Nintendo
CONTRACT - Graphic Designer
Nintendo, Redmond, Washington, United States, 98052
Nintendo of America Inc.
About Nintendo of America : From the launch of the Nintendo Entertainment System more than 30 years ago, Nintendo's mission has been to create smiles through unique entertainment experiences. Here at Nintendo of America Inc., we deliver on this mission by partnering closely with Nintendo Co., Ltd., to bring Nintendo's iconic and cherished franchises including
Mario ,
Donkey Kong ,
The Legend of Zelda ,
Metroid ,
Animal Crossing ,
Pikmin
and
Splatoon
across the Americas through our video games, hardware systems, and collaborations with partners on a range of other entertainment initiatives like feature films and theme parks.Based in Redmond, Wash., Nintendo of America serves as headquarters for Nintendo's operations in the Americas. We are an equal opportunity employer offering a welcoming and inclusive environment in service to one another, our products, and the diverse consumers and communities we call home. For more information about Nintendo, please visit the company's website at https://www.nintendo.com/.** This is a CONTRACT position
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:
Designs creative solutions for internal requests using strong technical skillsOccasional large scale projects and packaging assignments- projects will get assigned at managers discretionUnderstands and adheres to brand guidelines and style guidesUnderstands company prioritiesUnderstands emerging technologies and innovation in the world of design- brings that knowledge back to the teamCan be the lead designer on software titles- setting creative direction- posts and communicates direction out to other designersContributes to team by providing input, feedback and constructive criticism on designsIdentifies areas of improvement in design departmentWorks both independently and collaboratively with other designers and clientsContributes to the overall success of the teamCreates layout for various print projects including logos, packaging, manuals, and marketing materialsOccasionally designs software packaging, inserts and label artWorks with collaboratively with internal teams such as the Localization team for game manual and packaging layoutsDesigns event and trade show graphics such as banners, posters and fliersParticipates in group work by providing comps, ideas and criticism in a positive waySupports cross-functionally with other members of the design team, when needed
SUMMARY OF REQUIREMENTS:
Three to five years of related experience in a fast paced graphic design/production environmentMacintosh computer skills (Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign)Strong attention to detail, deadlines and schedulesAbility to draw and illustrate ideas throughout the design process and create finished original artworkAbility to create print-ready production files for manufacturingAbility to perform digital color correction, editing, and file transfers of created artwork
Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States to be considered. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
** This is a CONTRACT position
This position is hybrid in Redmond, WA. Hybrid positions require regular onsite work following the schedule and guidelines for their division. This position is not open to fully remote status at this time.
This contract position has a base pay range of $35 - $55 per hour and is eligible for benefits through the employing agency. Agency benefits may include medical, dental and vision, 401(k), basic/supplemental life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, health and dependent care spending accounts, transportation benefits, employee assistance program, paid sick leave, and up to 6 paid holidays per year. All benefits are subject to elections, eligibility requirements, plan and program terms. Benefits offerings will be confirmed at the time of offer by the employing agency, and may differ depending on the employing agency partner.
#LI-Hybrid
About Nintendo of America : From the launch of the Nintendo Entertainment System more than 30 years ago, Nintendo's mission has been to create smiles through unique entertainment experiences. Here at Nintendo of America Inc., we deliver on this mission by partnering closely with Nintendo Co., Ltd., to bring Nintendo's iconic and cherished franchises including
Mario ,
Donkey Kong ,
The Legend of Zelda ,
Metroid ,
Animal Crossing ,
Pikmin
and
Splatoon
across the Americas through our video games, hardware systems, and collaborations with partners on a range of other entertainment initiatives like feature films and theme parks.Based in Redmond, Wash., Nintendo of America serves as headquarters for Nintendo's operations in the Americas. We are an equal opportunity employer offering a welcoming and inclusive environment in service to one another, our products, and the diverse consumers and communities we call home. For more information about Nintendo, please visit the company's website at https://www.nintendo.com/.** This is a CONTRACT position
DESCRIPTION OF DUTIES:
Designs creative solutions for internal requests using strong technical skillsOccasional large scale projects and packaging assignments- projects will get assigned at managers discretionUnderstands and adheres to brand guidelines and style guidesUnderstands company prioritiesUnderstands emerging technologies and innovation in the world of design- brings that knowledge back to the teamCan be the lead designer on software titles- setting creative direction- posts and communicates direction out to other designersContributes to team by providing input, feedback and constructive criticism on designsIdentifies areas of improvement in design departmentWorks both independently and collaboratively with other designers and clientsContributes to the overall success of the teamCreates layout for various print projects including logos, packaging, manuals, and marketing materialsOccasionally designs software packaging, inserts and label artWorks with collaboratively with internal teams such as the Localization team for game manual and packaging layoutsDesigns event and trade show graphics such as banners, posters and fliersParticipates in group work by providing comps, ideas and criticism in a positive waySupports cross-functionally with other members of the design team, when needed
SUMMARY OF REQUIREMENTS:
Three to five years of related experience in a fast paced graphic design/production environmentMacintosh computer skills (Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign)Strong attention to detail, deadlines and schedulesAbility to draw and illustrate ideas throughout the design process and create finished original artworkAbility to create print-ready production files for manufacturingAbility to perform digital color correction, editing, and file transfers of created artwork
Applicants must be legally eligible to work in the United States to be considered. Visa sponsorship is not available for this role.
** This is a CONTRACT position
This position is hybrid in Redmond, WA. Hybrid positions require regular onsite work following the schedule and guidelines for their division. This position is not open to fully remote status at this time.
This contract position has a base pay range of $35 - $55 per hour and is eligible for benefits through the employing agency. Agency benefits may include medical, dental and vision, 401(k), basic/supplemental life and AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability insurance, health and dependent care spending accounts, transportation benefits, employee assistance program, paid sick leave, and up to 6 paid holidays per year. All benefits are subject to elections, eligibility requirements, plan and program terms. Benefits offerings will be confirmed at the time of offer by the employing agency, and may differ depending on the employing agency partner.
#LI-Hybrid