Graphic Designer Jobs in Maryland

Job Title: Junior Graphic Designer/Production Artist Company: The Humane Society of The United States Location: Gaithersburg, MD Description: The Humane Society of the United States (HSUS), the nation's largest animal advocacy organization, is seeking a Junior Graphic Designer for its Publications department. The main responsibility of this position is to assist the Creative Director with a variety of design projects. Other duties include, but are not limited to: design and perform production for brochures, advertisements, publications and other materials; make design and editorial corrections after setting copy has been provided; create designs according to press specifications and branding guidelines; coordinate schedules with edit staff and production coordinator, prepare files to be sent to vendors, print proofs; research and order stock photography and illustrations as needed; work with photo editor to correspond with stock photo agencies, illustrators and freelance photographers to purchase printing rights for these images; maintain an archive of magazines, creative inspirations, illustrations, and photo research. Bachelors Degree in Graphics Design/Production with more than one year of experience in graphic design with emphasis on production design strongly desired.

Job Title: Multimedia Graphic Designer Company: Location: Baltimore, MD Description: Looking for a great opportunity with a fast growing company? Berkshire Associates Inc., a leading HR consulting and technology firm located in Columbia, MD, is looking for a driven, creative individual to join our marketing team as a Multimedia Graphic Designer. Use your thorough knowledge and understanding of design fundamentals for advertising to translate the company?s vision into visual images via various platforms including web, print, and email. Utilizing your strong design and computer skills, you will design, develop, implement, and evaluate a variety of media such as web-based deliverables, direct marketing, print, and promotional pieces, and other marketing and sales collateral. Your excellent written and verbal communication skills will serve you well as you coordinate with other departments to provide creative support and complete marketing campaigns with your team members in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment. Your analytical skills will be needed when you conduct SEM/SEO research, analysis, and report on the results of that analysis. Bachelor?s of Arts degree or Bachelor?s of Fine Arts in Graphic Design or related arts field required. 3 to 5 years of graphic design experience required, with experience in business-to-business website design a must. Strong communication, analytical, organization, and project management skills are a must. Thorough knowledge of Adobe PhotoShop, Illustrator, InDesign, Dreamweaver, and Flash required; working knowledge of HTML, CSS, and Javascript required. For more information about the position and to apply, interested candidates should visit: http://bai.balancetrak.com/lists/68/default.aspx. EOE M/F/D/V

Job Title: Graphic Designer (Marketing) Company: Location: Baltimore, MD Description: We have an immediate opening for a graphic designer (marketing) to join Design by Five, a financial services-based communications company, in our downtown Baltimore Inner Harbor location. This graphic design position is a great opportunity for you to work with a fun, exciting and growing company. You would be working with us on-site with our client, one of the largest and wealthiest firms in the world, creating marketing collateral such as brochures, advertisements, invitations, announcements, interactive forms, Flash elements and conference materials aimed at a high-net-worth audience. Duties & Responsibilities Layout designs for print Edit and update existing designs In-house print production Electronic and physical file management and maintenance Adhere to design and brand standards Manage client relationships Qualifications A design-related bachelor's degree and recent real-world experience Must be proficient with InDesign, Quark, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Adobe Acrobat. Experience with Microsoft Office programs such as Word, Excel and PowerPoint helpful. Flash and Dreamweaver a plus Must be a team player, able to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment and take direction from senior staff. Must be able to interact with clients in a professional manner. High aptitude for detail, organization and problem solving. Excellent verbal and written communications skills and attention to detail. Salary/Benefits Salary range is between $35k and $40k 2 weeks paid vacation 10 paid holidays 5 paid personal/sick days (after 6 months) Health, Dental and Vision insurance (after 90 days) 401(k) (after 6 months) Monthly parking allowance Free fitness center in building To Apply Send a resume, cover letter, layout samples and three professional references to: Register to View

Job Title: Graphic Designer & Retail Assistant Company: Location: Frederick, MD Description: Direct Mail Fundraising, Advertising & Printing Company, family owned for over 30 years looking for a hard working, talented and energetic person. Needs to communicate well, be sales oriented and function as a team player with other Graphic Designers & staff. Will be working with a PC based, Microsoft XP operating system. Must be proficient with Adobe Creative Suite 4 (i.e. InDesign, PhotoShop, Illustrator, etc). Associates and/or Bachelors Degree a plus! Main duties will include: 1. Design Fundraising and Advertising Materials, includes arranging and writing copy. 2. Artwork Preparation and creation of plates for printing Presses. 3. Assist VP of Operations. 4. Prepare client quotes 5. Operate Digital Printer. 6. Provide client service assistance, phone call follow-ups and attend in-house client meetings 7. Prepare detailed vendor orders. Please forward resume and salary history Also please have portfolio ready to share