Graphics Designer

SUMMARY: The Graphics Designer is responsible for designing creative website, print, email, digital ads and events, etc. They should have an eye for compelling conceptual design with outstanding graphic design and project management skills. A portfolio is required for this position. The role reports to the Director of Marketing and will work closely with the rest of the marketing team. $24.00-$31.25 per hour.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES include the following. Other duties may be assigned.

• Concept, design and produce a wide variety of high-quality print and digital marketing materials including but not limited to collateral, POS, print, website content, videos, digital banners and social ads.
• Organize and maintain a design asset library which serves as a shared resource for the Marketing and Sales teams.
• Ensure the company's brand identity is consistent across all marketing materials and channels.
• Collaborate with cross-functional departments to produce relevant creative materials to be used for internal and external events, promotions and new product launches.
• Maintain responsibility for creative asset production schedules.
• Manage our print vendor relationships and production schedules to ensure timely delivery.
  

QUALIFICATIONS: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE:

• 3+ years of graphic/web design experience. Marketing or creative agency experience preferred.
• High School diploma or GED required.
• Experience working in a start-up a plus.
• Creativity and focus on quality are essential for all deliverables.
• Detail-oriented and organized with the ability to manage requirements and schedules across multiple projects.
• Ability to work effectively independently.
• Ability to balance multiple projects – A good multitasker. 
• Ability to set expectations with a timeline and meet deadlines. 
• Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) required.
• Experience with video creation/editing software (Adobe Final Cut Pro, Adobe After Effects, Screenflow, etc.) a plus.
• Ability to find practical solutions for complex design problems.
• Team oriented – experience working with sales, senior management, content owners, and product management.
• Solid interpersonal skills – good listening skills, a good verbal communicating skills, and the ability to build and sustain productive relationships.
• Ability to scope and specify project requirements.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Knowledge in printing techniques and photography styles.
• Ability to pass background check and drug screen.

LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ability to write reports and business correspondence. Ability to effectively present information to managers and sales staff.

MATHEMATICAL SKILLS: Ability to perform mathematical calculations required to accurately complete assigned tasks.

REASONING ABILITY: Ability to collect and organize data. Ability to use sound judgment and problem- solving skills.

COMPUTER SKILLS: Excellent computer skills including Microsoft Office.

ATTENDANCE DEMANDS: The attendance demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Attendance is required Monday through Friday 8:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. or within normal business hours as established by the supervisor. Employee may be required to work overtime, and occasional weekends. Once fully trained, this position has the potential to become a hybrid work from home position. The hybrid work schedule will be based upon department needs, quality of work performed, as well as the demands of the unique workload at any given point of the year.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit; use hands, handle, or feel; and required to speak, read and hear English. The employee frequently is required to reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; climb or balance; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl and may be occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Located mostly in an office environment with some exposure to a warehouse environment.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.
• This is a high stress and fast paced environment.

DISCLAIMER: The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Hercules Industries is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as a qualified individual with disability, or other legally protected status.

Comprehensive benefits are an important component of an employee's compensation package. Hercules recognizes the contribution of every team member and therefore is pleased to offer a competitive and cost-effective benefits package to support your needs and long-term goals.

Hercules Industries offers the following insurance: Medical, Dental, Vision, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, and Employee Life Insurance (Basic Life/AD&D and Voluntary Life/AD&D). We pay Holiday, Vacation, and Sick time; as well as a Flexible Spending Plan, Wellness Program, and Employee Assistance Program (EAP).

We offer a 401(k) Savings Plan and company match. Hercules is an Employee-owned company and offers an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP).

The company offers a quarterly Hercules Employee-Owner Partners in Profit Bonus based on eligibility.

Hercules encourages and supports participation in service activities that contribute to our community. Employees are permitted to take three paid hours of work time per month to participate in an approved community service activity.

The company offers a quarterly Hercules Employee-Owner Partners in Profit Bonus based on eligibility.