Graphic Designer & Marketing Associate

Company The individual in this role will work within the Marketing Department to design and execute key marketing functions across multiple timelines. • Work with print vendors for print production, estimates and timelines • Coordinate across departments to collect data, copy and assets needed to complete projects • Manage inventory of printer supplies and perform necessary maintenance to printing equipment • Contribute to content planning and strategy of marketing efforts in collaboration with the ecommerce and purchasing teams • Manage email marketing and social media marketing programs • Review and interpret marketing analytics tracking to better plan marketing strategy • Edit and proofread content for all marketing communications and collateral • Copywriting skills and ability to write effective SEO marketing content is a plus • Assist in content development by producing engaging written and visual content — including editorial content for emails, social media, and story-driven marketing materials, product and brand descriptions and features, etc. • A background in the arts, knowledge of fine arts materials, and retail industry knowledge preferred • Understanding of, and experience with, utilizing email marketing platforms, social media platforms and other digital marketing tools to implement a variety of digital marketing efforts • Ability to follow and maintain Plaza’s established branding and design aesthetic based on brand guidelines • Proven experience in print and digital design, retail layouts preferred • Proficiency in print production and file prep of multipage publications • Outstanding time-management skills across a fast-paced work environment and ability to meet deadlines • Proficient in social media and email marketing strategy, concepts and trends • Interest in staying abreast of design, visual marketing, and e-commerce trends • Ability to work autonomously on assigned projects and act as your own project manager • Ability to collaborate with other members of the Marketing & Web Teams in design and planning of marketing materials • Creative thinker, problem solver and innovator — able to translate concepts into design as well as contribute to and communicate those ideas