Graphics Designer — GD10924 at AMG & Associates Inc. in Springfield, Missouri, United States

Job description

• We are seeking a creative and detail-oriented Graphics Designer to join our team on a full-time contract basis. The Graphics Designer will be responsible for developing engaging visual content, supporting marketing and communication initiatives, maintaining brand consistency, and delivering high-quality digital and print designs that align with organizational goals.

Responsibilities

• Create digital graphics, marketing materials, presentations, social media content, and other visual assets.
• Develop creative design concepts and layouts based on project requirements and brand guidelines.
• Design materials for digital platforms, print publications, presentations, advertisements, and internal communications.
• Apply principles of typography, color theory, composition, spacing, and visual hierarchy to design projects.
• Edit and enhance photographs, illustrations, icons, and other visual elements.
• Collaborate with marketing, communications, product, and internal teams to understand design requirements.
• Work with senior designers and creative team members to develop effective visual solutions.
• Review and revise designs based on stakeholder feedback and project requirements.
• Ensure all completed designs meet quality, branding, and formatting standards.
• Maintain consistency across company branding, marketing materials, and digital communications.
• Prepare and organize final design files for digital and print production.
• Maintain an organized library of design assets, templates, fonts, images, and source files.
• Manage multiple design projects while prioritizing deadlines and changing requirements.
• Assist with the development of presentations, promotional materials, web graphics, and other creative content.
• Stay informed about current design trends, tools, technologies, and creative best practices.
• Support the creative team with design research, brainstorming, and concept development.
• Contribute to improvements in design workflows, templates, and creative processes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, Digital Media, Fine Arts, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of experience in graphic design, visual communications, marketing design, or a related field.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating creativity, design fundamentals, and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud applications, particularly Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
• Familiarity with Figma, Canva, or other digital design and collaboration tools is preferred.
• Strong understanding of typography, color, layout, composition, and visual hierarchy.
• Excellent creative, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to interpret creative briefs and translate ideas into effective visual designs.
• Ability to accept feedback and make revisions efficiently.
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with creative and cross-functional teams.
• Basic knowledge of digital and print production requirements is preferred.

Skills

Required

• Strong attention to detail and accuracy.

Benefits

• Annual Contract Rate: $60,000 – $80,000 per year, commensurate with experience, qualifications, and scope of responsibility.
• Schedule: Full-time, approximately 40 hours per week, Monday through Friday.
• Contract Duration: Initial contract assignment with potential for extension or renewal based on business needs and performance.
• Flexible Work Options: Remote or hybrid work arrangements may be available depending on organizational requirements.
• Professional Development: Access to design training, creative workshops, professional development programs, and opportunities to develop technical skills.
• Career Growth: Opportunities to expand responsibilities across graphic design, digital media, branding, marketing, and creative production.
• Collaborative Environment: Work with designers, marketing professionals, communications teams, product teams, and business leadership.