Graphic Designer, 3 - 8 Years

//3877
Full-time•$65k-90k/year (USD)•Washington, United States
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<span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:'Arial Narrow', sans-serif;"><b><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#3fae2a;"><span style="letter-spacing:1.5pt;">LIFE IS TOO DAMN SHORT TO WORK THE WRONG JOB</span></span></span></b><br><br><b><span style="font-size:10pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#3fae2a;">//</span></span></span></b><b><span style="font-size:10pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#828282;">3877</span></span></span></b><b> </b><span style="font-size:10pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">is a boutique design firm committed to providing innovative designs to enhance and enrich the lives of our clients, partners and communities.  More importantly, we are a group of people that loves working together in a dynamic environment chock full of creativity, support, encouragement, hard work and merriment.  We work on amazing hotels, spectacular restaurants, and unique residences. We make it our goal to make any project that crosses our desks be kick-ass in its own way.  We are a small firm with big heart and bigger ambitions; come join our family and help us grow.</span></span><br><br><i><span style="font-size:10pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">WARNING:  This is not your run-of-the-mill architecture / interior design firm office...we work amidst graffiti filled walls, skateboard deck displays, beer on tap [we love our clients] and the occasional 80’s tunes sing off.  If this environment is not your ideal, please feel free to stop reading and recycle this piece of paper.</span></span></i><br><br><b><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#3fae2a;"><span style="letter-spacing:1.5pt;">GRAPHIC DESIGNER</span></span></span></b><br><br><b><span style="font-size:10pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#3fae2a;">//</span></span></span></b><b><span style="font-size:10pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;"><span style="color:#828282;">3877</span></span></span></b><b> </b><span style="font-size:10pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">is IMMEDIATELY looking for a graphic designer with 3 to 8 years’ experience, a damn good attitude, willingness to teach AND learn, serious motivation and a daily quest to do good work while smiling (the ability to quote comedic films is a plus). We are crazy busy with some incredible projects on the table and even better clients on board. We offer great healthcare benefits, 401k and beer on tap. </span></span></span></span><br><br><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span><span style="font-family:'Arial Narrow', sans-serif;"><b><span style="font-size:10pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Specific duties include, but are not limited to:</span></span></b></span></span></span><br>Client Presentations: Formatting design boards, space plans, and digital imagery into cohesive presentation documents. Creating digital images with Photoshop <br>Branding + Marketing: Laying out marketing collateral for client RFP’s, updating website portfolios, and updating employee resumes<br>Studio Operations: Assisting with firm graphic standards + presentation templates and proofreading documents <br><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span><span style="font-family:'Arial Narrow', sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:10pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Manage time [your own and your teams] effectively</span></span></span></span></span><br><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span><span style="font-family:'Arial Narrow', sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:10pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Work in concert with the Architecture + Interior Design teams</span></span></span></span></span><br><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span><span style="font-family:'Arial Narrow', sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:10pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Multi-task and establish priorities in a fast-paced environment</span></span></span></span></span><br><br><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:'Arial Narrow', sans-serif;"><b><span style="font-size:10pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Tangible Requirements:</span></span></b><br><span style="font-size:10pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Diploma from a recognized college in Graphic Design or similar. </span></span></span></span><br><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:'Arial Narrow', sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:10pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">A minimum of 3 years full time experience in a similar position</span></span></span></span><br>Adobe Creative Suite: High proficiency required in InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator <br>Digital Design Tools: Familiarity with Miro and Bluebeam helpful for team collaboration and communication <br><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:'Arial Narrow', sans-serif;"><span style="font-size:10pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Proficiency in MS Office (particularly Word and Excel), email and internet* </span></span><br><span style="font-size:10pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Organization/attention to detail; ability to be proactive and take initiative; ability to work independently without extensive oversight.</span></span><br><span style="font-size:10pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Outstanding communication skills</span></span><br><br><b><span style="font-size:10pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Intangible Requirements:</span></span></b><br><span style="border:none 1pt;font-size:10pt;padding:0in;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Damn good attitude</span></span><br><span style="border:none 1pt;font-size:10pt;padding:0in;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Willingness to teach AND learn</span></span><br><span style="border:none 1pt;font-size:10pt;padding:0in;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Serious motivation</span></span><br><span style="border:none 1pt;font-size:10pt;padding:0in;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Daily desire to do good work</span></span><br><span style="border:none 1pt;font-size:10pt;padding:0in;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Love of design!</span></span><br><br><i><span style="font-size:8pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">* We know, any 5 year old can rock on email and the internet, but our attorney’s made us write this.</span></span></i><br><br><b><span style="font-size:10pt;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Our Benefits:</span></span></b><br><span style="border:none 1pt;font-size:10pt;padding:0in;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Beer on tap</span></span><br><span style="border:none 1pt;font-size:10pt;padding:0in;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Inspiring office space along the Georgetown Waterfront</span></span><br><span style="border:none 1pt;font-size:10pt;padding:0in;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">Wicked talent, super fun people<br><br>At the time of posting our base salary range for this position is $65,000-$90,000, annually depending on experience, qualifications, skills, and education, with eligibility to bonuses.</span></span></span></span><br><br><span style="font-size:11pt;"><span style="font-family:'Arial Narrow', sans-serif;"><span style="border:none 1pt;font-size:10pt;padding:0in;"><span style="font-family:Arial, sans-serif;">We will consider full-time opportunities and part-time (in-office arrangements).</span></span></span></span>

Application Requirements

Candidates must hold a diploma in Graphic Design or a similar field and possess at least 3 years of full-time experience. High proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and strong organizational and communication skills are required.