Multimedia Designer

As a Multimedia Designer, you will be responsible for designing a wide variety of materials across marketing, digital and media platforms to include design layout, photography, motion graphic production, illustration, video filming and editing, and publication while ensuring brand consistency. Accountable for being a self-starter, capable of delivering brilliant creative ideas, and show amazing attention to detail. Develop the overall layout and production design to include, but not limited to, advertisements, brochures, member emails, videos, online media, and social media. You will be responsible for driving to all Credit Union branches to assist with various marketing projects to include, but not limited to, create animations for branch broadcasting, external signage, various community and employee events, branch branding, events, photography, and video filming on multiple locations.

Direct Reports: None

HOW YOU WILL MAKE AN IMPACT
 

-               Design graphics to meet specific promotional needs such as displays, logos, or imagery for print and digital uses including ads, internal campaigns, events, social media graphics, signs, billboards, newsletters, etc. Plans and illustrates concepts by designing rough layouts of art and copy regarding arrangement, size, type size and style, and related aesthetics.
 

-               Coordinates with internal teams, including marketing, in the design concept phase through completion of projects involving digital data, social media material and design, online material, and other virtual outlets. Create graphical animations to be used for social media, outdoor signs, branch television broadcasting, strategic initiatives, community, and employee events. Film, produce, and edit weekly communications, event highlights, commercials, and various advertisements. Responsible for taking photos of various events and editing for publication and distribution. Draws pen and ink illustrations for murals for branches, portraits, and still-life for marketing deliverables or initiatives.
 

-               Use a variety of resources to achieve artistic or decorative effects and often select the most appealing type, font, size, color, and line length of headlines, headings, and text to determine how images and text work together in a specific layout. Coordinates with outside agencies, art services, and marketing vendors to complete projects and ensure quality production of marketing materials. Collaborate with Copywriters, as needed.
 

-               Works with members in department and interns to train on latest deliverables and support systems for task backup and additional learning.
 

-               Operate and maintain various equipment used in production, design, and editing of materials to include, but not limited to, cameras, printers, and scanners. Ensures operation of design equipment and software by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer’s instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; and evaluating new equipment.
 

-               Acquire and maintain a detailed knowledge of the company’s policies, principles, and strategies, and keep up to date with relevant developments. Stays up to date with marketing compliance and regulations in order to be sure all marketing deliverables are accurate. Keep up to date with the latest software and computer technologies related to graphic and multimedia design.
 

-               Must comply with all company policies and procedures, applicable laws and regulations, including but not limited to, the Bank Secrecy Act, the USA PATRIOT Act, and the Office of Foreign Assets Control, in addition to all Interra policies.
 

WHAT YOU WILL NEED TO SUCCEED

Experience
 

5 years’ experience in graphic design to include experience with Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop.
 

Education / Certifications / Licenses

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Illustration or related field. Must have and maintain a valid driver’s license.
 

PREFERRED SKILLS

• Professional level of verbal and written communication skills are essential to the position.
• Advanced proficiency in a wide variety of applications: Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, PremierPro, Audition), Adobe Freehand, Adobe After Effects, Microsoft Publisher.
• Advanced analytical and project management skills for a variety of tasks or projects.
• Demonstrated high level of creativity and originality, adaptability, and attention to detail.
• Strong graphic design, layout, analytical, time-management, and communication skills.
• Ability to provide world class member service while executing Interra’s vision, mission, and delivery of Core Values.

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS

• Courtesy, tact, and diplomacy are essential elements of the job.
• Work involves personal contact with others inside and/or outside the organization, generally regarding routine matters for purposes of giving and obtaining information, as well as advising or referring, which commonly require shorter discussions.

COMPETENCIES

• Decision Making - Makes sound decisions in a timely manner using critical thinking, problem solving, insights, and experience. Demonstrates sound judgment that proves to be accurate and correct over time.
• Drive Results - Consistently accomplishes goals even under adverse conditions. Has a strong bottom-line orientation. Pushes self and helps others achieve results.
• Functional Expertise - Possesses a sufficient level of technical and professional skill or knowledge in position-related areas; keeps up with current developments and trends in areas of expertise; actively seeks ways to grow and be challenged using both formal and informal development activities.
• Integrity and Trust- Is widely trusted; is seen as a direct, truthful individual; has credibility within their areas of expertise; keeps confidences; doesn’t misrepresent themselves for personal gain.
• Interpersonal Savvy - Relates to and can connect with diverse individuals and groups at all levels within the organization. Externally, builds appropriate relationships and rapport with members and external partners.
• Manage Complexity - Makes sense of complex information, processes, and activities to effectively solve problems. Defines situations accurately before determining problems and formulating approaches to solutions; is able to accomplish complex tasks with minimal guidance or instruction.

ADA REQUIREMENTS

Physical Requirements
 

• Able to bend, sit, and stand in order to perform primarily sedentary work with limited physical exertion and occasional lifting of up to 10 lbs.
• Must be capable of climbing / descending stairs in an emergency situation.
• Must be able to operate routine office equipment including computer terminals and keyboards, telephones, copiers, facsimiles, and calculators.
• Must be able to routinely perform work on computer for an average of 6-8 hours per day, when necessary.
• Must be able to work extended hours or travel off site whenever required or requested by management.
• Must be capable of regular, reliable, and timely attendance.

Working Conditions

• Must be able to routinely perform work indoors in climate-controlled shared work area with minimal noise.

Mental and/or Emotional Requirements

• Must be able to perform job functions independently or with limited supervision and work effectively either on own or as part of a team.
• Must be able to read and carry out various written instructions and follow oral instructions.
• Must be able to complete basic mathematical calculations, spell accurately, and understand computer basics.
• Must be able to speak clearly and deliver information in a logical and understandable sequence.
• Must be capable of dealing calmly and professionally with numerous different personalities from diverse cultures at various levels within and outside of the organization and demonstrate highest levels of customer service and discretion when dealing with the public.
• Must be able to perform responsibilities with composure under the stress of deadlines / requirements for extreme accuracy and quality and/or fast pace.
• Must be able to effectively handle multiple, simultaneous, and changing priorities.
• Must be capable of exercising highest level of discretion on both internal and external confidential matters.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Nothing in the position description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This Job description is not a contract and should not be constructed as a guarantee of employment for any period of time.  Interra Credit Union is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against employees or applicants based on race color, religion, sex/gender, national origin, disability, age, or any other category protected by law.