Join our Team
Kissane Viola Design is looking for an organized and enthusiastic graphic designer/production artist with at least 2 years of professional experience. Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud, and website content management systems.
The ideal candidate must be very organized, and have the ability to prioritize multiple tasks. Must be able to work in a team environment, take initiative when working together or independently, and must have excellent communication skills. Attention to detail is paramount, proofing text and graphic files is a must. Serious Inquiries Only Please!
Key Responsibilities:
Print Design & Production:
Collaborate closely with art directors, designers and developers
Develop visually engaging designs for print materials, including brochures, business cards, posters, and other promotional items.
Ensure all print materials adhere to brand guidelines and maintain a consistent and professional visual identity.
Prepare and completing artwork for print and digital media using the Adobe Suites and a variety of on-line production tools (Canva, Powerpoint, Google Workspace).
Prepare final, press-ready files based on supplied specifications for several types of printing.
Make various formats of supplied artwork production-ready and resolve any artwork issues that arise during production
Provide image retouching, clipping paths and additional image manipulation
Package and prepare files for release to printers or media partners
Create PDFs for print and client review
Maintain production files, including fonts, images, logos and other artwork
Follow a development timeline to ensure tasks are being completed on time
Troubleshoot problems as they arise with both the creative team and the printer
Stay up to date with current graphic design trends, techniques and software
Digital Design:
Design eye-catching graphics for digital platforms, including website elements, social media posts, email campaigns, and digital advertisements.
Collaborate with our creative team to create compelling visuals that enhance on-line presence and engagement.
Prepare images for on-line and mobile applications
Work closely with cross-functional teams, including marketing, content creators, and developers, to understand project requirements and deliver designs that align with overall objectives.
Qualifications:
Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or a related field.
Proven experience as a Graphic Designer with a strong portfolio showcasing a diverse range of print and digital design projects.
Proficient in industry-standard design software (e.g., Adobe Creative Suite: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects, Microsoft Word, Canva).
Solid understanding of print production processes and specifications.
Familiarity with digital design principles and knowledge of web design trends.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.
Communicate with printing companies to ensure accuracy for each print job. Print estimates, request paper samples, set deadlines.
Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within the scope and within the allocated budget.
Communicate effectively and quickly with all of our clients via phone, email, or video conference apps.
Proof read through various print material we create.
Attention to detail is paramount!