Designer - Graphic Designer II Job at Apex Systems in Washington

Graphic Designer II – Visual Designer & Producer

Location: Virtual – Bellevue, WA OR Seattle, WA

Contract Duration: 3 months

Pay Range: $35–$42.00 an hour

Job#: 3011258

Online portfolio of work is REQUIRED.

Job Description: We are seeking an innovative and forward‑thinking Visual Designer & Producer to join our team. The ideal candidate is a visual storyteller with experience designing across a variety of media, including video, infographics, and interactive content. In this role, you’ll be responsible for producing high‑quality AV and digital image assets such as demonstration videos, reference materials, and visual guides. Success in this role requires strong digital content development skills, a keen eye for design and usability, and the ability to communicate complex concepts visually and effectively.

Key Job Responsibilities

• Design compelling graphics, illustrations, animations, motion graphics and layouts for both digital and print materials, including educational content (e.g., eLearning modules, PowerPoint presentations), websites, email campaigns, town halls, and marketing collateral.
• Deliver digital media assets, including photos, graphics, and filmed/animated videos.
• Develop and improve processes to enhance efficiency, productivity, and customer experience.
• Source and develop new story ideas into products that engage our customers.
• Own the creative process from pitch to launch, including scriptwriting, casting, budgeting, editing, music and final cut.
• Continuously innovate and produce visually stunning content that captivates and raises storytelling standards.
• Stay up-to-date with design and video trends, consistently improving content quality and impact.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts or related experience.
• 4+ years of video production and visual design experience.
• Available online portfolio.
• Proficiency in design tools (e.g., InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) and editing software (e.g., Premiere Pro, Final Cut Pro).
• Ability to design in Microsoft Office applications, including Word and PowerPoint.
• Fluent in print and digital production design.
• Knowledge of typographic, web and brand design principles.
• Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; effective team collaborator.
• Passionate about creating visually stunning and engaging content.

Preferred Qualifications

• Self-starter who thrives in ambiguous, fast-paced environments.
• Demonstrated business acumen and customer focus.
• Strong time management, prioritization, organizational, and problem‑solving skills.
• Ability to establish measurable goals and analyze results for continuous improvement.
• Ability to collaborate across teams to build customer‑centric design ecosystems.

EEO Statement

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

Benefits Overview

Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We also provide an Employee Stock Purchase Program (ESPP), a 401(k) plan with a company match after 12 months, a Health Savings Account (HSA) on the HDHP plan, a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program, and other discounts. Our professional development resources include on-demand training programs, certification prep, and a library of technical and leadership courses for employees with six or more months of tenure. Comprehensive benefits and career resources are available to all Apex employees.