Graphic Designer

Description

The Graphic Designer creates and executes a range of print and digital marketing initiatives to communicate Three Square Food Bank's brand and mission, build community trust, and increase awareness. This position reports to the Director of Marketing & Communications and ensures all creative work meets required specifications. The Graphic Designer works closely with departments across Three Square to support their marketing and communication needs.

• Create and update marketing materials in accordance with Three Square's current brand standards, including collateral pieces such as brochures, reports, invitations, event programs, email signatures, handouts, and posters.
• Design creative for advertising, including print, outdoor boards, and digital media, as well as internal and external employee communications.
• Create presentation materials such as Power Points, one-sheets, and signage.
• Develop designs tailored to the target audience, presenting design concepts with a clear vision and rationale.
• Work with all departments, briefing and advising them on design, format, production, budget, and timeline, and coordinating projects from concept and quotes through proofing and completion.
• Manage project deadlines, provide status updates, and collaborate with supervisor and team members to meet project needs.
• Provide critical proofing of print and digital marketing materials.
• Work with external vendors to establish best pricing, ensure deadlines are met, and confirm materials are printed and produced to the highest quality, interacting with vendors, staff, clients, and partners in a respectful and professional manner.
• Serve as the in-house photographer and videographer for events and on-site visits, including photo and video editing.
• Assist with social media efforts.
• Maintain an organized, easily accessible archive of all marketing materials, photos, and videos.
• Maintain technical knowledge by attending design workshops, reviewing professional publications, and participating in professional societies.
• Provide administrative support as needed.
• Manage confidential information.
• Promote Three Square's mission and vision.
• Maintain regular and consistent attendance.

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, or 4 or more years of equivalent graphic design work experience.
• Proficient in Adobe Design Suite, including Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, and similar programs.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate clearly and persuasively in various situations
• Demonstrates professionalism, compassion, and a passion for members in the community who are impacted by our organization
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing, with strong grammar, writing, editing, and proofreading skills.
• Ability to remain creative, prioritize, and manage multiple projects while producing high-quality work under fixed deadlines.

• Ability to sit, use hands and fingers, talk or hear, and smell continually.
• Ability to stand, walk, and reach frequently.
• Ability to climb or balance, stoop, kneel, or crouch occasionally.
• Ability to frequently lift and carry up to 10 lbs.
• Ability to occasionally lift and carry up to 50 lbs.
• Close vision is required to see computer monitors, read documents, and operate copy and fax machines.
• Distance vision is required to drive an automobile if driving is a requirement of the job

• Work is performed indoors in a climate-controlled office environment.
• Moderate noise levels as found in a business office with computer printers, households with TVs, kitchen appliances, and driving in light traffic.
• Occasionally exposed to outdoor weather conditions when traveling between buildings or attending off-site meetings and events.
• May occasionally enter warehouse areas, with brief exposure to temperature variation, dust, and elevated noise levels from motorized equipment.

Joining Three Square means becoming part of a community-driven mission where your work truly matters, and where together, we can feed everyone. Every task you do, big or small, directly contributes to our mission of pursuing a hunger-free community. You will be a part of a team that shows up for our neighbors, works alongside dedicated program partners, and sees the tangible impact of their…