Junior Graphic Designer- Sunset Hills, MO

JOB DESCRIPTION JUNIOR GRAPHIC DESIGNER

Grimco is seeking a Junior Graphic Designer with strong conceptual capabilities who is prepared to take their ideas all the way through to final delivery over digital and print. This role requires a 'can do' attitude with an eagerness to learn about our company and industry. They must also possess the drive to make an immediate impact on a growing department, never satisfied with the status quo and always hungry to learn more. The Junior Graphic Designer position will reside within the company's Marketing Department and will report directly to the Marketing Manager. This person will also engage with the other members of the marketing Team, Product Line Managers, and other company stakeholders, internal and external.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES & DUTIES:

• Scale and rebrand print materials including spec sheets, direct mailers, flyers, etc.
• Create and deliver compelling design concepts for digital graphics, display ads, social graphics, email and web for marketing campaigns and event specific promotions for all Grimco brands.
• Take tasks from design brief all the way through to implementation on multiple platforms.
• Any other design and creative tasks needed depending on demand.
• Maintain brand guidelines in all assets.
• Ability to work with the marketing team to communicate the stakeholder's needs and message.
• Stay up to date on marketing trends, best practices, and methods.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 1-3 years of experience in an agency or in-house creative department.
• Completed bachelor's degree from an accredited college/university with a graphic design emphasis.
• Highly skilled in using industry-leading software and technologies, i.e.: Adobe Creative Cloud - Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
• Proven graphic design experience with a strong portfolio.
• Accustomed to working in a fast-paced environment with ability to multitask and collaborate.
• Ability to understand/follow creative direction and incorporate constructive feedback.
• Ability to communicate and present ideas to peers whilst explaining design decisions.
• Comfortable tackling problems head-on and adapting to shifting priorities.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES, & OTHER CHARACTERISTICS

• Proficient in MS Office skills (Word, Excel, and PowerPoint).
• Ability to create new and innovative solutions.
• Ability to meet deadlines and work in a fast-paced multi-priority environment.
• Strong time management, organizational, and communication skills with an attention to detail.
• Ability to plan and organize job responsibilities and priorities.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment.
• Strong desire to learn and grow within a Worldwide Brand.

BENEFITS:

• Base Salary & Commission
• Volunteer Time Off
• Employee is eligible to sign up for insurance policies (Health, Dental, Vision, Prescription, Life, Voluntary Life & Accident, Critical Illness)
• Short-Term/Long-Term Disability
• High potential for growth
• Paid Maternity/Paternity Leave
• Paid Holidays
• Vacation Accrual (PTO Rollover)
• 401K with Profit Sharing
• Eligible for Employee Recognition Prizes
• Employee Referral Benefits

TRAINING & DEVELOPMENT:

• Focused training time at our corporate headquarters in Sunset Hills, Missouri.
• Split between break-out session and hands-on learning environment.
• Full-time salary includes training period. Travel accommodations and expenses provided per Grimco National Travel Policy.

ABOUT GRIMCO:

Grimco is a national wholesale sign supply manufacturer and distributor with over 50 locations across North America. We focus on distributing quality products and providing excellent service to the sign industry. Our offering of sign supplies includes traffic signs, blanks, substrates, boards, digital print media, wrap films, sign vinyl, application tape, banner material and supplies, sign frames, banner stands, LEDs and electrical accessories, grand format solvent/UV/latex printers, inks, software and more.

WHY WORK AT GRIMCO?

• We're excited to be in business for over 145 years! We are a growing company that continues to evolve in our industry.
• We foster employee development that is focused on tailoring employees career paths based on their talents, strengths, and interests.
• We promote from within - our strong performers become our strong leaders.
• We have a fantastic team throughout North America and are proud of our reputation of being the most informed and educated supplier in the industry.
• Our executives and managers are extremely accessible and work on the front lines of our business!

WHAT SEPARATES THE GOOD FROM THE GREAT AT GRIMCO?

Those who are successful at Grimco demonstrate determination, competitive drive, and an eagerness to learn all facets of our company. They must have a strong desire to provide exceptional customer experiences, constantly prepare for future leadership and they are hungry to make an immediate impact on a stable, growing company. This is what we seek in our distribution teams!

Learn more about us at https://connect.grimco.com/careers

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