Monday, January 23, 2012

Barkley is Hiring!


Great ideas in design can make a brand irreplaceable. We’re looking for an idea generator and problem solver who knows how to bring exceptional design to life.



Responsibilities: 


  • Learn quickly and accurately the client’s business and creative needs
  • Brainstorm, develop, and execute a wide variety of communication pieces, including brochures, packaging, point of purchase, direct mail, identity, in-store, websites and more.
  • Work directly with writers, design leads, creative directors, and account management to complete work on time and in line with the creative brief
  • Create tight and accurate files for production.
Review work for accuracy by e-proof, physical proof, and at press checks
Requirements: 


  • 3 or more years industry experience preferred
Exceptional type and layout skills

  • Superior understanding of color, typography, illustration, and photography trends
  • Familiarity with letterpress and capability to design for it

  • Great understanding of visual communication trends
  • Organized with a sharp attention to detail
Self-starter who manages time and tight deadlines with a great attitude
  • Ability to communicate clearly with design management, account service, other designers, and clients about your work

  • Skilled knowledge of Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat, Bridge and InDesign is essential 

  • Must be qualified in Illustration
  • Print production knowledge and experience 
Ability to add conceptual thinking to a design
Interactive design experience would be preferred

  • Experience with branding & identity work would be preferred
  • Experience with point of purchase design work a plus


Please forward a resume, cover letter and work samples for consideration to tthornhill@barkleyus.com.  We will be in contact with you if your qualifications meet our needs.

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