AEG is hiring: Junior Graphic Designer in Lexington

As a Junior Graphic Designer at AEG, you will be responsible for creating computer-generated graphics, modifying existing designs based on customer specifications, determining layout arrangements, and ensuring the accuracy of print jobs. Your role will require attention to detail and proficiency in design tools like Adobe Illustrator.

To apply for the Junior Graphic Designer position at AEG, you should have 1-2 years of graphic design experience and a high school diploma or equivalent. Proficiency in Adobe Illustrator is essential, along with the ability to prioritize tasks and work independently in a fast-paced environment.

At AEG, Junior Graphic Designers benefit from ongoing training opportunities that focus on enhancing your design skills and understanding of print processes. Additionally, we encourage career development through structured paths, so your professional growth aligns with your personal aspirations.

AEG values work-life balance and offers benefits such as paid vacation and holidays for Junior Graphic Designers. We understand the importance of time away from work to recharge and inspire creativity!

The starting salary for the Junior Graphic Designer position at AEG ranges from $15.00 to $20.00 per hour, depending on your experience and skills, along with performance bonuses and opportunities for advancement within the company.

When answering this question, explain your approach to design challenges, from brainstorming concepts to gathering feedback and making revisions based on client needs. Highlight your proficiency in using design software and how you ensure the final output meets quality standards.

Discuss your openness to feedback and how you use it to improve your work. Provide examples of a time you revised your design based on critique and what you learned from the experience.

Mention your proficiency with Adobe Illustrator, as this is crucial for the role, along with any other tools you're familiar with. Highlight any additional software that enhances your capability in graphic design.

Explain your organizational strategies, such as using task management tools or creating deadlines. Illustrate how you balance deadlines while maintaining quality in your designs.

Share a specific project that showcases your skills as a designer. Discuss the objectives, your approach, the challenges you faced, and the positive feedback you received from the client or audience.

Discuss the resources you utilize, like design blogs, webinars, or online courses. Explain how staying updated with trends helps you bring fresh ideas to your design work.

Describe instances where you've directly collaborated with clients to understand their needs, showcasing your communication skills and your ability to transform client feedback into effective design solutions.

Express your excitement about the fast-paced environment at AEG and your interest in the sign industry. Mention how AEG’s commitment to employee development aligns with your career goals.

Discuss the importance of creativity, technical skills, attention to detail, and effective communication. Highlight how these traits allow designers to successfully meet client expectations.

Explain how you remain calm under pressure and focus on critical tasks to meet deadlines. Share a specific strategy you use to manage time effectively while ensuring quality work.