Specialist Graphics/Content- Full Time, Prop Avertising (Harrah's SoCal)

This position is responsible for the development and design of advertising, promotional and marketing pieces for Harrah’s Resort Southern California as well as the outlets and business areas contained within the Funner, California boundaries. We are looking for a candidate with a strong grasp of advertising and branding design and strategy plus an enthusiasm to grow and learn in a collaborative creative environment.

An integral part of the internal advertising agency, the graphic content specialist will maintain current brand standards while offering creative ideas, solutions and inspiration to team members and clients. Openness and eagerness to share concepts through creative kick offs or individual project feedback is a must. Design tasks will include print, direct marketing and structure collateral for on and off property events. Must be a self-starter, have strong inter-personal communication skills and the nimbleness to work both independently and as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Member of the creative roundtable; actively contributes new ideas and offers
  reasonable feedback.
• Expected to own their individual creative process for each project from brainstorming to
  on-time delivery.
• Works with internal clients and external vendors to ensure smooth communication and
  exchange of designs.
• Responsible for utilizing in-house production equipment including large-format printers.
• Responsible for scheduling and posting print content throughout the Resort.
• Stays on top of trends and technology related to design, photo editing, production and
  software.
• Maintains up-to-date details in project management system for all open projects.
• Works closely with Brand Manager and Production & Traffic Specialist as well as clients
  to ensure deadlines are met.
• Maintains creative files, samples, back-up copies of all internally and externally
  produced pieces.
• Presents oneself as a credit to Harrah’s Resort Southern California and embraces the
  Funner, CA culture.
• Has a fun attitude and is eager to join our team of Funmakers!
   

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design with fluent skills in use of Adobe Suite (inDesign,
  Photoshop, Illustrator) and Microsoft Suite (Word, Excel and PowerPoint).
• Agency experience a plus.
• Minimum three years’ experience in the graphic design field, including a solid grasp of
  design and production processes.
• Strong organizational, multi-tasking and time-management skills.
• Familiar with receiving and tracking projects through a workflow management system.
• Prepress and experience with large format printing a plus.
• Experience working with vector graphics.
• Logo development experience highly desirable.
• Previous experience with stylesheets and multiple page layouts.
• Desired portfolio will include graphic design samples for print and digital applications.
• Packaging and trade show graphic creation a plus.
• Must possess keen attention to detail and a commitment to meeting deadlines.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• Must be able to continuously maneuver around office area and throughout the
  Resort/Casino property.
• Must be able to bend, crouch, kneel, lift, twist and work at desk and around offices when
  performing job functions.
• Must be physically able to cut and post large format prints, print collateral and decals
  throughout the property.
• Must respond to visual aural cues.
• Must read, write, speak and understand English expertly.
• Must be able to operate keyboard, telephone, computer, calculator, copier and printers.
• Must have manual dexterity to operate the computer and necessary office equipment. 

Salary: $60k- $64k depending on experience 

Preference is given to qualified Rincon tribal members and members of other federally recognized tribes.