First Financial Bank
Job Description
Job Title
Graphic Artist
Status
Full-Time
Reports To
Director of Marketing
Summary
Design or create graphics to meet specific commercial or promotional needs. The position finds the most effective way to get messages across in print and electronic media using color, type, illustration, photography and various print and layout techniques.
Works with the overall layout and production design of web banners, forms, classified ads, promotional displays, packaging, marketing brochures and other publications.
This position will also include clerical duties such as reviewing and proofing work before being sent out for publication.
Typical Job Entry Requirements
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and / or ability required.)
- Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design
- Previous experience in a graphic design position.
- Creativity, communication, and problem-solving skills.
- Extensive knowledge of PC and a familiarity with computer graphics and design software.
Primary Activities
Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)
- Works closely with the Marketing Officer’s in day-to-day functions.
- Interpreting the business needs and developing a concept to suit their purpose.
- Designs web banners, forms, layouts, sizing for advertisements and other publications.
- Estimating the time required to complete the work and providing quotes to internal clients.
- Developing design briefs by gathering information and data through research.
- Thinking creatively to produce new ideas and concepts.
- Using innovation to redefine a design brief within the constraints of cost and time.
- Presenting finalized ideas and concepts to managers.
- Proofreading to produce accurate and high-quality work.
- Working as part of a team with printers, copywriters, photographers, other designers, web developers and marketing specialists.
- Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Competency / Skill Level
The behaviors, knowledge, and motivations important to success in the job.)
- Written and Oral Communication skills
- Initiative
- Customer Service Orientation
- Problem Assessment and Solving skills
- Detail Oriented
- Organizational skills
Key Behaviors
- Provides Proper Telephone Etiquette to Internal / External Customers
- Services Internal / External Customer Requests / Inquiries
- Reviews Required Documentation for Accuracy and Completeness
- Recognizes and Follows Through on referral Opportunities
- Personal Development as Established with Manager
Bank Secrecy Act
- Maintain sufficient knowledge and understanding of the Bank Secrecy Act, Anti-Money Laundering / Anti-Terrorist Financing / PATRIOT Act and OFAC regulations
- To be able to fulfill applicable requirements and responsibilities under the bank’s related policies and programs.
Critical Job Elements
Essential duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)
- Generally good working environment with little exposure to noise, extreme temperatures or other adverse factors.
- Above average physical effort of hand and eye coordination, and dexterity of hand and fingers to work efficiently and accurately.
- Above average mental effort consisting of complexity of decision making, concentration and memory.
- Above average verbal and written communication skills in order to process customer’s transactions accurately.