Graphic Designer

  • Full-time

Company Description

The United States Parachute Association (USPA) is a voluntary membership organization of individuals who enjoy and support the sport of skydiving. The purpose of USPA is three-fold: to promote safe skydiving through training, licensing, and instructor qualification programs; to ensure skydiving’s rightful place on airports and in the airspace system, and to promote competition and record-setting programs.

Job Description

The U.S. Parachute Association is searching for an individual with at least two years graphic design experience to join a dynamic team environment. The primary duty of the Graphic Designer is laying out and designing Parachutist magazine, including designing multiple feature articles each month, as well as completing all layouts of monthly departments. In addition, the position is responsible for creating logos, designing website graphics, advertisements and store products, and assisting the Communications department with additional tasks.

We are searching for an energetic and motivated self-starter who requires little supervision, thrives on teamwork and never misses a deadline.

The full-time position is located at USPA in Fredericksburg, Virginia. Benefits include life and health (with vision and dental) insurance, paid leave and 401K eligibility. Salary commensurate with experience and qualifications.

Qualifications

General Qualifications

  • Minimum Associate's degree in a related field. Bachelor’s degree is preferred.
  • 2 years previous job experience handling multiple projects on tight deadlines.

Technical Qualifications:

  • Mac environment
  • Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat)
  • MS Office Suite (Word, Excel, Powerpoint)
  • Skydiving experience is preferred but not required

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.