Communications Coordinator/Designer

Are you ready to join a vibrant, creative team at one of Kansas City’s standout boutique agencies? We are working with our client to find a Communications Coordinator/Designer with both strategic and creative skills to support corporate communications, design advertising campaigns, assist with events, and coordinate projects. This is a 3-month Contract-to-Hire opportunity.

** PLEASE NOTE – To be considered for this role, please provide a link to your website/portfolio of relevant graphic design samples on your resume. Resumes submitted without this link will not be considered. **

You’ll work closely with agency clients, vendors, and independent partners in a collaborative environment. This role is on-site M-T (Remote on Friday) at their very cool office in the River Market. If you thrive in creative environments and want your ideas to influence brands and events alike, this opportunity is designed for you.

Position Responsibilities

• Follow brand standards to create graphics and visual assets for social media, print, digital, presentations and more
• Resize and adapt existing creative assets for various platforms and formats
• Coordinate public meetings and special events
• Assist with new business activities including proposals and research
• Manage client assets: organize file libraries, track project statuses and deadlines, etc.
• Proofread agency work
• Coordinate projects with external vendors and subcontractors
• Provide general administrative/office support

Key Requirements and Competencies

• 1-3 years prior experience
• Proven experience with Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator) creating both printed and digital materials
• Proven experience in Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• A portfolio of relevant graphic design samples
• Strong written and personal communications skills
• Work independently yet be able and willing to collaborate with others
• Juggle multiple projects at once
• Thrive in a deadline-driven environment
• Present a professional image and upbeat attitude
• Degree in Journalism, Advertising or Communications