Assistant Designer Jobs in Iowa (NOW HIRING)

Location: West Des Moines (Hybrid Schedule) or Remote
About SA - Our People
Think of the world's most talented creative thinkers. Problem-solvers. Strategists. At Strategic America, we don't bring on anything less. The way we see it, if you're going to make the best work of your life, you may as well do it with people you like.
At SA, we've always been passionate about our employees. Since 2021, we're also employee owned with participation in an Employee Stock Option Plan (ESOP). Employee ownership ensures SA remains independent and allows our talented team members to share in the company's success. With each year of employment, SAers build equity in the company, becoming fully vested after six years.
Our employee-led, leadership-supported ERGs celebrate the diversity of our team, foster inclusivity and belonging, and create a space to connect to each other. Through connections and understanding, we build a stronger and more dynamic team and help every person reach their personal peak.
About SA - The Company
When you join SA, you join a strategic team (yes, it's in our name!) who is also wired for action. Authenticity is our focus, and every day we help our clients propel their potential. If you're ready for a fast-paced environment that challenges you, supports you, and rewards you, then look no further. Our clients rely on us and we rely on each other to go the extra mile, to hold ourselves accountable because we're better together and we know we can always find the better way.
We strive to create meaning in work and provide more than just a job; a place to belong and grow. As we leap toward our goals that will shape our future, our employee experience is unique. Flexibility, connection, inclusiveness, and collaboration support our well-being and help us be our best. Because when you feel like you belong, work is no longer work - it's personal. We believe better employees lead to better results.
Join us as we transform your career!
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About The Role
The Web Designer will collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to curate well planned, UX-focused website designs and other digital marketing assets. This person will also assist with building out designs within the CMS, perform ongoing website content maintenance and updates and support QA and troubleshooting efforts.
As a Web Designer, you will...

• Work with internal design and development teams to create visually compelling websites and digital assets while keeping UX/UI best practices in mind
• Translate ideas and requirements into interaction flows, wireframes, style guides and front-end webpage designs
• Assist in designing digital creative for marketing campaigns (banners, email campaigns, illustrations, etc.) with a focus on a cohesive marketing strategy
• Assist the team in implementing final designs into working front-end solutions that meet specifications and requirements outlined for the project
• Perform routine website content updates, including adding new pages, publishing blog posts, updating copy and imagery, and ensuring content remains current and accurate across client sites.
• Assist in QA and testing across multiple browsers and devices to ensure design accuracy and requirement accuracy
• Collaborate and present on designs at key milestones to peer stakeholders
• Collaborate with project managers, content strategists, developers, and other agency personnel on projects
• Bring ideas and improvements to design process and actively find a better way, always
• Stay current on the latest UI, UX, SEO and design trends
• Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associates or Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional work experience.
• At least one year of related work experience required and online portfolio required. Proficiency in Photoshop, Illustrator and other visual design/wireframing tools with front-end design skills preferred.

Position Requirements
Knowledge:

• Proficient knowledge in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Adobe XD)
• Design concept skills, including typography, colors, styles, etc.
• Knowledge of web and web design best practices, including responsive design and digital user experience
• Experience with WordPress content management system, including familiarity with web page builders (e.g., Avada, Elementor, or similar) with a working knowledge of HTML and CSS

Skills:

• Strong organization, presentation, and time management skills
• Ability to manage numerous tasks in a deadline driven work environment
• Proactive, resourceful, and strong problem-solving skills
• Comfortable independently managing routing content updates with attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work collaboratively and effectively with individuals at all levels within the organization, internally and externally
• Comfortable in client-facing environments (calls, presentations, etc.)
• Must be able to work in a fast-paced environment

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Minimal travel required.
Our Commitment to Inclusivity and Diversity
We are proud to be one of only 25 agencies nationwide, and the first in the Midwest, to earn the 4A's Workplace Enlightenment Certification®, and we couldn't have done it without our associates, who participated in digital learning sessions on race, ethnicity, gender, sexuality, age, disabilities, and faith. At SA, we are committed to creating an inclusive and diverse environment where people of every background can thrive and feel welcome.
Don't meet every single requirement for this role? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. Because we are fully committed to our culture of diversity and inclusion, one that reflects the clients we serve and communities we work in, if you're excited about this role but your qualifications don't align perfectly, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.
Salary Grade (internal use only) - 6
The Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act requires employers in the state of Colorado to disclose the following information. If the position applied to is not located in Colorado, the following information may not apply. Salary Minimum: $54,483 Salary Maximum: $84,448. Other components of our Total Rewards package are our discretionary bonus plan and employee stock ownership plan, health, dental, and vision insurance coverage, an employee wellness program, life and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, volunteer time off and paid time off.