SMS Assist is looking for a Graphic Designer to join our growing team!

Graphic Designer Job Description:

As a Graphic Designer at SMS Assist you will be responsible for executing compelling, meaningful design that “cuts through the clutter” for digital and print  media.

The Graphic Designer’s key responsibilities are to contribute to the company’s visual brand identity through the creation of various materials and advertisements across different print and digital media channels, design original content for the company’s blog in order to position the brand, and drive awareness of the company’s offerings.

As a Graphic Designer you will generate creative marketing ideas and contribute to the development and execution of marketing strategy in order to drive interest and sales leads. The Graphic Designer will be expected to leverage new technologies and media to continue advancing the brand’s presence and reach.

Please note that every applicant to the Graphic Designer position will be asked to provide work samples in order to be considered for an interview.

Roles & Responsibilities of the Graphic Designer

• Design landing / web  pages, brochures, presentations, infographics, banners, web ads, templates and Marketing Communication materials for External and Internal audiences in a timely manner
• Create visually interesting communication templates and designs for internal and external use

• Utilize our content optimization system to create assets for our web team that are mobile-, tablet-, and desktop-friendly and provide a user experience that fits on all three screens

• With assistance from the Creative Director, implement new design initiatives for the SMS Assist brand
• Monitor industry trends to ensure creative strategy remains leading edge
• Collaborate with sales executives to develop compelling sales and marketing collateral, keeping materials consistent with brand image/tone and resonate with executive-level audiences.

• Maintain relationships and communicate with various vendors in the production of all branded materials and merchandise.

• Stay up to date and follow standard templates (e.g., proposals, bids, graphics) to support the business; update as necessary
• Support development and customization of strong, contemporary and diverse marketing collateral and design work
• Provide creative input to project team, including recommendations on design direction, production, and deliverables
• Manage content and graphics in marketing deliverables from project inception to project delivery

Required Qualifications & Education Requirements for the Graphic Designer

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design or Visual Communication, or equivalent
• 3+ years of experience as a Graphic Designer in a professional environment
• Background in designing high-end print marketing materials including brochures, booklets and displays
• Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite products (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator)
• Understanding of the principles and strategies of content marketing
• Experience with social media  and appropriate management software (Hootsuite, SocialFlow, Buffer)
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office programs (PowerPoint, Word, Excel)
• Knowledge of social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, LinkedIn)

• Ability to interact, communicate and present ideas
• Professionalism regarding time, costs and deadlines
• Willingness to learn

Preferred Qualifications for the Graphic Designer

• Understanding of marketing automation platforms
• Proficient in Adobe After Effects and Premier Pro
• Filming, editing and direction for short-format marketing videos
• Marketing and Sales Content Copy Experience
• Experience in creating PowerPoint templates
• Prior experience working with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript

Internally this position will be called Marketing Coordinator, Graphic Design

SMS Assist is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE)

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