Interactive Web/Graphic Designer

Interactive Web / Graphic Designer

Location: Columbia , MD
Status: Full Time, Employee
Resume & Portfolio: REQUIRED
Contact: careers@vdsys.com

Visual Data Systems, a leading Web Development firm and a two time winner of Deloitte & Touche’s MD Technology Fast 50, headquartered in Columbia Maryland has an immediate opening for an energetic, detail-oriented Interactive Web / Graphic Designer to create original and innovative websites for our customer base that includes hospitality (property management), real estate, biotech and nonprofit companies.

We are currently looking for a hybrid designer, someone who understands the traditional graphic arts but also has a passion for web design. As part of a small and dynamic team, this is an excellent opportunity to learn and grow in a fast-paced atmosphere. The position offers tremendous potential for creative freedom and innovation, and hard work will be rewarded.

JOB SUMMARY:

Chosen Candidate will work with a group of designers in designing, developing and executing unique client website designs, new product designs, email marketing designs and internal marketing projects that support Visual Data’s and its customers’ business strategies and marketing needs. We are seeking an enthusiastic web designer with excellent design and written communication skills and strong attention to detail.

In this position, you will consult with other members of the design team to produce new web designs for our clients, build solidly designed, SEO-friendly websites in Dreamweaver, and add interactive features using Macromedia Flash. You will work with the Creative Director on both internal marketing campaigns and client-based marketing in the print and online realm.

Responsibilities:

* Work with Creative Director / Project Managers to create website design comps for our diverse client base.
* Creatively convey a message with graphics, typography and interactivity, that complements the client’s mission and their existing marketing materials.
* Use CSS-driven layout, HTML coding, and Dreamweaver Templates, to build out design comps into full fledged websites.
* Develop online marketing pieces in the form of email template designs for our various clients.
* Work with Creative Director to ensure design comps and website builds and final projects are accurate / error-free and SEO compliant.
* Work on multiple projects simultaneously, as well as the discipline to work independently with deadlines.
* Stay abreast of new software applications and design techniques in the industry.

REQUIRED Experience:

* Degree in design, art, communications, or industry-related topic required (or relevant work experience).
* 2-3 years related professional experience as a designer.
* Knowledge of design composite creation, site builds with templates, FTP with Dreamweaver, and motion graphics.
* Knowledge of layout, typography, image optimization, branding and general good design standards for the web.
* Basic understanding of CSS standards, hand-coded HTML and Dreamweaver template design.
* Advanced knowledge of Photoshop / Fireworks, and Dreamweaver.
* General knowledge of Acrobat and Illustrator.
* Some experience designing from a marketing perspective, including traditional print marketing.
* Exceptional verbal and written communication skills.
* Experience working in a team environment.

DESIRED Experience:

* General familiarity with, or willingness to learn, Adobe's Contribute content management system.
* Experience with the design of interactive Flash slideshows, or artistic pieces designed in Flash.
* Previous experience facilitating training of clients on content management applications like Contribute.
* Experience with CSS-driven layouts, and knowledge of cross browser compatibility issues.
* Experience with corporate identity design and development.
* Experience working with printers, and other vendors.
* Experience designing for print, such as marketing material development for promotional work.

When you join Visual Data Systems, you join a leader in a cutting-edge industry. We are committed to helping you build a dynamic, exciting, and successful future. We respect our employees, and we reward hard work and dedication generously. We offer a competitive base salary commensurate with experience, a generous benefits package, and an enthusiastic and rewarding corporate culture.

If you would like to be considered for this position, please email a cover letter, resume, at least 5 professional samples of your online design work, and salary requirements to careers@vdsys.com  with the subject line “Web / Graphic Designer”. Acceptable file formats include: URL, PDF, or JPEG or please direct us to your online resume and/or portfolio.

Professional references will be required. Applicants without relevant work samples or salary requirements will not be considered. Only candidates who live within a commutable distance of Columbia, MD, should apply. Relocation fees not provided. Please, no telephone calls. Visual Data Systems is an Equal Opportunity Employer.