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Cherokee Nation · 23 hours ago

Graphic Designer I

Tahlequah, OK

Full-time

Onsite

New Grad, Entry Level

$19/hr - $19/hr

0+ years exp

Cherokee Nation is looking for a Graphic Designer I to create graphic materials that promote a positive public image. The role involves meeting with clients to determine project scope, developing various graphic materials, and ensuring compliance with branding standards.

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Responsibilities

Meets with in-house clients or creative services manager to determine the scope of a project

Advises clients on strategies to reach a particular audience

Determines the visual message, look and feel the design should portray

Creates images that identify a product or convey a message

Develops graphics, visual images, logos, etc., for print products, websites, infographics, etc

Creates designs either by hand or using computer software packages

Selects colors, images, text style and layout

Magazines layout and publishing

Tracks production projects from inception to completion

Projects may include but aren't limited to brochures, informational flyers, event programs and invitations, t-shirts, advertisements, graphics for web publications and other projects as needed

Presents the design to clients or creative services manager for approval

Incorporates changes recommended by the client and/or the creative services manager into the final design

Reviews designs for errors, typos, branding compliance, etc., before printing or publishing

Maintains compliance with Cherokee Nation identity standards

Maintains high quality and design standards

Maintains and update graphic and image databases

Performs Photography, as needed, including studio work

Other duties may be assigned

Qualification

Graphic DesignAdobe SuiteMarketing DesignPublication ProductionPortfolioMicrosoft Office SuiteApple Products

Required

Bachelor's degree from 4-year college or university in Graphic Design, Journalism, Advertising, Public Relations or a related field; or six years related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience

No additional experience required

Portfolio required

An individual should have knowledge of Graphic Design software, including Adobe Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) as well as be proficient with Apple products and Microsoft Office Suite

Must possess a valid driver's license with a driving history verified through a motor vehicle report that meets requirements for Cherokee Nation underwriting rating

The employee must not be and will not be under sanction by the United States Department of Health and Human Services Office of the Inspector General (OIG) or by the General Services Administration (GSA) or listed on the OIG's Cumulative Sanction Report, or the GSA's List of Excluded Providers, or listed on the OIG's List of Excluded Individuals/Entities (LEIE)

Ability to prepare files for printing of written materials, t-shirts, promotional items, posters, etc. by outside vendors

Must have knowledge and experience in marketing and advertising design and publication-ready production

Must be able to manage multiple projects without any direct supervisory responsibilities