Job Description
Lynker is seeking to hire a Graphics and Web Designer to support the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) Office of National Marine Sanctuaries Pacific Islands Region. The Graphics and Web Designer will support projects and related tasks at the Honolulu, HI site.
Core responsibilities include the following, but are not limited to:
- Develop, manage, regularly update, and maintain multi-agency, government websites for the Pacific Islands Region, focusing on Papah naumoku kea Marine National Monument (PMNM) and Hawaiian Islands Humpback Whale National Marine Sanctuary (HIHWNMS).
- Design and produce web and print materials, interactive displays and exhibits, media projects and messaging campaigns that support the Monument’s communications strategy.
- Design, develop and oversee consistent use of visual branding and identity for multi-agency web and print materials and products displaying a wide array of Monument scientific, education, outreach, and cultural information.
- Create, design and produce various presentation and print products (charts, brochures, flyers, logos, banners, t-shirts, reports, vector art, and other print media) for both Monument agency and public use.
- Oversee print production, proofreading, research of prospective vendors and outsourcing of promotional/outreach material for Monument programs and projects.
- Manage and maintain extensive PowerPoint production, editing, and document Manipulation.
- Assist with creating relevant content, images and photos for social media updates. Maintains PMNM list serve.
- Work as a core part of a Monument event planning team to help execute Monument sponsored events and meetings such as research symposia, outreach events, VIP events, etc. and develops and coordinates production of related materials.
- Maintain proficiency in current web and design software through self-driven and regular training opportunities.
- Create and design layout for annual permitted activities report booklet and other agency documents.
- Assist with Monument events, meetings, symposia and outreach events, including development of visual materials.
Minimum Requirements:
- Bachelor’s Degree from accredited four (4) year college or university in computer or web design, graphic arts, commercial arts/design or related field.
- Two additional years of experience may be substituted for a Bachelor’s Degree.
- Five to seven (5-7) years of experience in graphic design work including typography, page layout, web and print design using graphic, web and desktop editing software.
- Experience overseeing production, quality control of printed materials and contractors assisting in the development of web and print products.
- Experience in social media applications and in the support of social media campaigns.
- Experience in working to design graphic materials across Hawaii and the Pacific Islands and the ability to support web page updates across the Pacific Islands Region of the Office on National Marine Sanctuaries.
- Experience in logo design, product branding and identity. High proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite applications including Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Dreamweaver, Acrobat Pro, and Bridge. Knowledge and experience in web development markup language and coding including HTML and CSS, and working with Adobe Dreamweaver and other software that supports web page production. Knowledge of Microsoft Office and Apple/Mac applications. Awareness of industry standards for accessibility, usability, technical specifications in web, mobile web, and print publishing environments.
- Familiarity with government web site requirements for posting information.
- Familiarity with a variety of social media and networking websites. Strong graphic design and visual communication skills.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills, able to work under short deadlines with a variety of team members, prioritize work, and handle frequent changes in priorities.
- Excellent organizational skills and ability to multi-task and work independently to meet deadlines.
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About Lynker
Lynker is a growing, employee owned, small business, specializing in professional, scientific and technical services. Our continually expanding team combines scientific expertise with mature, results-driven processes and tools to achieve technically sound, cost effective solutions in hydrology/water sciences, geospatial analysis, information technology, resource management, conservation, and management and business process improvement.
We focus on putting the right people in the right place to be effective. And having the right people is critical for success. Our streamlined organization enables and empowers our talented professionals to tackle our customers' scientific and technical priorities – creatively and effectively.
Lynker offers a team-oriented work environment, and the opportunity to work in a culture of exceptionally skilled and diverse professionals who embrace sound science and creative solutions. Lynker's benefits include the following:
- Comprehensive healthcare for the employee at no monthly cost
- Healthcare benefit covers medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision
- Personal Time Off (PTO) Policy plus paid holidays
- Highly competitive compensation plan regularly calibrated against industry and location benchmarks
- 401(k) retirement plan with company-matching
- Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) – we're all company owners!
- Flexible spending accounts
- Employee assistance program (EAP)
- Short- and long-term disability insurance
- Life and accident insurance
- Tuition assistance/Training/Workforce improvement reimbursement per year
- Spot bonuses for exceptional performance
- Annual Employee Recognition Awards with bonuses
- Employee Referral Program
- Free centralized, self-directed Learning Management System to learn at your own pace
- Personalized career growth plans for every employee
Lynker is an E-Verify employer.
Lynker is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages women, minorities, individuals with disabilities and veterans to apply.