Graphic Designer

POSITION SUMMARY

We are looking for a talented graphic designer to join the Gerber marketing team. In this role, you will help create both digital and printed marketing materials for a variety of business channels. Your visuals need to grab attention and convey the intended message effectively. Achieving this requires creativity and a strong skill in turning requirements into impactful designs. Candidates should be able to produce high-quality materials while adhering to Gerber’s brand guidelines. This role reports directly to the Art Director. Please submit a portfolio of your past work when applying for this position. Any applicants without a portfolio will not be considered.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Design assets for both digital and printed applications including website graphics, social media imagery & videos, sales literature, signage, advertisements, email imagery, packaging, and more 
• Create visually appealing layouts and perform typesetting to ensure clarity, readability, and effective communication of content 
• Design email marketing templates and layouts to effectively engage the target audience 
• Skillfully edit and retouch photos and renderings to enhance quality and visual impact, and ensuring they meet project standards and specifications 
• Help ideate and execute social media content on-the-fly, including ad hoc video and photo production as needed 
• Follow guidance and direction from the Art Director and Brand Manager to ensure alignment with creative vision and brand objectives 
• Assist the Art Director and marketing team by actively participating in meetings, tracking project timelines, and maintaining regular communication to share progress and updates on work 
• Collaborate with project stakeholders and team members to incorporate feedback and make necessary design adjustments, ensuring alignment with project goals and expectations 
• Maintain strict adherence to project timelines while demonstrating flexibility to accommodate changes and adjustments as needed 
• Strive to deliver outstanding results that go beyond client expectations, ensuring satisfaction through high-quality design and attentive service 
• Stay updated on emerging design trends, tools, and practices to support the team effectively 
• Provide ad hoc and additional support to the marketing team and other departments within the organization as needed

REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, visual arts, or a related field 
• 5+ years of experience in graphic design or relevant experience 
• Commensurate work experience 
• Experience designing with HTML and CSS 
• Exposure to packaging design and production 
• Basic understanding of motion graphics 
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Acrobat 
• Some working knowledge of After Adobe Effects and Adobe XD 
• Confident using Microsoft Windows OS and the Microsoft Office Suite 
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills 
• Goal-oriented with high standards for quality and performance 
• Ability to work independently with a high degree of initiative and work well as a member of a global team 
• Hardworking, action-oriented, and results driven 
• Demonstrates a “roll up your sleeves” initiative to get the job done 
• Strong work ethic and meticulous attention to detail 
• Ability to multitask and manage time effectively in a fast-paced environment