Graphic Designer Job at American Culinary Federation in Jacksonville

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS: Responsible for the execution of the American Culinary Federation and American Culinary Education Foundation, known as “Organization,” brand and image. Contributes to the development and production of marketing materials, both external and internal, to support the objectives of the Organization. Ensures consistent implementation of brand guidelines by all parties.

In this full-time position, you'll enjoy competitive benefits, including paid leave, holidays, health insurance, 401K, and more.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & POSITION OWNERSHIP:

• Handles creative services project requests and ensures project deliverables are met within the deadline.
• Responsible for the creation and production of ACF-branded collateral, including advertising, brochures, signage, event materials, newsletter templates, and business materials.
• Responsible for the creation and production of ACF culinary trend publications which include highly illustrated bi-monthly print/digital magazine and bi-weekly digital newsletter.
• Coordinates printing and production projects with vendors.
• Creates digital assets for websites and social media.
• Coordinates photo database.
• Enforces brand guidelines to ensure correct implementation among all parties.

• Assists with general office duties, including answering phones, as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.

IMPROVEMENT & ACHIEVEMENT METRICS: Your success will be gauged through observations, tangible outcome data, and a continuous commitment to enhancing performance.

COMPETENCY ASSESSMENT STANDARDS:

Builds Outstanding Relationships:

• Demonstrates excellence in building relationships with the ACF staff

Independence and Project Management:

• Exhibits strong self-starting qualities, managing projects independently

Critical Values, Characteristics, and Skills: Accountability:

• Demonstrates accountability in member satisfaction, accuracy, and timely program implementation.

Values:

• Embodies collaborative, loyal, and integral values, with a commitment to continuous learning.

Characteristics:

• Quick learner, positive attitude, detail-oriented, organized, proactive, a team player, innovative, well-spoken, emotionally grounded, inspiring, and exercises sound judgment.

EDUCATIONAL REQUIREMENTS:

  A Bachelor’s degree in graphic design

  EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

A minimum of 3 years graphic design experience in an agency or business setting required. Working knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite products including InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop and Acrobat. Experience in Microsoft Office products, email marketing such as Higher Logic/Informz and familiarity with web design necessary. Experience in nonprofit a plus.

SPECIAL KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

Familiarity with email marketing, Microsoft office, video editing, digital marketing and/or UI experience.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: This is a full-time position, Monday – Friday. The position is a hybrid with three in-person days per week at the ACF National office in Jacksonville, FL.  

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER: ACF is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We celebrate diversity and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) COMMITMENT: We strive to foster an environment that promotes diversity, equity, and inclusion. ACF is dedicated to ensuring that our workforce represents the diverse communities we serve. We encourage individuals from underrepresented backgrounds to apply and join us in building a more inclusive culinary community.

Disclaimer: The above statements are not just job duties; they're your ticket to an exhilarating career at ACF/ACFEF, where additional responsibilities may come your way as we evolve and grow.

Requires a valid driver’s license and dependable transportation. Limited travel required. The ACF is not just a workplace; it's a drug-free and smoke-free community of culinary enthusiasts.