Graphic Designer at Ernst and Young

 Job Description

Key Responsibilities and Duties

The graphic designer is responsible for creating design solutions that have a high visual impact. The job holder will:

• Assist the Business Development and Marketing and Communications team with design needs, from concept through production - relying on firm brand
• Offer conceptual design and production solutions to internal clients
• Works with CSG team on design projects from concept through production, balances multiple priorities simultaneously, to meet client commitments and deadlines.
• Shares best practices utilizing 'state-of-the-art' techniques, equipment, and advancements within the design community. Pursues and shares best practices within the unit
• Work with internal clients and Marketing and Communications team in selecting an effective design and deliverable solution within firm brand.
• Participate in project meetings and positive discussions relating to appropriate graphics methods/techniques to meet project requirements.
• Assist in establishing vendor lists, develops and maintains vendor relationships, and work with external vendors regarding the coordination of production for external products and services.
• Actively support the firm’s brand
• Understand, implement, and strictly adhere to the quality standards and procedures established by Ernst & Young.

Requirements

• Ability to thinks strategically to relate design work to the client's business needs.
• Experience working in a corporate environment and adhering to internal branding standards an asset.
• Excellent customer service skills
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and teamwork skills
• Excellent work ethic and the ability to thrive in a time-sensitive environment
• Advanced skill in InDesign, Illustrator, PhotoShop, Acrobat, PowerPoint
• Proficient in Word and Excel
• Good concept and design skills
• Experience in print production, both in-house and with external vendors

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design and/or related discipline, or equivalent work experience.
• Approximately 3-5 years of related design experience