LeapFrog Solutions seeks a highly motivated self-starting individual to join a growing dynamic strategic marketing communications firm in Oakton, Virginia, known for its collaborative team environment. This is a very deadline oriented environment, where punctuality, dependability, and communication are vital. The Senior Graphic Designer will work closely with the Creative Director, Art Director, and Account Executives on LeapFrog Solutions' internal and external client projects. From a Web standpoint, his/her role will include interface design, web development, development of Flash media, HTML emails and animated banners. From a Print standpoint, his/her role will include conceptualization, design and production of corporate collateral, stationery, brochures, marketing materials, logos, direct mail, signage, booth displays and banners. Duties and Responsibilities: • Provide original design for web interfaces, Flash media, HTML emails and animated banners. • Develop Web sites using valid HTML and CSS. Skills with both table-based and tableless CSS layout preferred. • Implement cross-browser compatibility and troubleshoot cross-browser/platform issues in IE, Firefox, Safari, Google Chrome and Mobile Devices. • Provide original design for corporate collateral, stationery, brochures, marketing materials, logos, direct mail, signage, booth displays and banners. • Interact with Creative Director, Art Director and Account Executives to ensure accurate and comprehensive understanding of projects. Education and Experience: • Bachelor's degree in graphic design, web design, advertising or a related field and/or at least 4 years of equivalent work experience. • At least 4 years of experience in design for print, print production and Web site design and development. Extensive knowledge and experience with both online and print design is required. Agency experience preferred. General Skills and Abilities: • Candidate must be able to conceptualize and design promotional materials for online media as well as traditional print media. • Proficiency in the Adobe CS3 Suite: Photoshop, Illustrator, Indesign, Fireworks, Dreamweaver, and Flash. • Proficiency with HTML, CSS, as well as the ability to develop Web sites from initial designs to completed build-out. Knowledge of Actionscript, Javascript, PHP, mySQL, AJAX, XML, ASP, Wordpress and Joomla! a plus. • Proficiency in Microsoft Office 2004 for Mac, including Word, PowerPoint, Excel, and Entourage. • Experience with the production process, both online and print. • Experience working directly with other vendors including printers, photographers, illustrators, service bureaus, and paper merchants. • Strong organizational and interpersonal skills are critical. • A sense of humor and positive attitude. Applicants must be local to the Virginia, Maryland, and Washington DC area for consideration. Submissions from outside this area will not be evaluated. If you are interested in joining a great team with a stable foundation and an excellent reputation, please email your resume immediately, along with a cover letter and a portfolio URL showcasing your work. Hiring Organization: LeapFrog Solutions Location: Oakton, VA Principals only. Recruiters, please don't contact this job poster. Please, no phone calls about this job! Please do not contact job poster about other services, products or commercial interests. dc