Visual Communication Designer

ARGO is a leading provider of software and analytics solutions for both the financial services and healthcare industries. ARGO transforms business processes for financial service providers and healthcare organizations using proven business models and software innovation informed by real customer challenges, breakthrough technology, and rich analytics. JOB SUMMARY
As a visual storyteller, the Visual Communication Designer will be responsible for bringing our vision and strategy to life, working closely with executives and internal teams to create compelling brand narratives through engaging visual concepts and assets. You will guide the processes and requirements for sharing how our technology is making a difference in our customers’ lives.

EXPECTED WORK AND PERFORMANCE
This section is intended to provide a more detailed overview of what the expectations of the job are to include: work to be performed, expected performance results and how they will be measured, as well as connection to corporate strategy, values, and mission. Job duties and responsibilities include the following. Other duties may be assigned as needed.

• Will work closely with executive and cross-functional teams to enhance the brand story for both internal and external audiences
• A solid understanding of information graphics and the ability to readily create data visualizations that are clear and easy to understand
• Design custom graphics, illustrations, and diagrams, as well as possess the ability to find and apply appropriate stock imagery, illustration, and design elements to complement presentation themes and content
• Ability to transform words, ideas, and concepts into illustrations and images
• Organize complex topics by utilizing graphics to classify and simplify information
• Leverage graphics to improve audience comprehension and impact
• Design With Purpose: understand the content of presentations and apply best design practices to create slide content for optimal viewing; determine which graphics are best suited for various types of content
• Turn data, concepts, and research into compelling content through presentations while adhering to brand guidelines and design standards
• Able to effectively manage a wide range of projects simultaneously, by quickly grasping objectives and meeting tight deadlines
• Own the visual aspects of communication, while working closely with copywriters and UI/UX designers
• Translate complex ideas, messages, and data into clear, visual communications that are cohesive with ARGO’s visual identity and brand image

QUALIFICATIONS

• A Bachelor’s Degree in graphic design, marketing, advertising, fine arts, or a related field is required for the position.
• 3+ years relevant graphic design work experience in presenting a portfolio of work showcasing strong foundation in design principles (typography, color theory, hierarchy, contrast, layout, composition, and grid / alignment)
• Proven exemplary design skills for producing marketing collateral that adheres to design standards, as demonstrated in work portfolio.
• Demonstrate expert proficiency across the full Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Premiere Pro and Elements, Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects) as well as PowerPoint, MS Word, and WordPress. Intermediate proficiency in HTML & CSS required; PHP

REQUIRED Skills/Experience/Knowledge  

• Know the structure and content of the English language, including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• Marketing communication standards and practices: Understand the standards and practices of quality marketing communication processes.
• Experience with Presentation, Keynote, and/or PowerPoint Design experience, with the ability to articulate and advocate design decisions.
• Effective communicator and collaborator, working across various teams with the ability to turn around quality work under tight deadlines.
• Proven experience in understanding complex business concepts and effectively designing visual images that concisely communicate key messages.
• Demonstrated experience designing identity systems that support corporate brands.
• Information gathering skills: Understand contemporary information gathering, analysis, specification, design, verification, and management practices and apply them in practice; know information-gathering techniques and the software development cycle.
• Information organization skills : Structure or classify multiple pieces of information, properly filing assets and source files using a logical, consistent convention so that materials are easily located by cross-functional teams.
• Synthesis/reorganization skills: Reorganize information to improve how it is presented.
• Analytical skills: Critically evaluate information gathered from multiple sources, reconcile conflicts, and decompose high-level information into details for general understanding.
• Active learning skills: Work with new information to grasp its implications.
• Interviewing and questioning skills: Talk with individuals and groups about their needs and ask the right questions to uncover essential requirements. Understand what people say and detect what they might be hesitant to say.
• Speaking skills: Talk to others to effectively to convey information.
• Observational skills: Validate data obtained via other techniques and expose new areas for information gathering.
• Strong time management skills with the ability to plan, prioritize, and self-manage workload.
• Highly self-motivated and engaged, bringing sharp problem-solving skills and initiative to every project.
• Attention to detail: proofread and thoroughly review all work for accuracy, consistency, and quality before submission or delivery.

Preferred Skills/Experience/Knowledge  

• Experience working in a software development environment or the banking industry is preferred.
• Apply the most appropriate technology for the graphic type or marketing collateral.
• Negotiate technical and end-user documentation priorities and resolve conflicts among project stakeholders.
• Represent information in graphical forms that augment textual representations.
• Able to translate strategic concepts and ideas into a compelling story (see the forest through the trees)
• Experience in animation and motion graphics

ATTENDANCE/WORK LOCATION
The position is based in our Richardson, TX office. Daily physical presence in the office is required for interaction with co-workers, attending meetings, and for collaboration on projects.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand, walk; sit stationary; constantly operate computer keyboarding and office equipment. talk or hear, to communicate with employees, and/ or customers (must be able to exchange accurate information in various situations). The employee is required to regularly communicate with other employees, confer or coordinate with other employees. The employee is required to evaluate, edit, revise, update, and provide solutions to critical data development and solutions.

DISCLAIMER
Nothing in this job description restricts management’s right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities to this job at any time.

ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS:
Applicants for U.S. or Canadian based positions with ARGO must be legally authorized to work in the United States or Canada. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available at this time for ARGO positions.

Pre-employment background screening will be conducted.