Associate Graphic Designer at Garmin International in Olathe, Kansas

Job Description:

Overview

We are seeking a full-time Associate Graphic Designer in our Olathe, KS location. In this role, you will be responsible for providing effective creative solutions for a wide variety of traditional mediums and prepares final artwork for production and may also partner with Art Directors and business partners to perform final layouts on launch and campaign materials.

Essential Functions

• Contributes to the development and visualization of multiple design layouts for basic projects


• Partners with Art Directors to bring original concepts to final layout


• Prepares layouts for final production, including, but not limited to, printer and vendor specs


• Partners with senior team members and business partners to identify and define project parameters


• Finalizes layouts into finished comps for presentation, reviews and approvals


• Offers suggestions for improving processes, standards and guidelines


• Demonstrates a sense of urgency, commitment and focus on the right priorities, works collaboratively and professionally with other Garmin associates, and understands/applies Garmin's Mission, Vision and Values

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree OR an equivalent combination of education and experience


• Excellent academic qualifications with ability to effectively apply learned knowledge


• Efficient in Mac OS computer skills utilizing the Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator) and Keynote


• A portfolio demonstrating exceptional understanding and use of design and layout


• Demostrates knowledge of the application of pre-press production methods and final production follow through


• Good working awareness of vast array of methods and resources to implement an idea


• Demonstrates aptitude to learn and effectively apply knowledge of Communications practices, processes, programs and technology


• Demonstrates the ability to estimate the level of effort for a task


• Demonstrates effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills


• Must be team oriented, possess a positive attitude, work well with others, be detail-oriented and demonstrate the ability to maintain accuracy and a high level of quality in a fast paced environment


• Demonstrates an understanding of effective time management, organizational, and follow up skills


• Demonstrates basic knowledge of Garmin's organization, customers, market segments, products, operations and strategies

Desired Qualifications

• College Degree in Visual Communication, Graphic Design or related field OR equivalent experience

Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran's status, age or disability.

This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits

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