Description

Company:

Arizona Boardwalk is Scottsdale’s one-of-a-kind entertainment destination that features nine marquee attractions – OdySea Aquarium, Butterfly Wonderland, Laser + Mirror Maze, UFO Experience, Pangaea Land of the Dinosaurs, Museum of Illusions, Cluville Kids Escape Room, Cyber Quest Family Arcade, and the Boardwalk Carousel - in addition to multiple dining, shopping, and amusement venues. It was built as a place for locals and tourists to have fun and create lasting memories. The outdoor courtyard regularly hosts a variety of free events and family entertainment throughout the year. Arizona Boardwalk is located within the Salt River Pima-Maricopa Indian Community and is part of the Talking Stick Entertainment District.  

About the Job:

Arizona Boardwalk is looking for a Senior Graphic Designer to create engaging design for the destination. This person must be well-rounded in design skills including print, digital, and exhibit design. This is a fast-paced, ever-changing, and evolving environment. Candidate will work collaboratively with the Marketing Team and Attraction Teams and will report to the VP of Marketing.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Collaborate closely with the Marketing Team and Attraction Teams on a broad range of projects to drive attendance and guest satisfaction at Arizona Boardwalk attractions.
• Projects include the creation and production of advertisements (print, digital, and out of home), exhibit and operational signage, brochures, event design, website design, email campaigns, and more.
• Manage multiple projects from conceptualization through completion, including design and managing print production. 
• Implement a high level of design standards, creating aesthetic solutions that are visually stunning and effective that enhance the guest experience throughout the destination.
• Continue developing and maintaining brand/style guidelines for all the attractions.
• Be able to interpret creative requests and follow up with requestor.
• Must be willing to work extended and alternative hours to meet deadlines and cover events or other happenings at the destination, which includes some evenings and weekends.

Requirements

REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum of 6 years (in-house or agency) of proven experience as a professional graphic designer. Only candidates with a strong portfolio will be considered.
• Bachelor’s degree in Visual Communication, Design, or a related field from an accredited art school or university with significant course work in graphic design.
• Strong understanding of the production skills and processes with a solid knowledge of graphic design principles, various printing techniques, and broad working knowledge of designing for web and digital assets.
• Knowledge of design principles, including layout, typography, color, balance, composition, hierarchy with an eagle eye for details.
• Fluent and efficient in the Adobe Creative Cloud applications, primarily Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and XD. Video editing and motion design is a plus.
• Candidate must possess strong Photoshop skills, with a concentration on image correction, clipping masks, and photo manipulation.
• Candidate must be an excellent communicator and be able to present concepts to business leaders at each attraction as well as to the marketing department.
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Word, PPT, and some Excel. Must be able to build presentations in PPT/Keynote.
• Ability to manage multiple projects creatively, efficiently, and thoroughly in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.
• Experience working with outside print vendors and has a strong working knowledge of prepress production, including file setup, color modes, bleeds, trims, and preparing press-ready files.
• Good team player who works collaboratively with co-workers and brings a positive and passionate attitude.
• Entrepreneurial spirit with “get it done” mentality. Willing to roll up your sleeves and figure it out without a lot of guidance or handholding, with proven prioritization and decision-making abilities.