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Company:	STRATFOR
Position:	Art/Graphic Design
Location:	Austin, Texas
Job Status:	Full-time
Salary:	Not Specified
Ad Expires:	December 10, 2009
Job ID:	1120239

Description:
Graphics Designer (Downtown Austin)

STRATFOR, an online publisher of global news and intelligence, is looking for a Graphic Designer

Responsibilities: Work with analyst and marketing teams to produce high-quality maps, charts, graphics, interactive files and marketing materials.

• Strong understanding of marketing and branding for design and the ability to communicate with multiple parties in the creation of one cohesive message on deadline

• Ability to further execute that understanding to perfection in the design of media kits, brochures and other commercial campaigns

• Fluency in current graphic design practices and web production software, such as Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator and Adobe Flash

• Ability to create superior, original designs for the Web under extremely tight deadlines

• Understanding of and experience in branding, layout, color theory and typography in both print and digital media.

• Ability to effectively manage multiple projects and tasks of varying complexities while working under pressure

• Excellent organization and communication skills

• Interest in geopolitics, intelligence, and counterterrorism

• Must have portfolio of work available online or in PDF format

Not required but preferred:

• Adobe After Effects, HTML, CSS and experience with 3D software

• Prior military, intelligence, or international business experience

• Political and geographical knowledge

To apply, send a cover letter, resume and salary requirements to graphicdesign@stratfor.com. Only applicants already in the Austin and surrounding areas will be considered.