Communication Designer
A Communication designer is responsible for crafting and development of graphic, copy-writing and/or video of communication to reach the intended targets. This means that it is not limited to things such as the language within an email or letter or the specific designs of those types of documents. He/she would develop the end-to-end, detailing the communication devices, tactics, looks that span the entire conversation with targets and may even include the possibilities of graphic designing, experience designing and other visual designing methods.
Essential Functions
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the following essential functions.
- You’re a systems thinker; you love complex questions and using your visual skills to create clear and engaging storytelling.
- You’re comfortable working with people who bring many different skills to the table, and can align your talents with theirs.
- You’re able to provide valuable insights and points of view at the intersection of social innovation, business and graphic design.
- You’re at home working across any format – you’re able to make a book, video, exhibition, or website depending on what feels right for the question at hand.
- You can articulate the value of design through verbal and visual presentation.
- You love collaborating with others, and aren’t afraid to roll-up your sleeves and do whatever it takes to get a job done.
- You have the ability to learn new tools and do self-guided work within a fast-paced environment.
- You’re a prototyper who understands that success comes sooner with trial and error; you understand the necessity of experimenting at different levels of fidelity.
- You’re comfortable working alongside and in front of clients across all stages of a project.
- You’re passionate about using visual and design thinking skills to produce solutions to poverty-related challenges.
"At Autobot I’m given the freedom to do what it takes to make sure my team & our clients are successful. We are wholeheartedly trusted as experts in our fields."
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of digital industry is essential.
- Knowledge of modern web technologies and the ability to communicate the benefits, drawbacks, usefulness, and effectiveness of various technologies using "non-technical" jargon.
- Strong business acumen competency.
- 2 – 4 years of working closely with clients, internal or external, to plan and execute projects. Agency experience is a plus, though not required.
- Familiarity and experience in graphic, video, and sound editing tools.
- Excellent communication skills with other Autobot employees and external stakeholders.
- Highly organized and the ability to work under pressure from deadlines.
- Superior time management skills and the ability to manage multiple projects at once.
- Team-oriented and display a willingness to learn from others.
- Self-starter and willingness to jump in and hustle to get things done.
- Display a high level of critical thinking and a desire to create solutions to solve problems.
- Bachelor’s degree from an accredited institution is a plus, though not required.
