relationships

  • Communicates with external vendors and printers on a regular basis to ensure deadlines are met and materials are printed to the highest quality.
  • Has frequent contact with Kansas Farm Bureau and county Farm Bureau staff and works with them to seek continuous improvement in designs.

Work Location: In person

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