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Posted on:
17th of May 2015 at 6:43 PM
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Expires in:
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Production Artist/Graphic Design Coordinator
TYPE OF EMPLOYMENT: Regular Part-time
DAYS/HOURS: 3 days per week/24 hours
SALARY: $20.00 per hour
START DATE: Open
END DATE: Open
CLASSIFICATION: Non-exempt
JOB SUMMARY:
Under supervision of the Manager, Creative Services, Production Artist/Graphic Designer is responsible for creating and manipulating deliverables that drive the Oakland Zoo marketing department’s strategic goals. Liaise with Marketing Team as well as outside vendors and internal customers in support of the creative process. Assists Manager, Creative Services, with banners, billboards, flyers, web graphics, and overall creative content for Oakland Zoo. Works cooperatively with Education Department in layout and production of Volunteer Newsletter. Updates permanent and temporary replacement signage within Knowland Park as needed. Coordinate with Senior Manager, Marketing & Communications, on content updates to websites created in Adobe Muse, WordPress, and HTML (using customized CMS). Responsibilities also include social media, calendar listings, and updating Zoo’s online calendar. In addition, supports various marketing, advertising, filming, and event projects as assigned. Liaise, as needed, with other Zoo departments to provide creative materials. Upholds the mission and values established by the East Bay Zoological Society (the “Zoo”) and adheres to policies and procedures as set forth by the Zoo.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Supports creative process and adheres to the Marketing Department’s strategic plan. Attends scheduled Marketing Input Kick-off and Creative Review Update meetings to satisfy marketing plan, creative integrity, and follow timelines for deliverables.
Provides in-house final, print-ready creative for publications, signage, advertising and promotional materials. Communicates necessary information and coordinates associated meetings and deadlines.
Prepare weekly updates on projects assigned.
Assist Manager, Creative Services, with day-to-day requests as needed.
Demonstrates superior customer service with customers, both internal (i.e. co-workers) and external.
Demonstrates knowledge of, and supports, the East Bay Zoological Society’s mission, vision, value statements, standards, policies and procedures, operating instructions, confidentiality standards, and codes of behavior.
Performs other related duties as required and assigned.
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES:
Expert knowledge of Adobe InDesign (CC version).
Strong working knowledge of the Adobe Creative Cloud, to include: PhotoShop, Illustrator, Acrobat and Muse.
Knowledge of large file transfers, Dropbox, FTP, etc.
Strong oral and written communication skills.
Understanding of Microsoft Office Suite.
Excellent organization, time management and follow-up skills.
High sense of urgency.
Demonstrated ability to successfully handle multiple projects concurrently.
Ability to work independently and within a team.
Flexible to ever changing priorities and urgencies.
A can-do attitude is a must.
MINIMUM EDUCATION LEVEL:
High School diploma or GED required.
Bachelor’s degree highly preferred.
EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
At least 2 or more years of graphic design experience.
Experience with non-profit industry a plus.
DISCLAIMER:
Please note that this job description intends to describe the general nature and level of work being performed and the people or person assigned to this job. It is not to be construed as a exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and/or skills required of the personnel fpr this position. The order in which duties and responsibilities are listed is not significant, and personnel may be reqired to perform duties beyond this list or outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time or as needed.
TO APPLY:
Email your resume and cover letter to nmora@oaklandzoo.org
If you choose to apply via email, please remember to put the title of the position in your subject — failure to do so may result in your application not being seen/forwarded to the correct party for review.
You may also download an application by going to our website http://www.oaklandzoo.org (under “Employment”, where you will be able to print out a blank copy of our application form. You can then mail your completed applications to the address provided in application or FAX your application and resume to (510) 746-7175 (attn: HR).
In addition, you may pick up an Employment Application at the parking booth/main entrance (Golf Links Road) to the Zoo. You may simply return your completed application, along with your resume, etc., back to the Main Gate or to the Zoo’s Human Resources office.
Please, no phone calls! We apologize, but due to the heavy volume of applications, only those applicants who are selected for an interview will be contacted. Do not call to follow up on the status of your application
APPLICATION CLOSING DATE:
Open untill filled. •Principals only. Recruiters, please don’t contact this job poster.
•do NOT contact us with unsolicited services or offers