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Who We Are

ADsmith is a team of marketers serving local, regional, and national clients. We have the strategists, research capabilities, digital and media experts, designers, writers, and award-winning videographers to successfully deliver quantifiable outcomes to clients in numerous industries.

Intentional Marketing guides our strategic and creative process. We believe in innovation and transparency, delivered efficiently to keep us economically competitive. ADsmith cultivates an environment that sparks creativity, personal growth, productivity, and profitability for our team, our clients, and the company.

Are We Right for You?

Have you helped deliver creative marketing projects to successful completion under tight deadlines? Do you have a passion for learning and staying ahead of the curve regarding new digital and marketing design trends?

The Designer/Video Editor is responsible for creating exceptional digital and video products that communicate effectively and produce results for ADsmith and our clients.  The Designer/Video Editor will collaborate with our seasoned Graphic Designers and Studio Manager. This position requires supporting our team in generating content. Examples of creative content include digital ads, social media, website design, and general design projects like print materials and video editing. There will also be opportunities to support our Studio Manager at on-location video/photo shoots.

If you enjoy variety, this position offers you the chance to:

• Collaboratively or solely develop unique creative concepts
• Creating quality, commercially viable designs and video work in a range of budgets
• Experimenting with generating social content tailored to various client categories and social platforms
• Developing full campaigns supporting digital and traditional media (TV, billboards, etc.)
• Website design

How much experience do you need?

• This position is open to new creative individuals just starting out, or those with a few years of experience.
• College graduates are preferred; however, we will be considering applicants primarily on their portfolios. Please have examples of both graphic design and video work to share with us.
• You must have a basic understanding of working with all the necessary software for design and video. This coupled with a fearless drive to learn new things will make you stand out.
• The ADsmith creative team will help you grow, but you must be self-motivated to learn fast.

What we are looking for:

• Strong understanding of design principles; can bring together lines, colors, shapes, spaces, textures, typography, scale, dominance, and emphasis to create visually appealing and well-structured designs.
• Is both creative and innovative.
• Understands the importance of building or maintaining brand identity and integrity.
• Has a strong understanding of social media content for various platforms.
• Solid skills in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign and Photoshop.
• Experience in Adobe After Effects or similar is a plus, as is experience in Figma.
• Experience in posting social content would be a plus.
• The ability to write some social/digital content would be a plus but is not required.
• Video Skills – Above all, the Video Editor must have excellent editing skills and be experienced – or able to quickly learn and master – Photoshop, Illustrator, MS Word, Excel, Adobe Premiere, Audition and After Effects
• An understanding of digital mediums and willingness to learn new platforms is a must.
• Pays attention to details.
• Willingness to receive feedback; wants to learn new skills.
• Is trustworthy with confidential client information.
• Functions and thrives in a challenging environment.
• Can work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• Works well with a diverse team.
• Can work independently – a key skill for working from home.
• Able to use PC-based technology

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to read, interpret documents, write, and communicate verbally and in writing.
• Ability to sit or stand for prolonged periods.
• Ability to reach, stand, stoop, and lift up to 10 lbs.
• Ability to type on a computer keyboard and operate office equipment, including telephone.

Office Hours: 

M-F 8:30 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (may office from home up to 3 days per week after initial onboarding period and approval to move to WFH status. Typically takes between 4 to 12 months)

Compensation & Benefits:

ADsmith maintains a progressive wage and salary plan to attract, retain, and motivate competent employees. ADsmith compensates employees based on:

• Relative value of their jobs within the agency
• The level of individual performance
• Competitiveness within the external market

ADsmith provides:

• Group health insurance plan
• 16 days (128 hours) of Paid Time Off benefits (vacation, sick leave, personal day)
• 12 paid holidays
• $50/month cell phone reimbursement
• Ongoing professional training

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $35,000 to $45,000 per year, pending experience.

Benefits:

• IRA match 3%
• Health insurance
• Dental & vision insurance
• Life insurance
• Short and long-term disability insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience: Bachelor’s Degree or relevant experience

Work Location: Hybrid (in office and remote) in Springfield, MO 65804

If you’re ready to WORK, PLAY, & THRIVE, send your resume to amy@adsmith.biz.