Graphic Designer - San Rafael, United States - Multicultural Center of Marin

Description

The Multicultural Center of Marin, an established and growing community-based organization in San Rafael, CA, seeks an experienced and motivated Graphic Designer.

About

The Graphic Designer reports directly to the Executive Director and collaborates, brainstorms, and strategizes with multiple teams on a wide range of print and digital design materials that may include web pages, presentations, programming collateral, signage, internal communications, newsletters, marketing materials, reports and forms.

The Multicultural Center of Marin works with immigrants and low-income families of Marin County to advance their social, cultural, and economic well-being through self-empowerment programs that encourage participation in the broader civic life of US society.

Our programs promote leadership, economic development, and social, restorative, and environmental justice.


Responsibilities

• Work closely with crossfunctional teams to understand project goals and objectives and brainstorm and strategize with teams to develop creative solutions and concepts for design projects.
• Develop visually engaging designs for print and digital materials based on project requirements and brand guidelines.
• Produce highquality graphics, illustrations, layouts, and templates for various purposes, including web pages, presentations, signage, and marketing materials.
• Provide design support for various departments, including but not limited to marketing, sales, and internal communications.
• Collaborate with content creators and writers to integrate visual elements into written content effectively.
• Ensure consistency and adherence to brand guidelines across all design materials.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to maintain brand integrity and identity in all visual communications.
• Manage multiple design projects simultaneously, prioritizing tasks and meeting deadlines effectively.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to gather feedback and make necessary revisions to designs.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies in graphic design and continuously enhance skills and knowledge through selflearning and professional development activities.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• 5 or more years of experience (academic
  and professional) with
  Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop
• Strong organizational and timemanagement skills for meeting deadlines in a multiteam organization
• Desire to continue building their skill set with education and training

Preferred Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in graphic arts, design, communications, or related field or equivalent years of experience.
• Working knowledge of CSS and HTML
• Knowledge of WordPress and Divi theme, Asana, JotForm
• Working knowledge of MailChimp
• Personal qualities of integrity, credibility, and a commitment to and passion for MCM's mission
• Customer service orientation with the capacity to engage diverse constituencies.
• Spanish language skills a plus.

Physical Duties

• Ability to sit for long periods of time and use a computer

Additional Information

• This is a regular, parttime (20 hours per week), nonexempt position. Work may be performed remotely.

MCM is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to creating a workplace that celebrates and reflects the diversity of our community.

Applicants who contribute to this diversity are strongly encouraged to apply.


Job Type:
Part-time


Pay:
$35.00 per hour

Expected hours: 20 per week


Benefits:

• Retirement plan

Schedule:

• Choose your own hours
• Day shift

Ability to Relocate:

• San Rafael, CA 94901: Relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location:
Hybrid remote in San Rafael, CA 94901