Graphic Designer

Together we make breakthroughs possible.

At OCLC, we build technology with a purpose: to connect libraries and make knowledge accessible worldwide, because we believe that what is known must be shared. Our teams work with complex global datasets, AI and machine learning, hybrid cloud solutions, and other technologies that connect people and organizations to the information they need. We value the power of unique perspectives and experiences to unlock innovation. At OCLC, your ideas matter, whether you have two years of experience or 20. You’ll learn, create, and problem-solve with technologists, product developers, librarians, researchers, marketing pros, and support teams around the world.

Why join OCLC?

OCLC is consistently recognized as a best place to work by several independent programs. We recognize and reward people and results with a comprehensive Total Rewards package. This means competitive compensation that reflects your unique contributions—performance, experience, and skills—along with exceptional benefits, including best-in-class health coverage, retirement plans with generous company contributions, and a commitment to your overall well-being.

• We know the best ideas don’t always happen at a desk. Take a walking meeting around our 100-acre campus or enjoy lunch on the patio. We’re committed to your success—both personally and professionally. Hybrid work environment: For many roles, three days a week on-site, with occasional additional days based on business needs.

• Free use of our on-site fitness center, gym sports, group exercise classes, and game room

• Onsite catering and cafeteria subsidized by OCLC

• Health and wellness events

• Work environments with individual and team spaces and the latest technology tools

• Paid parental leave and adoption assistance

• Tuition reimbursement and Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligibility

• Company-subsidized pricing on local tickets and memberships

Join us in transforming how people everywhere access information and be part of a mission-driven team that makes a global impact.

The job details are as follows:

The Design Team at OCLC provides visual and experience design for OCLC’s global branding and marketing operations, as well as design direction and support for internal teams and external agencies. The Graphic Designer works with Directors, Senior Designers, Copywriters, Product Marketers, and Marketing Managers to conceive and develop effective marketing materials across a wide range of applications. You will work with a variety of projects including print materials and production, social graphics, infographics, iconography, illustration, environmental graphics, trade show graphics, web and digital design. The Graphic Designer thinks strategically and communicates design rationale effectively to colleagues, product teams, and management. You will have the experience and willingness to proactively lead the design and implementation of design projects, balancing the needs of the end user with strategic marketing and sales objectives.

Responsibilities

• Work on wide range of print and digital media including social, collateral, presentations and web
• Work within corporate branding guidelines and standards
• Think creatively and develop new design concepts, graphics, iconography, and layouts
• High-quality conceptualization, layout, and print production
• Prepare rough drafts and present ideas
• Amend final designs to gain full approval
• Work as part of a team with copywriters, designers, and product managers

• Work with internal teams globally to translate their communication intent into visual form for print and digital

• Work on a large, global website with high visibility

Qualifications

Minimum Required

• Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Design, Marketing or related discipline
• 2-3 years professional design experience, preferably with a marketing or creative agency
• Extensive experience with Adobe Creative Suite applications (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, and Acrobat), social media platforms, Figma and Canva
• Strong illustrative capabilities
• Understanding of social media platforms and design specs
• Adaptability and flexibility to grow and change as social platforms are constantly evolving
• Demonstrable design skills with a strong portfolio
• Possession of versatility, conceptual/visual ability and originality
• Ability to interact, communicate and present ideas
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
• Knowledge of and ability to create templates for Microsoft Word and PowerPoint
• Professionalism regarding time, costs and deadlines
• Ability to multi-task, juggling a lot of projects at once while maintaining a good eye for details and still meet necessary deadlines
• Strong problem-solving and creative-thinking skills
• Curiosity about AI, experience using it, and the judgment to know when it improves the work when it doesn’t

Desirable But Not Required

• Strong working knowledge of HTML, CSS and related standards and techniques
• Photography, videography, or motion graphics experience

PORTFOLIOS ARE REQUIRED FOR CONSIDERATION.

Working Conditions: Normal office environment.

ADA/EAA: The above statements cover what are generally believed to be principal and essential functions of this job. Specific circumstances may allow or require some people assigned to the job to perform a somewhat different combination of duties.