Graphic Designer-Experienced

Ja-Ru, Inc. is a family owned Toy Company located in Jacksonville, FL. As the leading supplier of impulse toys, we are looking for fresh innovative minds to add to our Art Department! We are looking for individuals with portfolios that demonstrate a vivid use of color as well as proven ability to create packaging that appeals to the retail preteen market. The right candidate will be a self-starter, highly motivated, and pay close attention to detail, as they create professional level packaging and meet daily deadlines in a fast-paced environment.

Duties and Responsibilities:

Create & develop eye catching toy packaging artwork files for new toy products using new and existing artwork styles and elements

Make revisions as needed to ensure the very best presentation and technically perfect art files

Design artwork for catalog pages and other sales materials for print and web

Mockup packaging and display artwork by hand using basic art tools and materials for approval and sales purposes

Develop and follow customized templates and graphics to ensure a consistent brand look

Work on multiple projects at once, and be willing to put in the time needed to meet deadlines

Stay abreast of the latest toy and art trends to ensure fresh and innovative packaging

Required Qualifications:

Education and Work Experience

2-4 Years’ Experience preferred and/or bachelor’s degree in graphic art, packaging, or related field

Knowledge and Skills

Skilled ability to use Mac Adobe Creative Suite Software (including, but not limited to, Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver) to create print ready retail packaging

Self-starting, proactive attitude

Strong creative thinking and problem-solving skills

Physical Requirements

Constantly operates a computer and other office productivity machinery, such as a calculator, copy machine, and computer printer.

The person in this position needs to occasionally move about inside the office to access file cabinets, office machinery, etc.

Must be able to remain in a stationary position 80% of the work day.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $19.00 - $21.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Experience:

• Graphic design: 2 years (Required)
• Adobe Creative Suite: 2 years (Required)
• Adobe Illustrator: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person