Graphic Designer Jobs

The ideal Graphic Designer candidate will have experience in both print and electronic media. We’re looking for someone who can take direction from written or spoken ideas and convert them seamlessly into images, layouts and other designs. Candidates should have a wide range of design capabilities and experience, with a solid background in visual communications, commercial art, print, digital, photography, branding, and typography. In this fast-paced work environment, the ideal Graphic Designer will be able to hit the ground running as soon as we bring on a new project. Candidates should be able to conceptualize, design and execute creative solutions that consistently and clearly communicate the company's brand identity, positioning and messaging through all brand touch points (including print, web, email, social media, events, B2B and B2C marketing collateral, internal marketing and packaging, etc.).

Responsibilities:

• Interacts with Copywriter to develop creative concepts and executions
• Completion of other tasks and duties as assigned
• Responsible for graphic design, seeing all projects through from concept, design, production, completion, and delivery
• Prepares final layout by marking and pasting up finished copy and art
• Knows when to be flexible and adjusts to effectively respond to changes
• Stays on the cutting edge of what’s new in design, identifying opportunities to implement and experimenting with applying new methods and concepts
• Presents design work at various stages to stakeholders for review and final approval
• Illustrates concepts and obtains approval by designing rough layout of art and copy regarding arrangement, size, type size and style, and related aesthetic concepts
• Works closely with Marketing Coordinator to keep all projects on track, utilizing project management software to monitor project progress/completion/concerns
• Works closely and collaboratively with the Marketing team on all creative projects, following the company’s brand guidelines
• Conceptualizes and produces graphics for all types of print and digital marketing, including product packaging, catalogs, and flyers
• Attention to detail demonstrated by closely reviewing and using design checklists
• Interprets company design needs and develops concepts to suit specific guidelines while working within budget constraints

Requirements:

• Exhibits honesty, tact and consideration towards others
• Seeks win-win solutions and manages conflict while fostering respect
• Highly responsive to requests by peers, customers and leaders
• Takes no-exuses approach to making things happen, taking personal accountability for actions, results and time management
• Exhibits critical thinking by working through details of a problem to reach a solution
• Professional, positive attitude with a strong work ethic and willingness to observe and learn
• Ensures all work consistently meets established brand standards and guidelines
• Strong organization and problem solving skills with the ability to manage and execute multiple projects
• Takes direction well and is able to excel in a highly collaborative work environment
• Uses appropriate communication methods, keeping stakeholders adequately informed
• Meets personal commitments and deadlines, tracking progress towards achieving results

Qualifications:

• Advanced understanding of print design best practices: utilizing a grid-system for layout, typography, design hierarchy, designing with gutters, bleed, and margins
• Experience designing all types of print collateral and product packaging
• Experience with Keyshot and JIRA a plus
• 3+ years of experience in branding, print and web design, working within an in-house creative department or other creative team environment
• Highly proficient in Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Microsoft Office

Salary Range: $65,500.00 - $75,500.00 Annually

Benefits

• 401k with up to 4% employer match
• Three weeks of PTO (up to 4 weeks with tenure) with seven paid holidays
• Additional paid parental leave beyond state/federal offerings
• Quarterly catered lunch events for all employees
• Employer paid Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• RAM Mounts product discounts

Job Type: Full Time