Fractional (Part-Time) Graphics Artist/Marketing Coordinator

At Oilquip, we believe in the power of graphic design to weave compelling narratives that captivate, educate, and motivate. We're on the lookout for an exceptional fractional graphic designer adept at transforming abstract concepts into vibrant visual expressions across various mediums, be it print or digital.

Our ideal candidate possesses a mastery of contemporary design tools and techniques, guiding projects seamlessly from inception to fruition. Working closely with diverse teams within our organization, the chosen designer should possess a knack for translating verbal or written concepts into visually striking designs that resonate with our audience.

A comprehensive understanding of branding and marketing is essential, enabling the successful candidate to craft designs that not only dazzle but also align seamlessly with our company's identity and objectives. If you're passionate about storytelling through design and possess the skills to breathe life into ideas, we'd love to hear from you.

Objectives of this role
• Work on a wide range of projects and media, using various software programs to visualize and develop innovative graphic designs that meet business goals
• Obtain input from managers to ensure that designs meet organizational standards and brand expectations, express ideas accurately, and represent the company or client appropriately
• Work independently as well as cooperatively with sales and marketing teams to meet deadlines, stay within budget, and schedule project implementation based on workload, which may include five or more simultaneous projects
• Examine existing processes, identify flaws, and create solutions that improve design capabilities
• Update and maintain internal databases for designs, photography, and video

Responsibilities
• Collaborate, brainstorm, and strategize with multiple teams or clients on a wide range of materials that may include web pages, presentations, programming collateral, signage, internal communications, newsletters, and marketing materials
• Translate strategic direction into high-quality design within an established brand identity
• Develop concepts by hand or with software, and execute original content by determining the ideal usage of color, text, font style, imagery, and layout
• Manage the design and uploading process for all project materials, based on best practices for using a content management system
• Use trend intelligence and knowledge of historical and current markets when designing and executing specific classifications
• Establish and maintain our branding guidelines
• Manage all social media, coordinate multi-media vendors such as videographers, writers, photographers, and hosting platforms

Required skills and qualifications
• This is a fractional position (8-16 hrs/week). Can be remote but must have the flexibility to be onsite as needed. Ideally able to attend certain events as a brand ambassador.
• Exceptional creativity and innovative design skills
• Five or more years of experience (academic and/or professional) with design software, including Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Dreamweaver
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Organizational and time-management skills for meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment
• Desire to continue building skill set with education and training

Preferred skills and qualifications
• Working knowledge of Photoshop and Illustrator, HTML5, and JavaScript
• Knowledge of WordPress and/or similar web design platforms and content management systems
• Photography experience and proficiency with photo-editing software