Graphic Designer

About the Role

AlphaGraphics in Irving, TX is seeking a driven and skilled graphic designer with hands-on printing industry experience to join their business center team. This position suits candidates who enjoy working in a dynamic and fast-moving environment, providing effective marketing communications and printing solutions directly to clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Create consistent and high-quality design work from initial concept through final execution.
• Conceptualize, analyze, and deliver visual designs suited for offset and digital print media.
• Edit and manipulate photographic and design elements effectively.
• Ensure files are preflighted and ready for production.
• Present design proofs to customers for approval before finalization.
• Organize and plan tasks by gathering necessary information and resources.
• Utilize advanced skills in Adobe Creative Suite (CS5 or newer) to develop artwork.
• Design rough layouts illustrating concepts including art, copy arrangement, typography, size, and style considerations.
• Support timely completion of assigned projects while adapting to changing design trends.
• Perform additional customer service tasks as assigned.

Qualifications and Requirements

• At least two years of professional design experience in a printing industry environment is essential.
• Proficiency with both Macintosh and PC platforms is mandatory.
• Must have minimum two years' experience working with Adobe Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Acrobat, Publisher, and Microsoft Office.
• Ability to manage multiple projects effectively within a fast-paced setting.
• Excellent organizational, verbal, and written communication skills coupled with strong interpersonal abilities.
• Detail-oriented approach with ability to learn rapidly.
• In-depth understanding of contemporary design trends.
• Capability to collaborate productively in a team setting and meet tight deadlines.
• Self-motivated and results-focused mindset.
• Strong problem-solving aptitude.
• Experience in production processes is an advantage.
• Positive, energetic, and proactive 'can-do' attitude is critical.
• High School diploma or GED required; college education in Marketing, Communications, or Business is preferred.

Additional Information

• References will be requested as part of the hiring process.
• Potential candidates may be subject to background checks and drug screening before employment is confirmed.