Graphic Designer at AAA Washington in Bellevue, Washington

Job Description:

Graphic Designer



AAA Washington



Are you a talented designer who brings a high level of creativity to everything you do? Do you like the idea of inspiring 1.2 million Pacific Northwesterners to get out and explore? Are you interested in becoming part of a 120-year-old brand that doesn't necessarily act like a 120-year-old brand? If so, we'd like to chat with you more about our Graphic Designer I role.


You must submit a design portfolio (no matter how small!) by attaching a PDF or providing a link. Thanks!



WHAT YOU'LL DO



Works with Senior Graphic Designer to create and develop original designs solutions that are on-target and embodies our brand voice.

Designs for print, web, email, social, video and more, including marketing and sales materials as well as internal communications.

Collaborates with copywriters to create marketing and advertising solutions that communicate core ideas in a clear, effective manner.

Works closely with internal stakeholders across departments (including product managers) to implement and support marketing initiatives.

Works closely with the production manager and other creative team members to follow schedules and established formats.

Regularly attends project-and process-related meetings and contributes in a constructive manner.

Provide proofreading for marketing materials.

Use imagination, talent, and experience to create and execute multiple projects and provide all departments with timely, creative design solutions that are on message for each intended target.

Use advanced concepts of typography, color theory and graphic design to produce quality layouts in accordance with expectations of marketing department managers.

Determine style, technique and medium best suited to produce desired effects and conform with reproduction requirements, or execute specific instructions received regarding these variables.

Formulate conceptual ideas and then render those concepts through thumbnail or other sketches, mock-ups, digitally produced layouts and/or by any other creative means necessary.

Select appropriate type, photos, illustrations, paper and/or other medium for producing each project.

Interpret corporate brand guidelines and work within them, while keeping solutions simple, bold and relevant.

Prepare digital files and mock-ups according to creative department standards for release to various vendors for printing or final production.



WHO YOU ARE



Associate degree (AA) in graphic design or visual communication or equivalent experience

3+ years' experience in print design and digital assets

Bachelor's degree (BA) preferred

Experience with marketing/advertising and collaborating with copywriters, graphic designers, art directors

Competent in Microsoft Office and navigating the internet

Familiarity with MacOS and Mac hardware

Competent entering/manipulating copy within Adobe InDesign and other Creative Suite applications

Ability to plan, design, and present target-specific design solutions

Competent in Microsoft Office and navigating the internet.

Knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite software and use of Apple MacBooks.

Skilled in design using a variety of media and knowledge of print production process.

Ability to adjust style and approach to suit situations that involve rapidly changing tasks, shifting priorities, and simultaneous demands.

Ability to communicate clearly and professionally both verbally and in writing, including effective use of listening skills.

Ability to establish and maintain cooperative working relationships.

Skilled in establishing rapport and gaining the trust of others.

1+ year experience working at a creative agency or on an in-house creative team (preferred)

Familiarity with creative briefs (preferred)



WHO WE ARE



The AAA Washington Creative Team, a welcoming group of folks who laugh about weird movies, bond over the strange things that our pets and/or children do, and go out to lunch whenever we hire someone new (thank you!) We take our jobs seriously enough to do great work for our lovely internal clients, but not so seriously that we get too stressed or need to work outside of work. We're also here to help you grow as a designer and as a creative professional.

The American Automobile Association (AAA) has been a leader in roadside assistance, mobility advocacy and traffic safety for over 120 years. AAA Washington also operates a full-service travel agency and the largest independent personal-lines insurance agency in Washington.


RANKED AS ONE OF WASHINGTON'S 2024 BEST PLACES TO WORK by Puget Sound Business Journal



BENEFITS WE OFFER



Health insurance (medical, vision, dental and prescription drug)

Up to 22 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) in the first year

Eleven paid holidays in addition to PTO

401(k) with Employer Match

Life, Short-Term Disability and Long-Term Disability insurance

Flexible Spending Accounts

Shift differential for nights and weekends

4 Hours of Volunteer Time Off per year

On-Demand Pay / Earned Wage Access

Free Premier RV AAA Washington Membership

Travel, Insurance, and Membership Discounts and Perks

Paid, on-going training throughout your career

THRIVE wellness program

Flexible Work Arrangements

Tax-advantaged commuter benefit

Free parking

Financial Literacy Education



SALARY RANGE



Hourly salary range is $28.27 to $36.73 and offer rate is based on experience.

Opportunity for annual company discretionary bonus based on company performance.



WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS



Hybrid work from home and office required

The physical environment is typical of a standard office space. It requires the employee to work inside for the duration of work. Must be able to remain in a stationary position, sitting for more than 50% of the time. This position will require occasionally moving about inside the office to access equipment, cabinets, etc. May work around office equipment which could be noisy, such as copiers and fax machines.



NOTIFICATIONS



AAA Washington is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse and inclusive staff.

We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States; however, we do not sponsor visas.

We do not provide relocation assistance. The expectation for this position is that the employee lives within our Washington/Idaho service area.

AAA Washington is a drug-free workplace.


If you think you can bring an interesting perspective to our work and drive our creative in fun new directions, hit "apply" now. We look forward to meeting you!

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