Graphic Designer

Godfrey & Kahn is seeking a Graphic Designer experienced in both print and electronic media to not only help us maintain some of our current collateral, but also bring new ideas and a fresh perspective to our overall marketing strategy. The ideal candidate will be able to take direction from written or spoken ideas and convert them seamlessly into images, layouts and other designs. This person will demonstrate a high level of creativity, visual sensibility, attention to detail, and adherence to brand standards, and also be able to take direction, suggestion and constructive criticism well.

• Design and produce original graphic solutions, including some copy, to meet marketing objectives in support of strategic communication priorities.
• Identify the most appropriate advertising space based on marketing objectives and budget parameters; handle ad placement and logo requests
• Provide support to the Marketing Technology Manager regarding website content and social media management, and in the creation of content for the internal visual communications screens.
• Fulfill requests for marketing materials. Tasks will include creating, newsletters, client alerts, ads, invitations, PowerPoint presentations, client information packets, and other firm-related collateral.
• Help update and maintain the data integrity of the firm’s contact relationship management system, InterAction.
• Serve as a friendly and helpful resource for day-to-day marketing needs and questions.
• Other tasks as assigned.

• Bachelor’s degree in marketing, advertising, graphic design, communications, or related field 
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly in Photoshop, InDesign and Illustrator (samples of previous work will be required)
• Four to five years of professional design experience in an in-house capacity, marketing firm and/or agency environment, post degree achieved
• Ability to design for digital and print mediums
• Adept at social media
• Experience working with digital marketing technology (CRM system, website and/or email marketing systems)
• Demonstrated creativity, attention to detail, ability to articulate visual concepts and problem solving skills
• Must work well in a fast-paced environment, manage time well and know how to prioritize jobs

Other Requirements:

• Outstanding interpersonal, written and oral communications skills
• Exceptional project management skills 
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated ability to multi-task in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment
• Exceptional client service skills - “can do” attitude, willing to “go the extra mile”
• Ability to take initiative and work independently
• Displays enthusiasm and self-confidence
• Ability to thrive in a team-oriented environment
• Exceptional level of dependability