College Assistant Professor of Graphic Design

Graphic Designer (as needed, variable hour) This is a great opportunity for a freelancer, someone who wants additional graphic design work on occasion and is comfortable with variable hours.Considering making an application for this job Check all the details in this job description, and then click on Apply.What You Will Be Doing Our Graphic Designer is responsible for using their design and artistic wizardry to solve a variety of visual communication challenges. When engaged, you will work as part of a project team or teams to help achieve success for each client program. You’ll work closely with our Communication Managers to identify client visual communication needs. You will conceptualize, create storyboards, and design using different styles and approaches for deliverables. Designs will be original and compelling, for both offline and online materials involving a variety of integrated steps and processes. This role is hands-on; you will be responsible for the successful implementation of your creative vision and you will be the point of contact for any creative plan delivered to the client. You’ll also produce reports and create website content and new business proposals that are engaging.Who You Are You are a visual storyteller. You have strong desktop publishing skills, a natural creative instinct, a good eye, and you like to make suggestions and stretch outside of your comfort zone. Just doing the status quo does not suit you. You will rely on your knowledge of design fundamentals, while also demonstrating your creativity, adaptability, and ability to inspire through design. You are a strong communicator who understands how to effectively convey others’ messages to diverse audiences through visual media. You have been blessed with the innate ability to be creative, flexible, and adaptable. You are self-motivated and an independent thinker. You demonstrate sound judgment, often solve problems on your own, and are quite comfortable working on project components with minimal direct supervision to independently design and conceptualize reports, branding, advertisements, marketing collateral, and more. You are comfortable jumping into a project on a moment’s notice and quickly add value. You are proactive, organized, and have the ability to execute and meet demanding deadlines with minimal supervision and guidance. You can easily multi-task and stay on top of all the necessary details. You are the consummate collaborator and the epitome of team players. Perhaps most importantly, you can keep your artistic ego in check to respond quickly to feedback and adapt to dynamic expectations. If you have photography and/or videography experience, that is a plus!Key ResponsibilitiesProfessionally represent D&A Communication interacting with clients and their stakeholdersWork as part of multiple project teams to develop and execute comprehensive communication, advertising, outreach and engagement, and marketing plans for clientsWork closely with Project Managers to identify project design needs, opportunities, and possibilitiesProduce creative and strategic visual content for public outreach campaigns, marketing materials, advertising, web/digital media, etc.Contribute to project team strategic visioning and problem-solvingExercise independent judgment in the preparation of client deliverables with minimal supervisionKeep up to date on the latest in digital and print communication tools and tactics to inform recommended strategiesContribute to internal D&A functions such as firm marketing and new business development activitiesMaintain and manage D&A’s website content and designOther duties, as assignedEducation and ExperienceBA/BFA in graphic design, communication, or related fieldAt least a few years of full-time experience in graphic design for both print and digital media (including web design)You have good working knowledge of HTML5, CSS and or WordPress/Squarespace.Strong talent for presenting complex, technical information in a visually compelling and accessible waySpecialized knowledge of methods and techniques of graphic design, printing, and layoutAdvanced knowledge of Adobe Creative SuiteFamiliarity with Microsoft Office Suite in a Mac environment, as well as Google applicationsExperience working at a Design Firm or Agency (advertising, public relations, or marketing) a plusAbout Us D&A Communications is an equity-first communications agency creating meaningful and lasting social change for 25 years. We are devoted to bridging the needs of diverse communities and our client’s goals through integrated communications, authentic engagement, and public participation programs that create real-world transformation. Our mission is to build human connections and empower all people to make a transformative change that elevates our communities, creating a more just and equitable society.About Our Culture We encourage your ideas and input, and as an equity-first agency, your voice and lived experience make a significant impact both internally and on the communities we serve. We believe in work/life balance and are constantly evolving to meet the ever-changing needs of our employees and our community. We champion making space for our team members to have the freedom to openly and actively contribute their diverse perspectives. We believe that people work best in an environment where they are recognized for their efforts and respected as individuals. We work collaboratively as a team. We measure our success against our values:Courage– We are brave and daringIntentional– We are committed to meaningful workFluency– We are experts in the language of CommunicationsImpact– We believe in doing good by doing betterResilient– We are quick to respond and recover with optimism and convictionCreative– We believe in bold, future-focused ideasWe foster a hardworking, energetic, passionate, creative, and remote-first culture. D&A also promotes a dynamic working environment, offering full-time jobs with no travel requirements and optional remote flexibility. Eligible employees also receive a comprehensive benefits package and competitive compensation that includes medical, dental, and health benefits and LTD, STD, ADD/Life. Benefits include vacation and sick time, holidays, a 401(k) matched by D&A, a professional development stipend, and a monthly phone/internet reimbursement. We strongly believe in and gladly support investing in our employees, their health and well-being, future retirement, and professional development.Application Process: Join Us and Be a Part of Something That Matters Please submit a cover letter, resume, salary requirements, and other necessary information (i.e., link to your portfolio or writing samples) to hr@davisimpact.com. Please include the position you are applying for in the email subject line. No faxed applications will be accepted. Please no phone calls.#J-18808-Ljbffr