Internal Graphic Designer I

Overview

To design and produce collateral that supports a unified employee communications and branding strategy that aligns with Navy Federal's strategic goals, encourages engagement and strengthens the organization's reputation as an employer of choice. Perform moderately complex/varied tasks with moderate latitude and impact.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute designs and visual branding for internal communication products and services including online, print, multimedia, presentation, display and other interactive collateral
• Participate in strategic/conceptual development meetings with clients to determine project requirements, objectives and creative direction
• Serve as creative resource and point of contact for management on design and branding standards, vendor selection and production methods and timelines
• Present creative concepts to Lead Graphic Designer and Supervisor for communication campaigns
• Create and implement designs for projects
• Serve on teams and task groups for projects/initiatives within the business unit &/or across the organization
• Monitor assigned projects to ensure that goals and objectives are completed according to schedule; collaborate with project teams to ensure all business needs are met
• Incorporate and leverage best industry practices while maintaining alignment with Navy Federal goals and capabilities
• May provide photographic support for internal events/activities
• Support and take occasional direction from colleague(s) who lead design for large scale projects
• Research online libraries for images to support design team projects
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Experience using design programs, creating print and online collateral for Employee Communication campaigns
• Working knowledge of design principles design development standards, techniques and methodologies and ability to apply them
• Working knowledge of design fundamentals such as color theory, typography and composition
• Experience in interactive design, visual design and industry standards
• Experience applying new programs and technologies to design and communication challenges
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment
• Ability to compile, organize and present information clearly and concisely
• Experience in working and participating in cross-functional, multi-dimensional teams and projects
• Experience in working with all levels of staff, management, stakeholders, vendors
• Experience in managing multiple priorities independently and/or in a team environment to achieve goals
• Effective skill exercising initiative and using good judgment to make sound decisions
• Effective verbal and written communication skills
• Effective database and presentation software skills
• Effective organizational, planning and time management skills
• Effective research, analytical, and problem solving skills
• Effective skill exercising initiative and using good judgment to make sound decisions
• Associate degree in graphic design or a related field or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience

• Experience with mainstream InDesign desktop publishing programs, and other Adobe Creative Suite programs including motion graphics and multimedia
• Working knowledge of Navy Federal products, services, programs, policies and procedures
• Bachelor's degree in graphic design or a related field or the equivalent combination of education, training and experience
• Knowledge of AEM