Graphic Designer

$25 per hour (+ DOE) / contract / part-time / remote / multiple positions

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At Whetstone, we see a vital link between visuals and storytelling. We are looking for a highly creative graphic designer & production artist who has an interest in exploring and facilitating the telling of diverse food stories. Our ideal candidate will take conceptual ideas and create visual representations, both in print and digitally, have expert knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, print production and be skilled in every step of the design process from concept to the final deliverable. Collaborating with multiple teams at our company, the graphic designer should be able to take direction from written or spoken ideas and convert them into a design that connects and informs.

Expectations

  • Work on a wide range of projects and media, using various computer softwares to visualize and develop innovative designs that meet business goals

  • Obtain input from management, ensuring designs meet organizational standards and brand expectations, express ideas accurately, and represent the company or client appropriately

  • Work both independently and cooperatively on multiple projects with team, (may include three or more simultaneous projects)

  • Production of print magazines from start to finish.

  • Assisting Art Director with creative tasks

  • Designing podcast cover art and social assets

  • Update and maintain internal databases of designs and photography

Skills and Qualifications

  • Exceptional creativity and innovative design skills

  • Minimum 1-2 years experience in a design field (preferably with a magazine or creative agency)

  • Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Indesign and Illustrator)

  • Understanding of file formatting and print production

  • Knowledge of Procreate and having an iPad is a plus but not a necessity.

  • Proven experience in graphic design, with a strong portfolio of work

  • Strong collaborative skills, as well as the ability to delegate and prioritize effectively

To apply, please email workwithus@whetstonemagazine.com with a resume.