Visual Designer

Job description

The Visual Designer will be responsible for designing, developing and modifying graphical and media elements that are focused on education content within the standards, guidelines and requirements. In addition, this role will:
• Work with Product Owners, Stakeholders and other team members as appropriate
• Understand and Utilize the tools and technologies being used
• Understand and Apply the branding standards
• Work with the SMEs to understand the requirements
• Work with PM / IM to keep on track with the project plan, timeline and billing
• Work with Learning Experience Designers to understand the storyboards and requirements
• Work with UI Developers to provide wireframes, graphics, audio, video and other UI elements
• Work with Quality Assurance (QA) team to address any issues
• Work with the Test & Publication team to get it hosted in an appropriate hosting environment

Successful candidates for these positions will work onsite at the IBM Client Innovation Center in Baton Rouge. The IBM Client Innovation Center is an in-bound delivery model where we support our clients from our Baton Rouge center. However, some travel is expected and all candidates must be willing and able to travel to meet our client needs across the US. Travel is typically related to knowledge transfer and training at the client site (Monday thru Friday). You are expected to travel up to 50% of the time. This is a traditional office position. You must live in, or be willing to relocate to, Louisiana. The work location is 100 North Street Baton Rouge, LA 70802. This is not a work from home position.

IBM will not be providing visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future. Therefore, in order to be considered for this position, you must have the ability to work without a need for current or future visa sponsorship.

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Auto req ID

288867BR
Required Education

Bachelor's Degree
Role ( Job Role )

Designer
State / Province

LOUISIANA
Primary job category

Design & Offering Management
Company

(0147) International Business Machines Corporation
Contract type

Regular
Employment Type

Full-Time
ERBP

Yes
Is this role a commissionable/sales incentive based position?

No
Travel Required

Up to 50% or 3 days a week (home on weekends - based on project requirements)
IBM Business Group

GBS
Preferred Education

Bachelor's Degree
City / Township / Village

BATON ROUGE
Being You @ IBM

IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
Required Technical and Professional Expertise

·  At least 2 years experience of graphic design and design for web and/or mobile delivery.
·  Experience with Adobe Creative Cloud Applications or similar graphics applications.
·  Strong graphic design and typography skills.
·  Deep understanding of branding and implementing style guides to various types of media.
·  Advanced knowledge of responsive design.
·  Experience with motion design including animation and video and related software.
·  Ability to take rough technical information and make it understandable and well presented.
Country/Region

United States
Preferred Technical and Professional Experience

·  Should have a good understanding of Agile methodology
·  Should have a good understanding of Responsive Design principles
·  Should have a good understanding of Instructional Application design
Secondary Job Category

Design
Eligibility Requirements

None
Position Type

Professional
Early Professional Track

Not Applicable - Professional Hire
Location Statement

For additional information about location requirements, please discuss with the recruiter following submission of your application.
Introduction

Thomas J. Watson said it best: “Good design is good business.” Visualization is critical to discovering data-driven insights and effectively communicating that knowledge to others. Designers at IBM work to create experiences that work together, work the same, and work for our clients. Does the thought of creating the platform at the heart of solutions like Watson, Blockchain, IoT, and Security excite you? If so, read on!
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