Description:
Our client is looking for a Graphic Designer to support the Retail Creative team. This position will report to the Retail Creative Manager.
Responsibilities:
- Partner with the Retail Creative Manager in planning, strategy, design, production, and implementation of storewide graphic packages to support over 300 retail locations
- Create environmental graphics to support new film and product strategies while adhering to established brand standards
- Support the Retail Creative team in executing site specific and global graphic packages
- Coordinate fabrication of 3D and 2D graphics with vendors in a timely manner while adhering to specifications and maintaining a high standard of quality
- Responsible for preparing files for print and/or fabrication
- Responsible for seeing a project from concept through production and installation
- Update Wayfinding and other visual signage as needed
Preferred Qualifications:
- Four (4) + years of graphic design experience
- Experience working in a graphic production environment
- Proven Illustration skills
- Demonstrated client management skills
- Familiarity with project management software
- Proficient in Sketch Up
- Demonstrated experience with motion graphics development for use in video or online (e.g. Adobe After Effects)
- Desire to learn new software as needed to further support the needs of the organization
Basic Qualifications:
- Minimum of two (2) years of graphic design experience
- Must provide a graphic design portfolio that demonstrates knowledge in composition, hierarchy, and color theory as well as a clear understanding of typography and layout
- Demonstrated proficiency in Adobe creative suite with emphasis on Illustrator and Photoshop
- Proficiency in Microsoft office suite including Word, Excel and PowerPoint
- Must be comfortable in a hands-on production environment with a high attention to detail
- Proven familiarity with both print and digital production workflows
- Demonstrated organizational and time management skills
- Proven ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Ability to handle multiple projects with short deadlines
- Ability to articulate conceptual and design decisions
- Ability to give and receive feedback on a regular basis
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
- Must be willing to work early mornings and/or late nights as needed
Preferred Education:
- Bachelor degree in Graphic Design, Environmental Design