Creative Services Coordinator

JOB DESCRIPTION

Position Summary:

The Creative Services Coordinator will be responsible for providing design development, content production and editorial messaging for projects within the Communications Department. Therefore, candidates should have excellent design, organization, written communications skills and a passion for producing high quality materials that provide value and drive high impact within the travel industry. Candidates must have the ability to manage multiple projects at the same time and an interest of making connections between design and content.

AREAS OF RESPONSIBILITY

Key Duties & Responsibilities:

• 70% Content Production & Design Development:
  • Conceptualize and execute design materials for a wide range of print and digital projects of various sizes (large and small).
  • Creation and manipulation of presentation slides via PowerPoint for board meetings, annual conferences, executive speaking engagements and global events.
  • Assist in production of visual content for websites, email newsletters, social media and print materials.
  • Support pre- and post-press production responsibilities for all print materials.  Functions may include, but are not limited to mailing list compiling, direct communication and coordination with print vendor(s) and in-person press checks.
  • Oversee project ticketing system, managing the process of all projects assigned.
  • Maintaining digital asset email inbox.
  • Research latest design trends (print and digital) for potential implementation into Visit California collateral or events.
  • Assist in brainstorming, production, are direction and selection of lifestyle and brand photography for multiple year use.
  • Will be required to learn, follow, and evolve Visit California brand standards for all creative, working closely with the Creative Development Manager for all creative materials.
• 20% Corporate Messaging:
  • Assist in the proofreading process and ensure design application aligns with messaging objectives for the target audience.
  • Conduct content reviews of all consistently used materials (print and digital) to ensure accuracy of corporate messaging objectives.
• 10% Other Duties as Assigned:
  • Assist with other special projects and tasks as assigned by Creative Development Manager.

QUALIFICATIONS / EXPERIENCE

Essential Qualifications:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each key duty satisfactorily, as well as exhibit the following qualifications:

• Education equivalent to a bachelor's degree or higher in graphic design, communications, marketing, tourism, or related field a plus.
• 2-3 years of experience in a graphic design role, either in-house or agency.
• Advance level proficiency of Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Acrobat Pro) and all Microsoft Office products.
• Video editing experience a plus.
• Fluency in email and web production software as well as basic HTML and CCS skills.
• Demonstrated proficiency of digital asset management systems, database storage systems, content management systems, archiving and metadata.
• Proven ability to take direction (via in-person or creative briefs) and complete assignments on-time, as well as an initiative to follow through and complete assignments independently.
• Ability to manage multiple demands of varying complexity and meet multiple deadlines.
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy.
• Strong organizational skills.
• Experience using Macintosh operating systems.