Creative Heads, Inc.
GRAPHIC DESIGNER
Creative Heads, Inc., Wood Dale, Illinois, us, 60399
Job SummaryWe are seeking a graphic designer to assist and support our team in the growth of our business. A designer that is full of curiosity, passion, and creative drive that is ready to be part of a collaborative team. On any given day, you may be required to tackle brand strategy, brochure and catalog layouts, digital and print ad campaigns, email design, social media, product launches, video conception, signage and graphics, and more. Your main responsibility is to provide creative graphic design and technical production support for our Marketing, Business Development, and Design teams to help promote our brand, enhance collateral and elevate client proposals. As the brand steward of the organization, your contribution to the process will provide potential and existing customers with great visual content that highlights and enhances the presentation of our product offering.Key Responsibilities Include:Translating top level, large scale marketing concepts and initiatives into tangible deliverables.Appling designs and production layouts as required for print and digital (i.e.: email, web, and social media)Collaborating on print and digital campaign strategiesCollaborating on and creating assets for social media and other digital channelsMaintaining and developing content for organic social media accounts on a weekly basisProper submission of all print and digital deliverables per advertising calendar requirements.The design and execution of collateral to build brand awareness, drive sales, and promote new product.Providing production support for collateral as needed by our Design and Business Development teams.Accurately representing finishes, materials and design details of all product collectionsEstablishing standards for selecting new print vendors, and maintaining existing relationshipsCreating brand and/or lifestyle imagery for use in client presentations, print ads, catalogs, product development promotions, tradeshows, showroom displays, OPTO website, internal communications, emails and social channelsDemonstrating proficiency in email and website layout best practicesDevelop strong product line knowledge to match customer need with appropriate marketing messaging.Technical Skills/ExperienceB2B experience preferred (marketing modular product is a plus)3+ years graphic design experience. (manufacturing experience a plus)Demonstrable experience producing designs for branding, brochures/catalogs, emails, websites, social media, trade advertising, product launches, internal communications, etc.Extensive experience managing traditional print and digital design projectsTechnically savvy - proficient in Adobe Creative Suite InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and Acrobat. PC experience and Microsoft Office Suite is a must. AutoCAD is a plus, but not required,Knowledge of, or aptitude to learn, third-party design interfaces (Pardot or other email builder, website, social media, etc.)Working knowledge of all major social media platformsPhoto/video direction skillsVideo editing a plusDigital asset management skills a mustPersonal SkillsAbility to work with and manage external vendor relationshipsAbility to prioritize tasks to meet deadlinesAbility to work independently with minimal supervisionAbility to manage multiple projects at once and still maintain a sharp eye for detailAbility to educate, train and assist othersDetail Orientated with the ability to multi task and still maintain a sharp eye for detailStrong organizational skillsCommunicate quickly, clearly, and effectively across multiple departments and managerial levelsAbility to work successfully in a strong team environmentAbility to quickly interpret industry needs and effectively communicate appropriate digital marketing solutionsDemonstrates excellent time management skills and grace under pressurePossesses a positive attitude and enthusiasm for success and influence other with this attitudeSelf-motivated to participate in the growth of our companyPositive attitude and enthusiasm for success and influence others with this attitudeWillingness to jump in and help wherever neededWillingness to continually learn about the retail industry to help OPTO growWhat we offer:A passionate, creative, and fun team who is dedicated to the growth of our companyA diverse work experience (from concept to completion) where you can see projects come to life. Starting with the inception of projects in marketing and business development, to the concept and development in the design and engineering teams, all the way to fabrication in our factory and final delivery to our customers.Competitive salary and benefits package (401K-safe harbor, health care plan for employee, paid time off)A diverse work experience (will work on many different types of projects across mediums)Mental/physical requirements:This position will be performed in an office setting. The position will require the employee to sit and stand at a desk, communicate in person and by telephone, frequently operate standard office equipment, such as telephones and computers. Some travel required.Equal employment opportunity policy:OPTO is an equal opportunity employer. OPTO prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Accessibility accommodation statement:OPTO is committed to providing qualified individuals with disabilities reasonable accommodations to perform the essential functions of their jobs. Additionally, if you (or another applicant of whom you are aware) require assistance accessing or reading this job posting or otherwise seek assistance in the application process, please contact us!
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