SigSauer is hiring: Graphic Designer II in Portsmouth

Graphic Designer II

SIG SAUER, Inc. is a leading provider and manufacturer of firearms, electro-optics, ammunition, air guns, suppressors, remote controlled weapons stations, and training. For over 250 years SIG SAUER, Inc. has evolved, and thrived, by blending American ingenuity, German engineering, and Swiss precision. Today, SIG SAUER is synonymous with industry-leading quality and innovation which has made it the brand of choice amongst the U.S. Military, the global defense community, law enforcement, competitive shooters, hunters, and responsible citizens. Additionally, SIG SAUER is the premier provider of elite firearms instruction and tactical training at the SIG SAUER Academy. Headquartered in Newington, New Hampshire, SIG SAUER has over 3,200 employees across twelve locations in three states and is a certified Great Place to Work™. For more information about the company and product line visit: sigsauer.com.

Position Summary:

The Graphic Designer II will play a crucial role in driving the creative evolution of SIG SAUER. Reporting to the Director, Creative Strategies, this individual will contribute towards the elevation of creative standards across a range of consumer and customer touchpoints. This role will involve managing multiple creative design projects simultaneously to meet specified deadlines and participating in reviews to provide constructive feedback to team members. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of current creative trends and a passion for staying ahead in the design industry. This role is critical in ensuring SIG SAUER maintains a high level of project output from the team and maintains brand standards and consistency throughout the organization.

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Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design and develop creative graphic solutions to concepts, spanning a range of consumer and customer touchpoints
• Present the design in context to the category direction
• Execute and implement the seasonal Direction of the Category according to market trends as well as overall Design Direction and ensure consistency though graphics
• Self-manage own creative process and execute towards given design languages within the category
• Execute graphic design work according to the visual language of SIG SAUER
• Verbally presents graphic ideas and details with clarity in small groups and team meeting
• Ensure efficient process and communication flow between design, marketing and development (within x- functional team) for all issues regarding your graphics
• Ensure proper handover of graphic artworks to development
• Main duty is to submit all relevant information needed for the development process such as original artworks, color indication, execution information, artwork sizes
• Design graphics, select materials and color for products within apparel range based on the direction from the line manager and in close cooperation with marketing
• Creating 3D concept representation, 3D assets, digital product information for an accurate development and decision-making process

Collaboration:

• Must be able to effectively communicate with and interact with outside agencies as needed.
• Collaborate with x-functional partners across the organization including but not limited to: marketing, sales, DTC, channel marketing and brand management teams in developing creative solutions to meet the business needs.

Education/Experience & Skills:

• 5+ years’ experience as a graphic designer within an agency and/or internal creative department.
• BA or MA in Graphic design or comparable education; or related experience/equivalent work experience
• Strong knowledge of graphic design with awareness of the competitive market
• Strong presentation and communication skills
• Knowledge and use of Macintosh computer design software/systems (Photoshop, Illustrator)
• Fluent in English (spoken and written)
• Strong 3D skills and knowledge of virtual tools are required
• APP tools: Clo3D, Browzwear, VStitcher or similar 3D fashion design tools
• FTW tools: Rhino, Modo, ICAD Pro, or similar 3D design tools
• Outdoor / firearms knowledge a plus but not required.
• Be curious, test and learn new and better ways of doing things

Working Conditions:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working at a computer using a keyboard and mouse performing repetitive tasks.
• Ability to open file cabinets, reach with hands and arms, bend, and twist, lift and move files.
• Ability to lift up to 25 pounds.
• Must wear required Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) where required.
• Must comply with all work exposure EH&S training requirements and adhere to SIG SAUER Inc. Security Mandates.

SIG SAUER, Inc. provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.