Graphics Designer/ Video Editor at Chukolo

Responsibilities

• Design visual content for print and digital applications that is on-brand, reinforces our status and  reputation, and is appropriate for our various audiences
• Design and layout of essential business materials (e.g. business cards, presentations)
• Create infographics and presentation materials to simplify communication of complex concepts and data
• Edit video clips for use on social media platforms
• Create short videos to highlight, recap, and promote various endeavors and events
• Work autonomously and develop high-quality concepts with minimal instruction
• Manage timelines and prioritization of workload, and know when to ask for direction
• Assist team in developing and executing communications plans
• Provide technical support for design and video-related efforts
• Optimize graphics and video content for social media platforms
• Maintain organized content files, and help to organize and archive existing video and graphics  files

Other duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications

• Degree in communications, journalism, marketing, graphic design, or related field, or demonstrated success in relevant professional fields
• Minimum 3 years related professional experience in a production environment
• Strong visual communications skills, including the ability to communicate complex concepts and data through images
• Thorough knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (mainly InDesign, Illustrator, Premiere, and Photoshop), Microsoft Office, DropBox, and G Suite
• Familiarity with best practices for graphics and video content on social media platforms (YouTube, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram)
• Technically proficient with the ability to troubleshoot and problem-solve
• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively with colleagues
• Excellent organizational skills, including the ability to manage multiple tasks and projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines
• Flexibility in working with new issues, topics, and approaches.