Graphic Design Coordinator/Marketing Assistant

Who We Are

D&S Automotive was founded in 1977 and has since grown to become a leader in Northeast Ohio collision repair and automobile restyling. The company is locally owned and headquartered in Mentor, Ohio, with a total of six locations-two in Mentor, and one each in Chardon, Elyria, Kirtland, and North Ridgeville. D&S Automotive's unrivaled customer experience and attention to detail have earned us a reputation in the community for award-winning service, quality care, and community involvement.

In addition to offering collision repair services, we also have an automotive glass repair company called Defender Auto Glass which was founded in 2014 and provides customers with the same great experience as D&S Automotive.

What We Value

Philanthropy: We believe our communities shape our business. We embrace philanthropy and maintain a culture of giving to better our community, just as it betters us

Family: Families support, respect, and work together toward common goals. We foster a welcoming atmosphere where employees can build camaraderie and elevate teamwork.

About The Position

We are seeking a dynamic and creative Graphic Design Coordinator/Marketing Assistant to join our team. This role combines graphic design and marketing support responsibilities, making it ideal for someone with a passion for both visual design and marketing strategies. The successful candidate will be responsible for coordinating design projects, creating marketing materials, and supporting various marketing initiatives, including those outside of business hours.

Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM

Location: Onsite, Headquarters in Mentor, OH

Reports To: Marketing Manager

Compensation & Benefits: Competitive hourly compensation, medical, vision, dental, PTO, continuing education opportunities, paid holidays, paid volunteer program, paid life insurance, and 401(k) plan with match. Pay will commensurate with the chosen candidate's experience

Essential Job Functions

Graphic Design & Production: Utilize Adobe Creative Suite to design and enhance high-quality materials for both digital and print formats, including brochures, newsletters, posters, banners, invitations, flyers, and social media content.Marketing Event Support: Support the Marketing Manager with the planning and execution of marketing events, including those occurring outside regular business hours.Campaign Support: Support the marketing team with planning, implementing, and monitoring marketing campaigns.Brand & Apparel Design: Develop innovative and stylish designs for apparel, logos, and branded materials while ensuring designs align with brand identity.Interactive Form Development: Design and develop interactive, user-friendly forms through Adobe Acrobat that meet the organization's needs.Project Management: Manage multiple design projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines are met and quality standards are upheld.Email & SMS Marketing: Assist with creation and execution of SMS and Email marketing campaigns through Klaviyo, including CRM management.Intranet Content Support: Assist the Human Resources Department with posting and updating content across the company's intranet.Market Research: Conduct research on market trends, competitor activities, and target audience preferences to inform marketing strategies.Agency & Vendor Collaboration: Collaborate with other agencies and vendor partners.Networking & Community Engagement: Attend networking opportunities as they arise, ie. Chamber of Commerce events.Additional Responsibilities: Perform other duties as assigned by supervisor(s).

Skills, Qualifications & Experience

Minimum of one year of professional experience in graphic design within a marketing or advertising setting is requiredProficiency in Adobe Creative Suite programs, including Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, and Acrobat is requiredStrong creative skills with a portfolio showcasing a range of design projectsKeen eye for detail and consistency in design workWorking knowledge of Meta platforms (Facebook Business Manager, Instagram Ads, and other social media channels)Exposure to email campaign software (Klaviyo) is a plusPrior experience working on e-commerce (Big Commerce) marketing content is a plusDegree in Graphic Design, Marketing, Communications, or a related field is a plusHigh school diploma or equivalent requiredValid drivers license and ability to pass a criminal background check

Characteristics Sought

Highly motivated, self-startCreative Exceptional communicatorHighly organizedCollaborative

Physical Requirements

Prolonged periods of sitting and working at a computerFrequent use of hands and fingers for typing, mouse use, and operating office equipmentOccasional standing, walking, bending, or reachingAbility to lift and carry light materials up to 25 pounds (such as event materials or printed items)Occasional attendance at events outside normal business hours

Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.

D&S Automotive is an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

Updated December 19th, 2025

All candidates upon Offer of Employment will be required to submit to a Background Check, where we check for prior felonies. In addition, we run a Motor Vehicle Report to check for a valid driver license, prior citations/suspensions and total points on the license, if applicable.