Graphic Designer

Overview

The Graphic Designer is responsible for producing visual solutions to communications objectives. Use of typeset, photography, illustrations and copy to create layouts / tools such as brochures, advertisements, newsletters, tradeshow displays, sales presentations,video, postcards, email direct marketing, etc. to send a message and create a desired behavior / response from targeted audiences. This person must be comfortable working in a team environment with people with a wide range of skill sets to develop original and provocative conceptual ideas. Ideally, this individual has been working in graphic design for three years or more and has both the attention to detail needed to solve a wide range of communications challenges and a big picture grasp of the potential of graphic design. Maintains a solid understanding of AmTrust’s mission, vision, and values. Upholds the standards of the AmTrust organization.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities: • Develop ideas and concepts, focus on production of ideas and route for approvals• Develop the communications vehicles to invoke desired audience behavior / response• Manage printers, agencies, tradeshow exhibit and other vendors to deadline & budget• Ensure corporate brand standards are met through use of colors, logos, layout templates• Maintain graphical files/libraries of both raw materials (photos, logos, illustration, etc.) and finished product• Develop literature, PPT presentations, proposal books, banner ads, email direct marketing campaigns and varies point-of-sale items in a retail environment• Social media property design & development• Maintain technical knowledge by attending design workshops, viewing competing publications and participating in professional societies• Keeps current with market trends and demands.• Performs other functionally related duties as assigned

Qualifications

Qualifications:• Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, Visual Communications required (or equivalent experience of 3-5 years)• Strong visual aesthetic and design skills, with a high respect for layout and typography• Highly creative, ideas person with a desire for invention /artistic flare & attention todetail• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud including Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat Professional, Premiere Pro and After Effects• Exceptional Portfolio• Fluent in Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, PowerPoint• Ability and desire to quickly learn new skills, technologies and applications• Knowledge of direct marketing eMedia, such as Constant Contact, Exact Target, HubSpot a plus• Strong communication and presentation skills

This job description is designed to provide a general overview of the requirements of the job and does not entail a comprehensive listing of all activities, duties, or responsibilities that will be required in this position. AmTrust has the right to revisethis job description at any time.

 

 

The expected salary range for this role is $50k/yr-$67k/yr

 

Please note that the salary information shown above is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon a wide range of factors considered in making the compensation decision, including, but not limited to, candidate skills, experience, education and training, the scope and responsibilities of the role, as well as market and business considerations.

 

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What We Offer

AmTrust Financial Services offers a competitive compensation package and excellent career advancement opportunities. Our benefits include: Medical & Dental Plans, Life Insurance, including eligible spouses & children, Health Care Flexible Spending, Dependent Care, 401k Savings Plans, Paid Time Off.AmTrust strives to create a diverse and inclusive culture where thoughts and ideas of all employees are appreciated and respected. This concept encompasses but is not limited to human differences with regard to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, culture, religion or disabilities.AmTrust values excellence and recognizes that by embracing the diverse backgrounds, skills, and perspectives of its workforce, it will sustain a competitive advantage and remain an employer of choice. Diversity is a business imperative, enabling us to attract, retain and develop the best talent available. We see diversity as more than just policies and practices. It is an integral part of who we are as a company, how we operate and how we see our future.