Kona Ice is hiring: Sr. Graphic Designer in Florence

Title: Senior Graphic Designer

Full-Time, In-Office Position

Reports To: Creative Director

About Us

Join our dynamic Kreative Department and play a pivotal role in shaping the visual identity of thriving brands like Kona Ice and Travelin’ Tom’s food truck franchises, alongside a variety of exciting corporate initiatives. We're looking for a passionate and experienced Senior Graphic Designer to elevate our brand experiences through compelling and high-quality visual content.

Job Purpose

As a Senior Graphic Designer, you will be responsible for creating impactful graphics, logos, and artwork across diverse platforms. You'll lead complex design projects, mentor junior designers, and ensure all creative output aligns with brand guidelines while meeting the strategic goals of our brands.

Responsibilities

1. Creative Execution & Brand Management:
   Develop and execute high-quality designs for a wide range of marketing materials including social media posts, truck signage, custom cups, email marketing, web assets, monitor advertising, print materials, and trade show displays.
   Ensure all designs consistently reflect and reinforce brand guidelines across multiple brands (Kona Ice, Travelin’ Tom’s, and corporate initiatives).
   Update and refresh existing designs to align with current branding and messaging.
   Build creative concepts from the ground up, collaborating with the Creative Director to bring strategic visions to life.
2. Project Leadership & Collaboration:
   Manage complex design projects from concept to completion, ensuring adherence to deadlines and maintaining exceptional attention to detail.
   Collaborate closely with the design, marketing, and video teams within the Kreative Department.
   Utilize project management software to effectively track tasks, projects, and deadlines.
3. Franchisee Support & Mentorship:
   Promptly respond to and address design requests from franchisees.
   Assign and assist with custom requests to junior team members.
   Review custom requests to ensure designers have accurately met franchisee needs and adhered to brand guidelines.
   Mentor junior team members, fostering their growth and development.

Qualifications & Skills

1. Experience:
   5-10 years of professional graphic design experience in a corporate or agency environment.
2. Education:
   Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Communication Design, Art, Marketing, or a related field.
3. Technical Skills:
   Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Illustrator and Photoshop.
   Familiarity with project management software.
   Animation and 3D skills are a plus, but not required.
4. Soft Skills:
   Strong understanding of brand guidelines and the ability to work within them.
   Excellent collaborative and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with team members and internal stakeholders.
   Exceptional organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
   Highly motivated and accountable self-starter with a customer-centric attitude and a proactive approach to problem-solving.
   Excellent eye for detail.

Why Join Us

1. Opportunity to work on diverse and exciting brands.
2. Collaborative and supportive team environment.
3. Chance to contribute to the growth and success of established franchises.
4. Room for professional growth and development.

Benefits

1. Competitive salary range ($52,000 - $68,000)
2. Health, dental, and vision insurance
3. 401(k)
4. Paid time off and holidays
5. Professional development opportunities
6. Retirement plan

Schedule

1. Hours: 9:00 - 5:00 PM (EST)
2. Monday - Friday
3. Office Location: 5945 Centennial Circle, Florence, KY

Requirements

1. 5-10 years of experience working in graphic design in a corporate or agency environment.
2. Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Communication Design, Art, Marketing or related field
3. Strong expertise and experience in Adobe Creative Suite programs — Illustrator and Photoshop
4. Animation and 3D skills are a plus, but not required.

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