As a temporary Graphic Designer at National Inventors Hall of Fame (NIHF) you will be working as a part of the Creative Department. The Creative Department is an in-house team that produces a large variety of print, web design, photography, live-action videos, animated videos, digital advertising, museum displays and social content for external and internal purposes. Your primary focus will be to support our Camp Invention education product but you will also be trained and assigned to a variety of design projects. You will be part of a smaller team that consists of an Education Writer, a Video Editor, and a Motion Graphics Designer. Together you will create an original curriculum for Camp Invention. You will be reporting to and learning from the Lead Designer along with the rest of the Design and Production team. We are looking for someone who is passionate about designing for kids and has a collaborative spirit.
Location: On-site - North Canton, Ohio
Term: One-year project from hire date
Position Responsibilities:
- Design, layout, and formatting of materials including typographic, photographic, illustrative, and graphic elements.
- Knowledge of brand communication and digital marketing.
- Creating the tone for the creative look of an individual module suitable for K-6th grade.
- Translating your design into print, digital and elements for video, to create material for the Campers and Instructors.
- Update design items weekly, based on research feedback.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Mastery of Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop
- Strong knowledge of print production and file preparation
- Strong knowledge of Adobe Animate/Adobe After Effects/HTML
- Strong knowledge of photography, retouching and file management
- Strong knowledge of brand communication and digital marketing
- Medium illustration skills
- Motivated and detail-oriented
- Experience working within brand-guidelines
Software:
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Most used-InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Animate
- Microsoft Office
- Most used-PowerPoint, Outlook, Word, Excel
- Dropbox
- Trello
- Slack
- Canto
Attitude:
- Innovative: Takes initiative for finding solutions to design challenges.
- Open Minded: Has a strong ability to understand creative challenges from many perspectives.
- Self-Motivated: Maintains initiative, self-motivation and willingness to learn.
- Positive: Consistently exhibits enthusiasm and provides positive responses to suggestions and guidance.
- Collaborative: Works well in a group setting and shows respect for supervisors and advisors.
- Creative Problem-Solver: Finds solutions for software, applicable support tools and resources.
- Ability to Shift: Thrives in a fast-paced environment that requires quick thinking and adaptability to changing demands.
- Persistence: Is an A-to-Z designer who is able to see projects through from concept to completion
Credentials and Experience:
- Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or related field
- Minimum of 2 years' experience working as a Graphic Designer
- A Portfolio of your work must be submitted with your resume to be considered for this position.
Why Join the National Inventors Hall of Fame?
- Comprehensive Health Coverage: Enjoy top-tier medical, dental, vision, and insurance plans, along with flexible spending accounts to help pay for any out-of-pocket medical expenses.
- Company-Paid Benefits: NIHF contributes 100% to provide life and disability coverages.
- Secure Your Future: Benefit from our 401(k) plan with up to a 4% employer match and 100% vesting upon initial contribution, ensuring your financial stability and growth.
- Generous Time Off: Take advantage of paid time off, paid holidays, and a year-end closure from December 24th through January 1st to recharge.
- Additional Support: Access Critical Illness, Hospital, and Accident Supplemental Income plans for extra peace of mind.
- Pet-Friendly Perks: Protect your furry friends with our pet insurance plans.
- Flexible Work Arrangements: Enjoy hybrid work and alternate workday scheduling after 90 days, promoting a healthy work-life balance.
- Thriving Work Environment: Be part of a great team environment with ample opportunities for growth and a culture that prioritizes professional development.
