GRAPHIC DESIGNER

Searching for a Graphic Designer to join our team. Graphic Designer must be able to work under tight deadlines while maintaining the integrity of the artwork. PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Strong Design Skills • Knowledge of Adobe Softwares such as InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop • Knowlege and skills in creating Illustrations using drawing and sketching • Responsible for maintaining and creating brand identity systems for multitude of product lines • Working with Department manager and Graphics lead to establish appropriate direction for assigned projects • Create graphic solutions for the following: Packaging design, catalogs, presentations, social media/web/trade show graphics, and sales collateral • Ability to take an assigned project from conception to completion - responsibilities include: • Creating illustrations/artwork • Layout/copywriting, typography • Sourcing images, effects, and materials • Ensuring accuracy of all graphic elements (proofing artwork & copy content) • Preparing artwork for print production • Follow provided style guides, assist in creation of new style guides when needed • Follow-through to provide Traffic co. with color proofs for Asian vendors, paper documentation of deliverables, etc. • Working with graphics lead to make sure work is projecting correct image & message • Providing correct specs. mock-up samples for buyer review or to send out to Asia (hangtags, displays, boxes, sleeves, trays, inserts, POP, and show signage) Strong Understanding of the 4-color process • Ability to direct & work w/ print vendors • Proficient in identifying reasons for poor print outcomes and ability to provide solutions