Graphic Designer

Are you an experienced Graphic Designer with a portfolio that includes a wide range of projects and media, using various programs to visualize and develop innovative graphic designs that meet business goals? Do you love creating designs that bring a pitch deck to life? How about seeing your design come to life on a mobile activation? We're looking for a talented and creative Graphic Designer to bring our visions to reality.

RESPONSIBILITIES ACCOUNTABILITIES

The job responsibilities of our Graphic Designer include, but are not limited to:

• Design and develop marketing materials in support of sales, and new & existing client concepts
• Design Aardvark brand files for web, social, content and more
• Understand project requirements
• Collaborate with team members, pitch creative ideas and launch projects
• Use various design techniques to create drafts, models and prototypes
• Produce final, print ready, design solutions (e.g. logos, banners, web layouts)
• Take on special design tasks (e.g. color correction, 3D renderings)
• Coordinate with agencies, designers, marketing, printers, and other vendors as necessary
• Use feedback from Creative Director and others to improve

QUALIFICATIONS

Skills / Attitude Required:

• 5-7 years experience in a graphic design role
• Agency experience
• Thorough knowledge and experience of Adobe Creative Suite; Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator
• Teamwork and collaboration skills
• Familiarity with latest design techniques
• Understanding of visual elements (layout, typography, fonts, photography)
• A keen eye for detail and visual composition
• Time management and multitasking abilities
• Creativity skills and problem-solving aptitude
• Demonstrable design skills and portfolio of past work required
• Comfort with very direct communication and feedback
• Proven ability to "get stuff done"

The Intangibles and the Extras:

• Experiential marketing experience is a plus
• You have a proven track record of generating effective creative that drives results
• You have a high EQ: Able to communicate clearly and collaborate. You are an optimistic and positive force for good on the creative team, throughout Aardvark, and to our clients
• You are a lifelong learner that is dialed in to what's new, what's next and has your finger on the pulse of trends
• You are passionate but not precious about creative

Success in this role will be measured by:

• Engagement rate of Aardvark content
• Close rate of pitch decks
• Client success - Determined by their KPIs
• Achievement of company revenue and profit targets

Why Aardvark?

We are a culture-oriented company. Alignment with our Core Values and Guiding Principles is critical. Our Core Values:

- What is right for our customers above all else

- Creators, not duplicators

- Obsessive attention to detail and planning

- Proactive not reactive

Alignment with our Guiding Principles:

Of Service - Customer & Employee centric

Rigor - Comfortable with the use of standard processes & tools to 10X our team's effectiveness.

Committed - Ability to show a track record of commitment to a plan and strategy, but not a stubbornness or resistance to pivoting.

Integrity - Unwavering focus on doing what is right for the customer and the company in all you do.

Proactive - Your instinct has been ahead of the market, and your sales strategy in past roles reflects that. You will be required to use a forward-thinking mindset in your role and embrace the latest and greatest ways to strengthen revenue and customer relationships.

Versatile - When the market changes, your plan changes. When new opportunities present themselves, your priorities shift accordingly. Your career has been built upon achieving results while remaining nimble.

Ingenuity - Your sales results in past roles reflect creative solutions. Your resume should reflect successful sales results, despite market interruptions.

Excellence - Mediocrity isn't in your vocabulary; it definitely isn't in your past work. You have a proven track record of delivering results. Your coaching and guidance inspire excellence in your Team members and clients alike.

Passion - The moment people meet you they know you have a passion for sales and are a competent and creative leader.

Up-tempo - You move fast and have no plans of slowing down. Your track record reflects this.

Are you ready for an exciting opportunity to utilize your skills and experience to leave a lasting impact on a fast

growing company?If you read this and think, "that was written for me," APPLY NOW!

Salary - $70,000-$85,000 per year

Benefits - Medical, Vision, Dental, Retirement Match, Unlimited PTO, On-site gym and batting cage, Dog-friendly, Full kitchen, Free electric vehicle charging. Amazing workspace!

This position is based in the Philly area; candidates must live in the area or be open to relocation. This is an on-site position that will report to the VP of Marketing.