Graphic Designer Job at Boys & Girls Clubs of America in Clearwater

Overview
ORGANIZATION MISSION: The mission of Boys & Girls Clubs of the Suncoast is to provide high-quality, out-of-school Club experiences to ensure our young people, especially those who need us most, are on track to graduate from high school with a plan for their future, demonstrate good character & citizenship, and live a healthy lifestyle.

POSITION SUMMARY
Under the supervision of the Chief Marketing Officer (CMO), the Digital Marketing Strategist is a key member of the Marketing team. The Graphic Designer will help us to create visual concepts for a variety of media, including print/digital advertisements, branded/promotional pieces, and fundraising event collateral for both Boys & Girls Clubs of the Suncoast and Boys & Girls Clubs of Tampa Bay.

Under the guidance and support of the Chief Marketing Officer, this person plays a vital part in translating our mission into visually appealing graphic using design software to create logos, illustrations, layouts, and branded materials. The Graphic Designer will collaborate closely with the Digital Marketing Strategists to manage requests and create effective static and animated imagery to increase visibility, spread awareness, and inspire support within local communities.

Responsibilities

Creating and designing various materials for digital and print use.

Preparing rough drafts, presenting ideas, and ensuring final graphics and layouts are visually appealing and on-brand.

Develop graphics, images, videos, decks, and designs using Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, Canva, or other design software.

Working with Chief Marketing Officer to determine tone and messaging for graphic design pieces, projects, and campaigns.

Collaborating with team and peers to develop streamlined approaches for design requests.

Advising best practices and optimizations throughout design projects.

Managing multiple projects within design specifications and budget restrictions.

Qualifications

Degree or advanced degree in related field preferred.

Strong understanding of core design principles, typography, color theory, and branding identity.

Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop).

Understanding of Wix and/or Wordpress website platform or willingness to learn.

Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Photography and videography skills.

Creative flair for content, staging, and graphics.

Organized and able to multitask.

Tech savvy and initiative taking about learning/using new tools.

Travel
Travel will be required to multiple Club facilities throughout Pinellas and Hillsborough County for training and/or other business purposes.

Physical Demands
The physical demands described are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to allow individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, kneel, stoop and use a keyboard. The employee is occasionally required to bend and lift and/or move up to 25 lbs.

Work Environment
The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to high. Flexibility to working schedules may be required due to changing needs.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without discrimination because of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, disability, age, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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