Job Description

WECU is seeking a Senior Graphic Designer to join our Marketing Department located in Bellingham, WA. The Senior Graphic Designer, will be pivotal in shaping our visual communication strategies and elevating our brand presence. The ideal candidate is a creative thinker, a master of design software, and possesses a proven track record of delivering high-quality visual materials across various mediums. Senior Graphic Designers take the lead on advertising campaigns and designs, oversee other designers’ work, and manage design-related vendors. They also collaborate with WECU leadership to ensure their work aligns with strategic goals.

Washington-based organization, but work may be performed remotely.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Strategic Alignment: Understand WECU marketing initiatives, strategic positioning, and target audiences. Apply this understanding to marketing strategy development.
• Brand Management: Ensure consistency and adherence to brand guidelines across all design projects, maintaining a cohesive and recognizable brand identity. Introduce new brand elements as needed, to maintain brand relevance.
• Campaign Concepts: Develop and present visual concepts that are aligned with campaign goals, meet brand expectations, and adhere to design best practices.
• Team Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, product development, and sales, to understand project requirements and deliver compelling design solutions.
• Project Leadership: Take ownership of design projects from start to finish, managing timelines and priorities and coordinating with internal stakeholders and external vendors.
• Mentorship: Provide guidance and mentorship to junior designers, fostering a collaborative and creative team environment.
• Innovation: Continuously stay informed of new industry best practices to maximize efficiency and stay relevant.
• Perform other duties as assigned by management.
• Follows WECU’s policies and all applicable laws and regulations.
• Performs other duties as assigned and may also assist others to complete tasks and work assignments.
  

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 4-year degree from an accredited institution in design, marketing or related field, OR appropriate combination of education and significant experience
• Minimum 5 years of professional design experience.
• Proven experience as a Graphic Designer with a strong portfolio showcasing a range of design projects.
• Ability to take a lead role in campaign direction, design, and execution, as well as manage and delegate tasks.
• Strong understanding of design principles, typography, color theory, and layout techniques.
• Understanding of the digital ecosystem and its role in a contemporary and integrated member experience.
• Advanced proficiency in industry-standard design software (Adobe Creative Suite, etc.).
• The ideal candidate will have experience creating mock-ups and/or wireframes for web design and be familiar with UX best practices.
• Experience building files for both print and digital.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines.
• Must be open to feedback and be able to take direction.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Accurate writing skills, stressing composition, grammar, spelling, and punctuation.
• Up to date with industry trends and a passion for staying ahead in design innovation.
• Represent WECU in a positive, professional manner in person, on the telephone, and in written correspondence.

NOTE: Job descriptions are not intended, and should not be construed, to be exhaustive lists of all responsibilities, skills, efforts, or working conditions associated with a job.

COMPENSATION:

The salary range for this position is from $34.21 to $48.30 per hour.

WECU provides a comprehensive benefits package that includes robust medical, dental, and vision benefits with low employee premiums, 401(k) retirement plan with an 8% annual contribution from WECU, bonus plan, two or more weeks of vacation, up to 11 paid holidays, paid life and disability insurance, annual wellness benefit, loan discounts, professional development, and much more.

ABOUT WECU:

WECU is a not-for-profit financial cooperative where members are encouraged to save and borrow responsibly at fair and competitive rates. Headquartered in Bellingham, WA, WECU has over 160,000 members and over $3 billion dollars in assets.

It is WECU's mission to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our members. We strive to treat both members and staff with honesty and integrity and to be a socially responsible part of our community. WECU also endeavors to be an employer of choice.

WECU is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We make employment decisions based on merit and qualifications and seek to have the best qualified person in every job. WECU policy prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, creed, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, age, national origin, or ancestry, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic characteristics or information, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws.