Art Director

Sportsman’s Guide

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Sportsman’s Guide is a leading e-retailer of outdoor sporting goods including firearms, ammo, clothing and footwear, camping, military surplus, and fishing equipment. We are one part of a formidable outdoor adventure group selling top-name and private label brands through a powerhouse e-commerce business. Growing from a company that originated in our founder's basement to a major online and catalog retailer requires a lot of effort from many great people. These people are more than employees, they are our friends and neighbors, campers, and hunting buddies. We bring the love of the great outdoors with us when we come to work. Join us as we lead the way in delivering exceptional products, with the bonus upside of having access to our own playground of toys.

https://www.sportsmansguide.com/

Position Details

Art Director
Job
Full-time
Office/WFH
100% remote
11/13/2023
Twin Cities Metro
South St Paul, MN

ABOUT THE POSITION

We are looking for an Art Director/Graphic Designer who thrives in a fast-paced environment and loves the challenge of developing creative solutions. You will collaborate with our creative and marketing teams and should be well-versed in multi-channel creative, print, digital, social, experiential, and more. You should be creatively curious and energized by new challenges. Web design, motion graphics, and AI experience is a bonus but not required.

A successful candidate will:

  • Generate clear ideas and concepts in tandem with the marketing team
  • Be a collaborative thinker, applying your design skills to a diverse set of deliverables
  • Understand the importance of consumer mindset, and develop creative solutions rooted in strategic insights
  • Take work from concept to final execution within deadlines
  • Effectively manage time and responsibilities
  • Be able to articulate your ideas clearly and present them to others
  • Have a curious, creative mind and stay on top of trends and tech
  • Value continuous learning and knowledge sharing as it relates to new approaches, tools, and technology

RESPONSIBILITIES AND DUTIES

This role demands a strong portfolio, a keen eye for aesthetics and design with strong communication skills. We are a growing company with diverse creative opportunities – we care about results and are all eager to jump in and get our hands dirty.

Important competencies to effectively perform this role include:

  • Detail-oriented with solid organizational skills
  • Incorporate feedback and take/give direction well 
  • Low ego, despite exceptional creative talent
  • Can work both independently and in a collaborative team environment
  • Motivated individuals who are fueled by innovative thinking. 
  • Willing to take initiative, and have a desire to tackle challenging opportunities

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

A passion for beautiful design and smart creative solutions. A resilient, can-do attitude.

Some of the things you might bring to the role include:

  • 3+ years of experience as an Art Director/Graphic Designer
  • Demonstrated talent in Graphic Design/Visual Communications
  • A clear grasp of design fundamentals, typography, color theory, digital design, print production and image selection.
  • Proficient use of the Adobe Suite or other visual design and wire-framing tools

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