Graphic Artist Associate Job Quantico area,Virginia USA,Creative Arts/Media

Description

Assist the Staff Graphic Artist by providing graphic art and design support to all departments within MCA to include creation of ads, social media posts, print materials, branding and signage to assist in marketing and fundraising efforts. Design requests and assignments for this position will be coordinated through the Staff Graphic Artist and/or the Vice President of Membership Marketing & Support to ensure project priorities, timelines, and department needs are managed effectively.

Employment type
- Full-time

Schedule
- Monday
- Friday 8am-4:30pm

Hourly rate - $

This job is a civilian position and does not require military service (including commission and enlistment)

Requirements Essential Duties

Assist in developing a variety of graphic design projects for social media graphics, promotional materials, events, and magazines
Assist in developing creative concepts and art direction
Assist in creating designs, concepts, and sample layouts based on knowledge of layout principles and esthetic design concepts
Assist in developing advertisements, illustrations, logos, brands, signage, posters, brochures, and other graphic design elements
Assist in supporting multiple concurrent projects and ensure deadlines are met
Effectively communicate concepts in graphic, visual means
Assist in creating compelling & appealing visual designs for marketing, websites, and print projects
Assist in generating print and multimedia materials for internal and external audiences
Assist all departments in the preparation of images and videos for promotional use
Assist in developing creative, attractive, and effective ads for each publication

Education/Experience

Minimum of an Associate’s degree in graphic design, fine arts, visual communications, or related field
Bachelor’s degree preferred
1-2 years of related experience preferred

Skills & Qualifications

Familiar with some elements of graphic design including Mac platform Adobe Creative Suite;
InDesign, Photoshop, HTML5, Illustrator, MS Office Applications and Dreamweaver. Online and web design experience.
Familiarity with project management
Superior attention to detail
Creative mind
Ability to work independently required
Ability to collaborate with a strategic team

Other Details

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of the job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Work may involve sitting or standing for extended periods of time. Position may require typing and reading from a computer screen. Must have sufficient mobility, including but not limited to bending, reaching, and kneeling to complete daily duties in a timely and efficient manner. May include lifting to 25 pounds as necessary.

The work environment varies by temperature and conditions throughout the facility. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the responsibilities and qualifications required for the position. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, and tasks, which may change and evolve to meet the needs of the department and organization. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities during the application and employment process.

Marine Corps Association is an “at-will” employer. This means your employment may be terminated at any time, with or without notice and with or without cause. Likewise, we respect your right to leave the Association at any time, with or without notice and with or without cause.