Production Graphic Designer

JOB DESCRIPTION: PRODUCTION DESIGNER

If you are a designer, who wants to be a part of a growing consumer products company, this position gives you the chance to gain loads of experience while building your portfolio with some fabulous projects, both in-house and with internationally known designers and retailers.

If you're a collaborative designer who has keen attention to detail, print and packaging design experience, and enjoys seeing your work come to life in the marketplace, this is an exciting opportunity to grow your career.

Why You’ll Love This Role:

Creativity with Business Impact: You’ll apply established brand standards to work product that supports sales, strengthens customer relationships, and supports business growth.Let your Attention to Detail Shine: Deliver accurate and high-quality work product – we love processes and checklists!Collaboration & Support: You’ll be part of a collaborative group where we rely on teamwork and accountability to achieve real results.PRIMARY DUTIES:

A summary of primary tasks includes (75-80%):

Lay out artwork for customers’ private-label packaging orders, applying established brand standards, templates, and style guides, and prepare artwork for both internal and external production.Lay out artwork for our Company owned branded product packaging orders, applying established brand standards, templates, and style guides, and prepare artwork for both internal and external production.Create renderings for sales proposals and meetings.Execute tasks efficiently and on budget, working within approved brand guidelines and creative directionEnsure compliance of ingredients, warning labels, and font size requirements for consumer packaging.Make minor modifications to Shopify websites.Professional behavior when making phone calls and working with customers, vendors, and colleagues.Quality control inspections of all incoming products designed by creative team.Demonstrate the ability to execute projects efficiently and independently to high standards, with little oversight.Consistently communicate regularly with stakeholders, leadership, and other key team members regarding progress on short-term and long-term projects.Other duties (20-25%):

Create DTC and B2B marketing materials, e-blasts, newsletters, and tradeshow materials.Work on marketing projects and initiatives from beginning to end including concepts, design, execution for web-related projects, social media, collateral, etc.Photograph products for use in assets and images for packaging, website, social media, digital communications and marketing collateral utilizing in house equipment.Create assets for front-end content for four company websites, including both DTC and B2B audiences and users.Create photography and multimedia content for social media accounts.Support the sales team as necessary in a variety of marketing and creative service’s needs.Assist in new product development initiatives – specifically for packaging concepts.Given the nature of our growing company, this position will also include assignments related to multimedia design, photography, web development, and marketing.Other duties as assigned.QUALIFICATIONS:

In addition to a college degree, the ideal candidate for this position will have:

Strong attention to detail and accountability and accuracy in work productPackaging Design ExperienceProficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud.Advanced skills in InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator and Web Design/HTMLExperience in using AI to enhance and improve workflows and reduce efforts and time budgetsAbility to effectively utilize Microsoft Office is required (Word, PowerPoint, Outlook, Excel)BONUS:

Shopify editing experienceIn addition to the design skills listed above, the ideal candidate for this position will have:

Minimum of 3+ years in in-house or agency graphic design.An ability to multi-task, set priorities and maintain them.Oral communication skills are clear, concise, and effective. This position has direct interaction with customers, as well as suppliers, and our internal sales and marketing team.Excellent written/verbal communication skills.An ability to work well and closely with others in a deadline-driven environment.A willingness to generate new ideas and contribute to the growth of our company and team.A willingness to learn new applications and skills – incorporate AI to increase efficiency.SALARY LEVEL/COMPENSATION:

Compensation is based on experience. Established range is $60,000 - $75,000.

Additional Benefits will also include:

2+ weeks paid vacation annually6 Paid holidaysUp to 5 Personal daysParticipation in company 401(k) plan with 5% employer matchExcellent group medical benefits plan, including dental and vision. Coverage is effective 30-60 days after start date.STD, Maternity / Paternity leave, Sick LeaveOptional participation in Life, ADD, Accident and Critical Illness coveragesEmployee Assistance ProgramPOSITION TYPE:

Full Time | Office Hours: 8:30 – 5:30 pm | Hours worked will be on-site, in our office, located in Columbus, Ohio.

REQUIRED MAJOR/EXPERIENCE:

Graphic Design, Industrial Design.3-5 years of experience in graphic design – in house or agency work.ABOUT THE COMPANY:

In business for nearly 70 years, The Kingswood Company is the leading private-label manufacturer of consumer products for the jewelry industry. We serve some of the best-known retailers and brands in the world.

We were recently recognized on the Inc. 5000 lists for 2020 and 2021 and 2022 for fastest growing companies in America. We have a culture of teamwork, excellence, and growth.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Visit our website at www.thekingswoodcompany.com for more information about our company and available opportunities.

An acceptable Drug and Background check through the Company’s provider will be required upon acceptance of your offer. This will be paid for by the Company.

HOW TO APPLY:

IF you meet the qualifications, and are interested in the position, please submit RESUME, PORTFOLIO AND COVER LETTER indicating your interest in this position, to [email protected] Type: Full-time

Projected Total Compensation: $60,000.00 - $75,000.00 per year

Benefits:

401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceEmployee assistance programHealth insurancePaid time offRetirement planVision insuranceEducation:

Bachelor's (Required)Experience:

Production Design: 2 years (Required)Ability to Commute:

Columbus, OH 43223 (Required)Work Location: In person