Senior Designer

Essential FunctionsAn individual must be able to successfully perform the essential functions of this position with or without a reasonable accommodation.Collaborates with senior management to conceptualize designs based on brand style guides by contributing to the development of new concepts, systems and solutions; creating and maintaining packaging templates; and implementing pre-press standards.Manages and executes design production art based on brand style guides to ensure accurate, on-time deliverables by retrieving and referencing previous or related source files; working with vendors to refine supplied artwork and information; organizing and maintaining accurate, systematic files and file archiving; managing timelines and adjusting priorities of deliverables; implementing revisions and preparing files for release; evaluating proofs and providing feedback to printers; and producing and preparing timely and accurate files.Demonstrates up-to-date expertise and applies this to the development, execution, and improvement of action plans by providing advice and guidance to others in the application of information and best practices; supporting and aligning efforts to meet customer and business needs; and building commitment for perspectives and rationales.Provides and supports the implementation of business solutions by building relationships and partnerships with key stakeholders; identifying business needs; determining and carrying out necessary processes and practices; monitoring progress and results; recognizing and capitalizing on improvement opportunities; and adapting to competing demands, organizational changes, and new responsibilities.Models compliance with company policies and procedures and supports company standards of ethics and integrity by incorporating these into the development and implementation of business plans; using the Open Door Policy; and demonstrating and assisting others with how to apply these in executing business processes and practices.An individual must be proficient in each of the competencies listed below to successfully perform the responsibilities of this position.CompetenciesBuild Relationships: Form Relationships - Builds trusting, collaborative relationships and alliances across functional and organizational boundaries. Relates to others in an accepting and respectful manner, regardless of their organizational level, personality, or background. Collaborates with people from diverse backgrounds, experiences, and functional areas to discover new perspectives.Judgment: Demonstrate Professional Judgment - Researches and integrates relevant information and data, and uses expertise to make recommendations or decisions. Identifies and applies sound, fact-based criteria in setting priorities and making decisions. Uses business measures and analyses to identify improvement opportunities. Probes and looks beyond symptoms to determine the root causes of problems and identify possible solutions.Customer/Member Centered: Meet Internal and External Customer/Member Needs - Identifies the requirements, expectations, and needs of customers/members. Supports and aligns with initiatives, goals, and actions focused on improving customer/member service. Addresses the concerns and issues of internal and external customers/members.Uses customer/member data, analyses, and insights to improve customer/member-related decisions.Execution and Results: Focus on Execution and Results - Aligns and pursues work activities to achieve the mission and business priorities of the organization. Shares information, practices, and resources across functions, organizations, and locations to improve performance. Effectively uses existing processes and tools to achieve performance objectives. Uses and explains major process steps to manage time, resources, and challenges to meet goals.Planning and Improvement: Plan for and Improve Performance - Develops and implements plans, practices, and processes to better achieve organizational goals. Develops contingency plans to manage or eliminate potential problems. Identifies and recommends ways to continually improve and streamline processes and practices.Influence and Communicate: Build Influence - Develops and presents logical, convincing reasons in support of one’s perspectives and initiatives. Proactively shares relevant information and timely updates with appropriate people. Listens attentively and asks questions to ensure understanding. Researches information for and prepares documents and presentations that effectively convey relevant information in a timely manner.Ethics and Compliance: Model Ethics and Compliance - Complies with policies and procedures. Demonstrates ethical performance. Supports efforts to enforce compliance with policies and procedures.Adaptability: Adapt Professionally - Demonstrates creativity and strength in the face of change, obstacles, and adversity. Adapts to competing demands and shifting priorities. Updates and shares knowledge and skills to keep current in one’s area of expertise. Embraces change and supports its implementation.Physical ActivitiesVisually verifies information, often in small print.Reads information, often in small print.Creates artwork, documents, reports, etc., using a computer. Enters and locates information on computer.Communicates effectively in person or by using telecommunications programs.Presents information to small or large groups and individuals.Traveling is necessary to perform one or more essential functions of this position.TravelTravels locally to and from multiple facilities or work-sites during the workday.Minimum QualificationsEntry RequirementsEducation in Graphic Design (Bachelor’s degree preferred), Interaction Design, or related field and 2 years experience in professional design experience, including print and consumer packaged goods (CPG) experience, or related field, OR 4 years experience in professional design experience, including print and CPG experience, or related field.Preferred Qualifications2 years experience in print and packaging or related field.2 years experience in brand building.4 years experience with Microsoft Office suite (for example, Excel, PowerPoint) and graphic applications Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Acrobat.2 years experience in identity design.1 year retail experience.Experience

1 year(s): Years retail experience2 year(s): Years experience in identity design4 year(s): Years experience with Microsoft Office suite (for example, Excel, PowerPoint) and graphic applications Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and Acrobat2 year(s): Years experience in brand building2 year(s): Years experience in professional design experience, including print and consumer packaged goods (CPG) experience, or related field

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