Overview

We are looking for a Senior Graphic Designer for one of our retail clients. You will be reporting directly to the ACD and will work directly with the Creative Design and Marketing teams to concept, design, develop, and implement all print, digital, or video-related marketing materials and communications that support the brand strategy. This position is for 1-2 months and requires going onsite Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday in Van Nuys, CA. The projected start is early July for this role. 

Responsibilities: 

• Conceptualize and create intuitive, engaging, and brand-consistent projects for use in digital experiences and traditional marketing campaigns including advertising and trade shows
• Participate and collaborate in conceptual development and design ideation with company executives and members of the marketing team to define creative strategy
• Lead when assigned the creative process by presenting well-developed and strategic creative solutions to meet all project objectives
• Responsible for designing/ producing and managing projects with high accuracy (including basic die line structures, logo design, typography, color studies, photo retouching, preparing files for printer/ vendor, etc.)
• Develop, design, and execute all print-related marketing materials as briefed
• Assist in photoshoot art direction and scheduling, and image retouching
• Lead junior designers on the team as assigned to develop and design visual communication materials that support the brand strategy and external vendors
• Consistently research, identify, and share current industry design trends and competitive reviews as they relate to the brand
• Prepare prototypes and designs for brand presentations
• Write engaging and persuasive headlines, product descriptions, and collateral for all consumer communications
• Contribute to the development of compelling copy that differentiates the consumer brand and stays true to the brand voice and attributes: Modern, Clever and Innovative
• Contribute to the development and delivery of content and programs with high engagement rates and strong positive brand buzz
• Identify and create engagement opportunities that will help grow the Munchkin audience and increase brand awareness
• Other duties may be assigned

Requirements:

• BS/BA or Associates Degree in Graphic Design/Commercial Art and/or minimum 3+ years related work experience in graphic design across digital, trade, and brand
• Experience working with packaging engineers for implementation of designs and transfer of visual assets preferred. CPG or in-house experience highly preferred
• Must be able to design within specific product categories and manage release schedules
• Possess a good design “flair”, a broad thinker and able to offer a variety of design solutions
• Expertise with Mac-based graphics programs, specifically Adobe Creative Suite (Adobe Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign)
• Strong organizational and time-management skills
• Strong knowledge of graphic and print production process
• Work well with tight deadlines in a team environment
• Able to take projects from start to finish with limited supervision

The target hiring compensation range for this role is the equivalent of $31 to $36 an hour. Compensation is based on several factors including, but not limited to education, relevant work experience, relevant certifications, and location.