Salzman Group Inc is hiring: Graphic Designer in Rochester

Job Description Description: The Graphic Designer is a creative, positive, detail-oriented, organized individual who is experienced, self-motivated, and able to switch directions quickly while keeping pace with our workflow. This position will be tasked with creating imaginative, strategic, and culturally-relevant designs that will push forward both our brand and those of our vendors. Strong problem solving skills, a proactive approach to challenges, excellent communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with the team will be necessary to be successful. In this full-time position, you will report directly to the Marketing Art Director and will be working closely to the Senior Graphic Designer. Requirements: Responsibilities: * Applying your understanding of typography, photo editing, layout design, communication design, and brand standards * Implementing and developing email marketing (via Klaviyo Marketing and Shopify’s eCommerce Platform) * Creating website banners, web advertisements, social media visuals, branded assets, and other visual design assignments * Carrying a diversified workload of projects, all at varying stages * Reviewing projects daily to identify questions and answers needed to move projects forward * Editing imagery to format for digital environments * Optimizing email designs, setting them up in our email platform, and scheduling them for deployment * Designing reusable templates for the entire team * Keeping a pulse on current design and marketing trends within, but not limited to, the coffee industry * Assisting in the development of marketing ideas for web, email, social, and video platforms * Collaborating with other team members to receiving, interpreting, and acting on feedback, as well as communicating design choices and constraints to team members * Understanding differing brand voices and designing for multiple brands within the Salzman Group as needed Qualifications: * 2+ years of professional job experience in graphic design including design for web, brand development, social media, and identity design * Bachelor’s degree in a graphic design-related field * Expert knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite’s design applications; specifically Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator * Proficiency in Figma, Klaviyo Platform, and Shopify are a plus, but not required * Ability to complete projects on schedule that support our brand identities and goals, as well as those of our clients * Fluent and knowledgeable in design trends and brand design, and able to adapt to changing market forces * A strong online portfolio with examples of work that include designing for eCommerce and branding * 2D/3D Animation Experience preferred *Any resume submitted without an electronic portfolio will not be considered Perks of the position: * Small-business, E-commerce culture * Employee discounts on coffee and brewing equipment * Competitive health and dental insurance plans * 401k plan with company contribution * Vacation time, sick time, and paid holidays * Fully stocked kitchen in the office for all employees to enjoy * Company-sponsored DashPass * Unlimited coffee, cappuccinos, and lattes