Designer (Advertising)

Millions of IT pros use Spiceworks to get the info, advice and tools they need to do their jobs and decide what to buy. Thousands of tech vendors engage with these IT buyers in Spiceworks while they're doing their day-to-day IT duties. Both marvel "Wow, now I can get my job done by interacting with real people...now that's makin'? IT social!"?

Got design chops that help bring memorable ad campaigns to life? Know how to deliver compelling work that engages audiences? Spiceworks just might have your dream job! We’re looking for a talented Designer to work with our advertising design team who knows how to keep advertising fun, persuasive, and effective (did we mention fun?). Like to work alongside account managers and clients to create eye-catching digital campaigns for tech clients? If you’re ready for a role that challenges you to go beyond pixel pushing and create new messaging platforms.

* Shift from brand to brand, working both within established guidelines and creating new messaging platforms when the opportunity arises * Work closely with other members of the design team to ensure that goals are hit and messages delivered * Create designs for online media campaigns including display media, traditional content (whitepapers and infographics), and interactive content (product selectors, interactive quizzes, etc.) * Code/maintain microsites within the Spiceworks Community * Manage multiple projects simultaneously (amid break-neck speeds) * Interpret briefs to create designs that are functional, compelling, and message driven (“pretty” is just a by-product) * Handle and make use of constructive feedback from lead designer and other members of the team (a.k.a., “thick skinned”) * Ability to work with non-designers and clients to help them realize their vision

* Stellar design skills (and an online portfolio that showcases them) * At least 3+ years of professional design experience creating campaigns, digital products, and websites * Ability to problem solve on an analytical level * Ability to stay calm and produce stellar work in an ultra fast-paced environment * Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite and other industry software packages * Strong HTML and CSS skills * Out-of-this-world project management skills * Killer communication skills across a wide spectrum of personalities * Command of copywriting basics * Collaborative, self-motivated, and professional