Graphic Designer/Communications Specialist

Job Description
Summary: The main function of a Presentation Designer 3 is to represent internal customers/employees. Please understand that this role is heavy in the PPT area and the WD wants to find candidates who would be comfortable with the bulk of their time sitting within that area of elevating their creative at Client on this team.

Position’s Contributions to Work Group:
- As a Presentation Designer, this person’s contribution lies in visually translating complex strategic messaging into compelling designs, primarily in PowerPoint and the 0365 suite.
- The ideal candidate will be able to engage with senior leaders and communications teams members to understand the business challenges and messages to communicate and will have the ability to communicate these ideas effectively through compelling design and layout.
- They collaborate with business leaders, ensuring that the visual representation aligns with the organization’s goals.
- Their work enhances communication, branding consistency, and overall impact.

Job Responsibilities:
- Conceptualization: Collaborate with business teams to capture and interpret the core messages and objectives of each project.
- Design and Development: Create innovative PowerPoint slides incorporating custom layouts, graphics, animations, and multimedia elements. Adhere to brand standards.
- Revision and Optimization: Refine presentations based on stakeholder feedback ensuring all materials are polished and aligned with business goals.
- Project Management: Handle multiple presentation projects from inception through completion, managing timelines and coordinating with other team members.
- Quality Assurance: Ensure all presentation materials meet high-quality standards and adhere to brand guidelines.

Typical Task Breakdown:
- 40% Designing and developing PowerPoint slides & visualizing strategy
* Transform abstract concepts into clear, impactful visuals.
* Create PowerPoint presentations that resonate with the audience.
* Branding Consistency:
- Maintain alignment with established branding guidelines.
- Ensure logos, fonts, and colors adhere to the company’s identity.
- 20% Meeting with team members and stakeholders for briefs and feedback
* Engage with executives and leaders to understand strategic objectives.
* Extract key messaging and vision
- 20% Revising and optimizing presentations
- 10% Researching and implementing new design trends
- 10% Administrative and project management tasks

Interaction with team:
- Team of 6 people and their extended teams and working with various partners according to business needs and priorities.
- Gathering input from those teams to develop content and creating that content to deliver to broader internal team and stakeholders.

Work environment:
- Hybrid would be ideal; ability to be in office for intentional collaboration sessions.

Education & Experience Required:
- Bachelor’s degree in communications, public relations, or applicable field of study with 5 years’ experience.
- Associate degree with a minimum of 7 years’ experience in this capacity.
- Master’s degree will still need a minimum of 4 years’ experience.

Technical Skills
(Required)
- 5 years’ experience in graphic design; skilled writer, previously having experience in published content on a corporate scale.
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft PowerPoint, including mastery of slide templates, transitions, and custom animations.
- Experience with graphic design tools such as Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator.
- Ability to interpret complex data and represent it through clear and impactful visual designs.
- Understanding of branding principles and the ability to incorporate them into presentation design.

(Desired)
- Story telling skills

Soft Skills
(Required)
- Communication Skills:
o Exceptional ability to communicate effectively with stakeholders to understand their needs and present ideas.
o Articulation of design choices.
- Attention to Detail:
o Meticulous attention to detail ensuring accuracy and consistency in all aspects of design.
- Creativity:
o Innovative thinking to convey complex concepts visually.
- Time Management:
o Meeting deadlines and managing multiple projects.
- Collaboration experience/skills
- Self-starter/ someone who has initiative to come up with ideas and strategies.
- Team player

***RESUME WILL NEED TO HAVE THE CANDIDATE’S PORTFOLIO LINK: SPEFICIALY INTERESTED IN POWER POINT/ CORORATE BUSINESS COMMUNICATIONS. ***

Job Type: Contract

Pay: $45.00 - $48.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Graphic design: 5 years (Required)
• Adobe Photoshop: 3 years (Required)
• Adobe Illustrator: 3 years (Required)
• MS PowerPoint (slide templates, custom animations): 1 year (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Peoria, IL 61630: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Peoria, IL 61630