POSITION SUMMARY

The Graphic/Web Designer designs print and digital marketing and advertising materials in support of a comprehensive consumer marketing program. This position entails designing marketing and advertising materials and brand identity elements including but not limited to print literature, print advertisements, logos, trade show materials, web pages, and digital materials including banner ads, and digital backgrounds. The Graphic/Web Designer works cohesively with various departments, including Marketing Communications colleagues, internal web development team and external partners to effectively translate design into reality.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

* Responsible for the layout, design, and production of print and digital projects.
* Support stylistic and artistic direction of all project and marketing work product, including web sites and banner ads, print collateral, print advertisements, email campaign communications, maps, trade show and other information graphics.
* Creation and refinement of conceptual design options for review and selection by supervisors.
* Selects appropriate images for all projects, and digitally retouches them to achieve desired changes and/or look.
* Ensures all projects adhere to corporate brand identity.
* Updates designs for existing items as requested by Marketing Manager.
* Consults with photographer on studio and non-studio shoots as appropriate.
* Consults with videographer on shoots as appropriate.
* Works closely with Marketing Communications team members to understand departmental and organizational priorities, and acts accordingly.
* As needed, works closely with external creative resources including agencies and freelancers to provide direction for outsourced projects.
* Maintain design skills to remain current with latest design programs and trends.
* Contribute to the department's learning culture by bringing new ideas and design best practices to the team for discussion.
* Additional duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

* Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Design, Art or related field
* 4+ years of previous graphic and web design experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience
* Occasional travel either locally, nationally, and/or internationally may be required.
* High degree of proficiency MS Office Suite, Outlook & Internet applications
* Proficient with InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Dreamweaver, Flash, Microsoft Sharepoint, desktop publishing software.
* Strong analytical, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem-solving, presentation, budgeting, project management (from conception to completion), & planning skills
* Strong verbal and written communication skills (including analysis, interpretation, & reasoning)
* Solid understanding and application of mathematical concepts
* Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with peers and colleagues across the organization, as well as, internal and external clients
* Ability to work well autonomously and within a team in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment.
* Ability to work with and influence peers and senior management
* Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting

PHYSICAL ASPECTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT

* Regularly required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl; and talk or hear.
* Regularly/Occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.
* Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.
* The noise level in the work environment is usually low/moderate.
* Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

SGK is a global packaging and brand experience company. From idea to implementation, we deliver packaging solutions and brand experiences that give brands the freedom to speak louder, scale faster and grow stronger. We simplify marketing and amplify brands to deliver value. SGK is a Matthews International company.

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