Graphic Design Specialist

Graphic Design Specialist
Join the leader in professional skin care...

Headquartered in San Jose, California, the company reflects Jan Marini's (www.janmarini.com) commitment to identifying, developing and marketing technologically advanced topical skin care treatments. Jan Marini Skin Research has brought to market technological breakthroughs and formulations previously unavailable to the professional skin care practitioner - and virtually unknown by the mass market. JMSR is a leader in the professional skin care market distributing exclusively to physicians and skin care professionals.

We are currently seeking a seasoned, talented, versatile and highly organized Graphic Design Specialist to shepherd a diverse range of projects, including print, Web, signage and other initiatives, from concept through execution.

GDS Candidate must have significant project management experience, flexibly adapt to changing priorities, perform multiple tasks simultaneously, and be able to design and systematize processes to achieve optimum efficiencies.

Grow your career in an exciting and explosive industry, and work in a stimulating family atmosphere. The successful candidate will have an opportunity to impact one of the most-admired brands in the beauty industry.

The Position:

•Work effectively both independently and as part of a team
•Generate high quality designs within budgets and deadlines
•Set standards for quality and quantity
•Execute designs, production of camera-ready art, plate-ready film and/or electronic files
•Research and interface with vendors
•Maintain company style and branding standards across materials and products
•Proactively recommend improvements in art standards and productivity
•Provide technical leadership
REQUIREMENTS
Key Qualifications:

•5+ years experience
•Strong portfolio and references
•Demonstrated expertise in Web design, including HTML, XML, CSS and familiarity with Flash/Actionscript
•Working familiarity with leading prior design programs such as Quark Xpress, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe InDesign, etc.
•PPT design skills (General MS Office experience a plus)
•Digital photography skills
•Multimedia experience a strong plus
•Knowledge of prepress production and trouble shooting
•Project Management skills
•Outstanding written and oral communication skills

Education:

•Bachelor’s Degree with significant relevant course work