Graphic Artist and Animator

Gulfstream Park; Florida; On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Gulfstream Park is looking for a talented Graphic Designer & Animator to support various creative campaigns in New York. This in-office position seeks a skilled individual experienced in brand identity and all aspects of design including promotional materials and social media.

Candidates should have a degree in Graphic Design, along with 3-5 years of experience, and be adept with Adobe Creative Suite. Responsibilities include conceptualizing designs, managing multiple projects, and working closely with the marketing department.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of working design experience, including animation and motion graphics.
• Thorough knowledge of layouts, graphic fundamentals, and typography.
• Ability to manage multiple creative projects simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Conceptual development of designs supporting marketing strategies.
• Facilitate creatives from concept to completion across various applications.
• Work closely with the department to generate creative ideas for campaigns.

Skills

Graphic design fundamentals

Animation and motion graphics

Adobe Creative Suite

Time-management skills

Communication skills

Education

Degree in Graphic Design or related field

Job description

Gulfstream Park is seeking a talented Graphic Designer & Animator with a modern mindset and approach to support various creative campaigns. This individual should be skilled in all aspects of design (input/output, promotional materials, website visuals, social media, etc) and experienced in brand identity. Be prepared to develop fresh concepts and ideas and create relevant and meaningful work.

This is a full-time, in-office position.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Conceptual development of designs that support marketing strategies and advance overall brand strategy.
• Facilitate creatives from concept to completion, in a wide range of graphic applications including collateral materials, on-site flyers/posters, environmental graphics, brand identity for print, online, social media, and television media.
• Ability to manage multiple design projects simultaneously and prioritizes accordingly.
• Uphold quality design standards and brand integrity.
• Work closely with the department to generate creative ideas and concepts that support overall campaign goals.
• Illustrate concepts by designing rough layouts/mockups of art and copy regarding arrangement, size, type size and style, and related aesthetics.
• Curate digital and print assets through meticulous file organization.
• Create digital mock-ups and retouch photos for use in collateral.
• Prepare final packaging files for print and production.
• Utilize large format and modern office equipment to print, trim, and deliver necessary materials across departments.

Qualifications & Skills

• Degree in Graphic Design or related field preferred.
• 3-5 years of working design experience, including animation and motion graphics.
• Thorough knowledge of layouts, graphic fundamentals, typography, and graphic design for an array of placements including online, digital, social media, print, and out of home.
• Thorough understanding of Adobe Creative Suite, including but not limited to Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.
• Strong communication and time-management skills with ability to manage multiple creative projects simultaneously, some within tight deadlines.
• Able to work in a fast-paced environment alongside a variety of people and personalities.
• Efficient in operating modern office equipment to facilitate printing, cutting, laminating, and distribution of various on-property creative materials.
• Able to work occasional weekends and holidays according to the needs of business.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

• The physical demands and work environment characteristics described are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly exposed to risks associated with travel between buildings and back and forth to other areas as may be required due to business demands. The employee is occasionally exposed to fumes or airborne particles, including second-hand environmental smoke. The employee may be exposed to the risks associated in attempting to resolve issues with extremely irate or difficult guests or staff members. The noise level in the work environment varies from light to moderate.

Licenses, Certifications, Registration:

Requires a General Occupational License.