Graphic Designer

You Might Be a Great Fit For This Position if You Have…   A Bachelor’s Degree Successful Nutshellers in this role have majored in graphic design, web design, UX, and other related fields GPA above 3.4   A Background in Design Please include a portfolio showcasing excellent graphic design work, with a premium on web design and/or UX work - we want to get a sense of your style! We’re looking for an excellent design eye and a thorough understanding of how to apply design fundamentals such as Typography, Hierarchy, Layout, etc.   A Few Related Skills and Experiences 2-5 years of experience Outstanding skills in Adobe Creative Suite and/or Figma Knowledge of web design/graphic design/UX best practices Knowledge of responsive design best practices HTML/CSS coding experience (not required but a plus) Experience in creating end-to-end UX processes and workflows, including user journeys, task analysis, information architecture, wireframing, prototyping, and evaluative research methods Understanding of how to use design artifacts to effectively build alignment, communicate ideas, and deliver an experience Experience in Saas product design - a bonus!   Any of these Signature Nutsheller Traits! You’re passionate about UX and web design - you even find yourself spending your free time designing and learning new technologies! You are passionate about typography and color theory You have a high level of design skill and technical proficiency You’re energized by designing memorable and effective experiences online You take direction well, but aren’t afraid to take initiative and make decisions You see yourself as a problem-solver, and face challenges with a can-do mindset You put the customer and their goals first You are a professional, dependable, and independent worker with a solid work ethic You’re self-motivated, thrive on challenges, and enjoy getting things done You have an eye for detail and dedication to high-quality work You have an exceptional level of follow-through You possess excellent time/project management skills You work with a sense of urgency and can consistently meet deadlines You are an outstanding communicator and possess strong interpersonal skills You are a lifelong learner who loves to grow and stretch outside of your comfort zone, and are always looking to improve your skills   If any of these sound like you, then we want to hear from you! We are committed to growing 1% better every day, and we believe working at Nutshell could quite possibly make your life 1(00)% better!   In This Role, You'll Get To...   Design and create engaging content marketing assets, including web graphics, advertisements, and digital marketing materials, using Adobe Creative Suite tools. Collaborate with the marketing team to test, iterate, and refine designs to improve performance and brand consistency across channels. Translate goals, research, and feedback into thoughtful, high-quality creative solutions that support Nutshell’s marketing objectives. Work within and help maintain our existing design system and UI pattern library to ensure visual consistency and efficiency. Learn and grow your design skills by contributing to real-world projects, receiving feedback, and experimenting with new ideas and approaches.   What You’ll Get From Us!   As a product team   Nutshell’s product team offers the opportunity to learn from a smart group of teammates who support and drive one another to succeed. Today, our product group comprises nine designers and engineers. Some have decades of experience, some are just out of college with their degree, and a few have entered this field as a second career.   As a company   Opportunities to learn and thrive in a friendly, growing SaaS business A commitment to an inclusive environment that supports our diverse team A connection to Ann Arbor’s software and startup community through our network of friends and partners A modern office located on Ashley Street in the heart of downtown Ann Arbor Flexibility in working modes and locations, as we regroup at our office, and support other distributed team members The sincerity and commitment of an established company: excellent health benefits, 401(k) matching, an experienced leadership team, and a profitable, growing financial position The opportunity to help thousands of small businesses each day Trust and autonomy to ensure you can be the best version of you   Potential promotional path for Graphic Designer: Associate Graphic Designer Associate Lead Graphic Designer Lead Graphic Designer Sr. Graphic Designer   Compensation Negotiable based on work experience Potential additional bonus may be offered for GPA's of 3.8+ or graduating with high honors