Earthbound Trading/Design Project Coordinator - #000 Corporate

Earthbound Trading Company is a community of free spirits, curious soulsand adventurous nomads. Founded in 1994, we’ve grown from our roots as a humble rock and mineral shop to a destination for bohemian-inspired fashion, eclectic gifts, and home decor. We continue to thrive with more than135 locations and a growing online presence. Position: Design Project Coordinator Our amazing Design team is currently looking for a highly organized Design Project Coordinator to support them by acting as the main point of contact for day-to- day management of ongoing design projects. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: • Works closely with our Art Director, Graphic Designers, and cross-functional teams • Acts as the liaison and key line of communication between the Buying, Ecommerce, Visuals, and Creative teams • Serves as the main reviewer and super user of East Projects, our current project management and art request system • Reviews and assigns are requests to the Design team and ensures all needs are provided from those involved, asking questions, and seeing our solutions as needed • Gather information, organize project details, and proactively raise questions within the design request and scheduling process • Collect and organize data to assist team members with other projects as assigned, such as reviewing product sales, researching packaging solutions, and assembling production notes • Prioritize projects on the designer calendar and ensure deadlines are met • Ensure clear and frequent communication around project status and handle any changes or shifts in scope • Assist with spreadsheets like sign distros and maintain file organization and other ongoing catalogs like EB exclusive product tracking and the promo sign database • Spearhead project communication with external partners like mall marketing, packaging suppliers, and other print vendors • Attend meetings to negotiate project details, timelines, and send recap notes afterwards • Performs other related duties as required and assigned QUALITIES AND SKILLS: • Ability to effectively prioritize with strong time management skills in a fast-faced environment • Excellent written and oral communication skills • Highly organized with eagle-eye attention to detail • Collaborative and results-oriented • Passion for establishing and fostering relationships • Respectfully provides feedback and keeps people on task • High level of professionalism and strong sense of urgency • Problem solver always looking for ways to make improvements • Ability to work independently or collaboratively within a team • Flexible with a desire to jump in and contribute wherever needed REQUIREMENTS: • Degree in Marketing, Communications, Project Management, Graphic Design, OR 2+ years experience in a related field • Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite and Google Applications like Sheets • Expertise in organization, prioritization, and time management • Proven success coordinating concurrent projects • Knowledge of graphic design and the retail industry • Potential privilege offered after probationary period: In-office in some capacity but also can work remotely • Must be based in DFW • Reliable home internet connectivity with the ability to troubleshoot own devices and connectivity • Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud programs a PLUS • Understanding of design file formats, art production, and print terminology a PLUS TO LEARN MORE ABOUT US AND TO APPLY: Visit: www.earthboundtrading.com/careers Please be sure to choose store location (#000) in the “can’t find what you are looking for?” section-- then select the search magnifier icon.