Full Time Graphic

Graphic Designer - Full Time

Competitive Edge Advertising Specialty Mfg. The company’s extensive use of cutting‑edge technology makes it an industry leader. The Art Department is charged with enhancing the image of the company and its clients.

We are seeking an experienced Graphic Designer to join our Art Department in the design and layout of a variety of creative materials, including logos, t‑shirts, catalogs, websites, marketing collateral and more. In this dynamic role you will apply your creative expertise to conceptualize, articulate, and present concepts.

Must be extremely creative and detail‑oriented, with excellent organizational and time‑management skills.

Develop effective designs and layouts including logos, t‑shirts, identity systems, print and digital publications, catalogs, space ads, direct mail pieces, insert pieces, sample boxes, brochures, etc.

Design and preparation of digital promotions including e-newsletters/e-blasts, websites, banners, social media, marketing collateral, etc.

Create, clean up, or resize customer’s art and/or logos for various types of ad specialties and promotional products including artwork required for catalog orders.

Create artwork for film output related to textile screen printing and digitizing of artwork for embroidery.

Produce the artwork specifications for all ad specialty orders as described on art specification sheets or according to requirements described by salespersons or members of the management team.

Meet the production art requirements of the company as assignments come into the department in a timely, accurate, and professional manner.

Proofreads, compares, and verifies the accuracy of all details such as font type, size, color, copy, and logo specifications for all jobs assigned.

Keep current with existing trends impacting graphic design and graphic design tools.

Perform other duties or special projects as assigned.

Technical art or graphic design training or instruction; Associate Degree in Applied Arts, Graphic Design, or Commercial Art.

At least 3 years experience of professional graphic design experience working with print, web, and digital media.

Proven experience developing effective designs and layouts including logos, t‑shirts, identity systems, print publications, digital publications, catalogs, e-newsletters/e-blasts, websites, banners, social media, marketing collateral, and more.

Expertise in using relevant software applications including InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, PowerPoint, etc., and all online production techniques.

Thorough knowledge of print, web, and digital production processes.

Skilled in typography, layout, and color theory, both in print and digital media.

Must have production skills including trapping color, textile color separation, etc.

Basic knowledge of HTML preferred.

Experience in shooting and editing digital photography.

Proven ability to lead projects and collaborate with creative teams.

Excellent time management and organizational skills with ability to be flexible as project and management needs change, all while balancing competing demands.

Self‑starter who works well independently and in a team environment with a strong interest in graphic design.