Graphic Designer - Temp
VTech Electronics - Arlington, Illinois, United States, 61312![VTech Electronics](/api/image?src=https%3A%2F%2Fgeneral-board-default.s3.us-east-2.amazonaws.com%2Fpublic%2Fimages%2Fdesk-360x180.webp&w=640&q=75&f=webp)
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Overview
VTech is the global leader in electronic learning products from infancy through toddler and preschool. Since its establishment in 1976, VTech has been the pioneer in the electronic learning toy category.\ \ Our mission is to design, manufacture and supply innovative and high-quality products in a manner that minimizes any impact on the environment, while creating sustainable value for our stakeholders and the community.\ \ Our culture comes largely from the great group of employees we have at VTech. They\'re friendly, yet professional. We embrace and value all of our employees and strive to foster a positive, collaborative work environment.
VTech believes that each employee makes a significant contribution to our success. That contribution should not be limited by the assigned responsibilities. Therefore, this position description is designed to outline primary duties; qualification and job scope, but not limit the incumbent or the organization to only the work identified. It is our expectation that each employee will offer his/her services wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of our endeavors.
POSITION SUMMARY
The Graphic Designer will support the Graphics Manager and Marketing department in developing packaging, retail signage, in store displays, and trade show graphics that adhere to VTech and LeapFrog brand standards for the North American market. This job is a mix of production and design.
The responsibilities for this role encompass a high volume of print development for both VTech and LeapFrog brands across the holistic product line portfolio.
SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
Development andexecution of marketing assets for the VTech Toys and LeapFrog brands in the North American market.Work with an overseas production team to localize toy packaging for the US market. Ensure that the designs follow style guides and meet US strategic goals and market norms.Work with the US Product Development, Marketing and Sales teams to ensure accuracy of product information, messaging hierarchy, brand voice, box size and structure.Design or review designs from overseas team members for retail signage, POPs, pallets, displays, and other retail advertising needsMake large-scale packaging and signage mock-upsManage requests for placeholder box samples to send to retailers for planogram sets and retailer meetingsAssist with PR and trade show design and production by designing large-scale graphics, setting files up for print, producing signage and on-location show set upDesign print pieces including cross sells and ad layoutsAttend and assist lifestyle photo shoots. Resulting images to be used on packaging and other marketing materials.
SPECIFIC JOB SKILLS
Strong written and oral communication skillsExcellent knowledge of graphic design principles including layout, hierarchy, balance, typography and colorAble to follow established brand guidelinesExcellent grasp of proper file set up for printAble to create box and signage mock-ups by hand using wide format printer, spray mount and cutting toolsGood project management and organizational skillsAble to work in a fast-paced environment, juggle multiple priorities, meet deadlines, and adjust to changes in schedules and assignmentsStrong attention to detail especially when completing multiple or repetitive tasksActively participate in project discussions and offer solutions to challengesPerform creative brainstorming and mock-up design ideas to illustrate conceptsStrong computer skills in the following platforms
Adobe IllustratorAdobe PhotoshopAdobe crobatMicrosoft Office SuiteFTP software
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE
Bachelor\'s degree in Graphic Design or a related field, and 3+ years of progressively responsible experience in the area of Graphics Arts with a focus on print design; or any combination of experience and education that provides the necessary skills, knowledge and ability to perform assigned tasks.
MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITY
This position currently does (not) require direct report management.
For a full job description, or to apply now, you must go to the website below. Please DO NOT email your resume to us as we only accept applications through our website.\ \ https://www.applicantpro.com/j/3300960-458830