Graphic Designer

At Monkee's Franchising, LLC we see graphic design as visual storytelling that engages, informs, and inspires our fashionable consumers. We're looking for a talented graphic designer who can take concepts and ideas and create visual representations, in both print and electronic media. The ideal candidate will have expert knowledge of current design software and be skilled in every step of the design process, from concept to final deliverable. Collaborating with multiple teams across the company and franchisees, the graphic designer should be able to take written or spoken ideas and convert them into a design that connects. The successful candidate will have a thorough understanding of branding and marketing and be able to find the right style and layout for every project. Work on day-to-day creative requests for Monkee's stores and corporate projects. This is an in-office position at our Monkee's Headquarters in Winston-Salem, NC.Your position includes:Design creative assets including email campaigns, social media graphics, animations/gifs, website graphics, digital ads, print ads, custom print material, large signage and more.Design all assets keeping the brand's identity consistent with our established Monkee's Brand Guidelines, thereby maintaining brand integrity across all media.Update and maintain the Monkee's online digital asset management system (Canva) in support of our franchisees.Take concepts to final design and prepare files for appropriate print and digital usage.Assist stores and Marketing team with email setup, scheduling and maintenance.Work on multiple projects efficiently using the Monkee's Task Management system (Teamwork).Respond to custom, creative design requests of franchisees in an efficient and timely manner (3 day lead time).Collaborate with the Marketing team to gather and create content for the creation of the biweekly marketing newsletter (Monkee See, Marketer Do).Attend meetings with franchisees to provide support and assist in marketing efforts, including the development and customization of marketing strategies tailored to their specific needs.Required skills and qualifications:Exceptional creativity and innovative design skillsBachelor's degree (or equivalent) in graphic design, art, or related disciplineFour or more years of experience (academic and professional) with design software, including Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, CanvaExcellent communication and presentation skills