Google: Web Graphic Artist - Mountain View

Description:Web Graphic Artist - Mountain ViewThis position is based in Mountain View, CAThe area: EngineeringThe world-class Engineering team at Google aims to solve the most fascinating and difficult problems in computer science and make a positive difference in tens of millions of lives every day. Google engineers are always on the forefront in the creation of new and exciting products in a number of areas, and play a key role in the development of one of the world's most impressive computing infrastructuresThe role: Web Graphic ArtistGoogle is looking for a talented artist with great free-hand illustration skills and the ability to create clean web-ready designs. The ideal candidate will possess the ability to create graphics independently, as well as take direction in a team-based environment. This position requires a utility player with strong artistic ability, web design expertise, organizational skills, and great attention to detail. Online portfolio required.Responsibilities: Creating web images and digital illustrations Creating graphical User Interface elements Manipulating pixel-level details to create elegant icons Optimizing web images for download efficiency Responding to a variety of web and graphics related requests across departments Fulfilling several project requests simultaneously while meeting tight deadlinesQualifications: Freehand illustration skills Strong knowledge of HTML/CSS Solid background and knowledge of Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator Strong knowledge of color theory Ability to work collaboratively Experience with graphics tablet Excellent communication skills Excellent attention to detail Online portfolio of work required BA/BS or equivalentSalary/Benefits: Salary commensurate with experienceGoogle was recently recognized by Fortune Magazine as the #1 Best Company to Work ForOur most valuable resource is our people: energetic, innovative thinkers who care equally about doing great work and developing a culture that's great for all our employees. So we offer Googlers a generous host of benefits as part of our efforts to keep Google a motivating, healthy, and productive place: Health care for you and your family, vacation days and holidays, and flexible work hours, maternity and parental leave, employee referral bonus program, employee assistance services for personal issues, learning opportunities and tuition reimbursement, adoption assistance, Google Child Care Center ( near Google headquarters), free shuttle service to several Bay Area locations, Fuel Efficiency Vehicle Incentive Program, and onsite dry cleaning, plus a coin-free laundry room in the Mountain View office.Job Location: Mountain View, CAJob Number: RUSAGLE119-592459Company URL: http://www.google.comCompany Profile:About Google:Google's innovative search technologies connect millions of people around the world with information every day. Founded in 1998 by Stanford Ph.D. students Larry Page and Sergey Brin, Google today is a top web property in all major global markets. Google's targeted advertising program, which is the largest and fastest growing in the industry, provides businesses of all sizes with measurable results, while enhancing the overall web experience for users. Google is headquartered in Silicon Valley with offices throughout North America, Europe, and Asia. Google is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action EmployerTo all recruitment agencies: Google does not accept agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, Google employees or any other company location. Google is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.