Graphic Designer

DEPARTMENT: Communications

POSITION OBJECTIVE: Work with Director of Creative Services in creating a wide range of marketing and policy-related materials that further AFBF’s mission and promote and build the AFBF/FB brand. This includes but is not limited to, flyers, posters, signage, brochures, social media graphics, reports, logos and invitations.

REPORTS TO: Director, Creative Services

LOCATION: Washington, DC; eligible to earn telework 2 days/week

PAY RANGE: $70,000 - $80,000 annually

DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Develop and refine designs with a collaborative, flexible and responsive mindset
• Build strong working relationships with “internal clients” (AFBF staff) and maintain a positive attitude
• Work independently to design, refine and finalize multiple assigned projects simultaneously
• Create project schedules and meet deadlines agreed to by clients
• Maintains tracking and archive system in accordance with established Creative Services protocols
• Serve as an in-house photographer producing headshots and covering events
• Assist in other Creative Services functions and duties as assigned

RELATIONSHIPS:

Collaborate with Creative Services colleagues, Communications team and other AFBF departments with graphic design needs to maintain a reputation of excellence in creative design. Work with external vendors as necessary to deliver high quality products.

EDUCATION OR TRAINING REQUIRED:

• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design

EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS REQUIRED:

• 4-6 years of design experience in an in-house creative department or design firm
• Strong conceptual skills, high-level sense of design, layout, and typography
• Broad thinker who is able to offer a variety of design solutions
• Self-starter with strong time management skills that ensure deadlines are met with minimal supervision
• Advanced proficiency in the latest versions of Adobe CC Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat, and Lightroom) on a Macbook Pro
• Working knowledge and comfort with Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, and PowerPoint)
• Expert knowledge of graphic design production processes and experience with print production
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; a strong team player
• Detail-oriented with excellent organizational skills
• Experience taking quality digital photographs of individuals (headshots) and events (conventions/meetings)
• Knowledge of current design programs and trends for print, online media, and digital photography.

PREFERRED EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/TRAINING/SKILLS:

• Association experience preferred
• Familiarity with agriculture a plus
• Social media and web advertising design experience a plus

OTHER REQUIREMENTS:

• Occasional travel

BENEFITS:

• Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 401(k) and Pension Plans
• Group Term Life Insurance, supplemental coverage available
• Paid Time Off and Sick Leave
• Short- and Long-Term Disability
• Education Reimbursement Program
• Eligible for Company Paid Relocation

TO APPLY:

Please submit a resume, portfolio, and a link to printed samples to [email protected]