Junior Online Graphic Designer

MDC Holdings - Richmond American Homes

Job Title/Req: Junior Online Graphic Designer - (EW17078)
Location: Denver , CO
Business Unit/Branch: MDC Corporate
Department: National Marketing - Corporate
Employment Type: Full-Time

POSITION SUMMARY BRIEF: Responsible for updating weekly newspaper ads for multiple divisions and managing the production process for all creative materials. Works with Sr. Graphic Designer and management to determine updates for either print or web advertising. Updates marketing pieces for internal use, special events and promotions. Oversees multiple advertising vendors to insure accuracy and timely delivery of creative material.

Essential Job Functions: Updates and submits weekly advertising for RAH divisions. Adheres to graphic standards and branding requirements and standards relating to product and lifestyle photography, color usage, and copy.

Obtains final approval on all pieces before they are sent out. Upholds standards of quality, accuracy and timeliness at all times.

Prepares files and completes production of projects as needed.

Creates mock ups of brochures and comps as needed.

General administrative duties: Phone calls, email, organization, maintaining photography archives, etc.

Scope: Contributes through independent work at the enterprise level. No supervisory responsibility.
REQUIREMENTS
Minimum Requirements: Education: BA in graphic design or related degree

Experience: 0--2 years of graphic design experience (agency experience a plus)

Skill in: Intermediate understanding of Quark and Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator, Flash and Dreamweaver required. Knowledge of Adobe InDesign preferred. Broad understanding of Power Point, Abode Acrobat, and Image-Ready preferred.

Excellent verbal and written communication skills, ability to work in a team environment, professionalism and positive attitude required. Ability to take direction. Ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously. Ability to work in deadline-oriented and fast-paced environment required