Graphic Designer Job Responsibilities:
• Plans and illustrates concepts by designing rough layouts of art and copy regarding arrangement, size, type size and style, and related aesthetics.
• Coordinates with internal teams, including marketing, in the design concept phase through completion of a project.
• Acquires approval of concepts by preparing rough layouts for review.
• Prepares final layout by marking and pasting up finished copy and art.
• Obtains final copy and art by operating typesetting, printing, and similar equipment and by making purchases from vendors when required.
• Ensures operation of design equipment and software by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer’s instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; and evaluating new equipment.
Graphic Designer Qualifications/Skills:
• Strong graphic design skills
• Layout skills
• Analytical skills
• Creativity
• Flexibility
• Attention to detail
• Deadline-oriented
• Desktop publishing tools and graphic design software
• Acute vision
• Time-management skills
• Communication skills