Graphic Designer - Made In Kc - Headquarters

TITLE: Graphic Designer

OVERVIEW:

Made in KC is much more than a retail shop. We provide a platform for 200+ local artists, designers, and makers to reach customers throughout Kansas City and across the country. We’re a tight knit family that relies on flexibility and enthusiasm in wearing the many hats required by small businesses. The environment is lively and fast-paced as we’re constantly striving to grow our business while providing the best customer service. As a Graphic Designer, you will be responsible for all sorts of creative needs from emailers to icons, menus to signs, documents to products. Projects will vary greatly in terms of turn-around time, importance, medium of work, and style of work. Some projects will have multiple stakeholders and will involve team efforts - others will be completelyindependent. You will work closely with and report to Retail Director Kendall Kloster and owners Keith Bradley and Tyler Enders.

QUALIFICATIONS:

● Adobe Suite: ability to create original designs and build from existing work for Made in KC and related brands. Ability to edit photos, build documents, design new icons and illustrations, efficiently produce emails

● Clear Communication: ability to communicate with all team members, whether location Managers, the Brand Manager, Buyer, or Owners. Communicate needs, limitations, timelines, expectations

● Positivity: bring excitement and joy to the office, embracing the creativity and culture that Made in KC supports and grows.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

● Emailers: craft and send regular emails to customers, vendors, and employees

● In-Store Signage: design and prepare (cutting and lamination) in-store signage for all locations

● Social Media Graphics: Coordinate and design social media graphics. Work with Managers for promotions such as Happy Hours, Seasonal Drinks, and Promotions.

● Photo Shoots: occasionally assist with photoshoots, from planning to props to errands to styling; develop inspo and themes, find locations and models, create shot lists for photographers

● Website & Ads: Design, create, and manage banners and online ads on our own websites, on partnerwebsites (such as Startland News, VisitKC, and others), and for partner emailers (such as Landlord emails)

● Miscellaneous: assist with new product design, murals, and other fun projects that pop-up only at a placelike Made in KC!

HOURS: Work in-office 30-40 hours a week at our HQ located at 31st/Oak in KCMO, 64108

CAREER DEVELOPMENT:

● Opportunity to work in various mediums, working with various vendors to create assets from exterior signs to match books, window vinyl to stickers and magnets. Package design, menus, pvc signage, laser cut wood, murals, business cards, shopping bags, napkins, cups, and apparel.

● Receive regular mentoring from Co-Owners Keith Bradley and Tyler Enders in regards to retail marketing, customer psychology, and overall design, ranging from color to composition.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $42,000.00 - $54,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Please tell us why you are interested in this position and why you want to work for Made in KC.
• Please link your portfolio for consideration.

Work Location: In person