Job Summary:

The Graphic Illustrator will communicate information, ideas, and instructions via visual drawings and schematics created according to specifications set forth by the customer or company.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• None.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Designs, creates, and produces visual concepts for presentations and printed materials.
• Collaborates with customers, product specialists, or communications staff to understand instructions and specifications and to organize the project accordingly.
• Creates illustrations to be used in technical and instructional manuals and other publications.
• Creates accurate exploded-view drawings for assembly and subassembly breakdown based on engineering blueprints.
• Ensures the final project addresses the clients needs, deadlines, specifications, and budget.
• Maintains accurate records to account for billable time and costs.
• Uses artistic judgment to select appropriate composition, design, and layout for each illustration.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Ability to render illustrations for manuals and other publications based on sketches, mechanical blueprints, and drawings.
• Ability to accurately and consistently complete work on schedule and with minimal supervision.
• Understanding of mechanical blueprints and drawings.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Ability to exercise creativity to assist clients.
• Highly proficient with graphics software and Microsoft Office Suite or similar programs.

Education and Experience:

• Associates degree in Technical Art or equivalent work experience in technical art, drafting, or related field required.
• Experience producing illustrations from engineering drawings and customer input highly preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.