Graphic Artist

Scheels•Fargo, ND

10d•Onsite

About The Position

SCHEELS is a leader in the sporting goods industry, driven to create the best experience in the USA for our customers. SCHEELS boasts the largest selection of sports brands in America—offering world-class brands, special attractions, and unmatched customer service. SCHEELS empowers its associates to become experts in exceeding the needs and expectations of our customers. SCHEELS associates talk-the-talk, and walk-the-walk, with the best product and expert training in the sporting goods industry. Mentorship and professional development training are a focus throughout your entire career.

Requirements

Genuinely and consistently treat co-workers, customers and business partners like they are the most important person including eye contact, a smile and a genuine “Thank you”
Approach daily tasks, projects and follow-up communication with energy and sense of urgency
Cultivate a deep desire to become a knowledge expert in their role with the ability to apply their knowledge and experience with great impact
Show respect and appreciation for others and Scheels
Arrive to work and meetings 10 minutes early
Genuine interest and action in helping others before yourself, regardless of recognition or reward
Consistent eagerness to listen, learn, apply knowledge and accept critical feedback
Ability to adapt to a changing work environment
Ability to apply concepts of basic math, grammar, punctuation and spelling
Meets Scheels dress and grooming expectations in support of professional, clean and welcoming environment for customers, co-workers and business partners
Demonstrate pride and ownership of their work while meeting expected deadlines
2-4 years of design experience preferred
BFA or BA in Graphic Design or a related field
Experience with working on iOS / Apple operating system
Proficient at Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and other design tools
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office
Must be able to sit, stand, bend at the waist, climb, stoop, kneel, crouch, reach, walk, push/pull, lift, talk, and hear with or without reasonable accommodation.
Sedentary work - Exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally and/or a negligible amount of force frequently to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects, including the human body. Sedentary work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve walking or standing for brief periods of time. Roles are sedentary if walking and standing are required only occasionally and all other sedentary criteria are met.
Associates are expected to follow all safety procedures and perform their job duties in a fashion that minimizes the risk of injury.

Responsibilities

Design clear and compelling designs while maintaining brand standards and meeting communication objectives
Create design projects from concept to production for a variety of areas including, but not limited to: in-store display, print catalogs, flyers, and direct mail
Revise detailed layouts and provide execution efficiencies
Build ready-to-go final artwork files for digital or print
Execute multiple assignments on time, and revise to meet changing needs and requirements
Remain in tune with design trends and maintain best practices. Share findings with fellow artists to create an atmosphere for continual collaboration
Actively participate in team and office meetings/trainings
Confer with leadership to resolve problems or questions
Strive to meet goals and assist others in accomplishing their goals
Ability to be highly organized and maintain all detailed aspects of projects
Continuous brainstorm of new processes to improve workflows
Strong initiative for continuous improvement
Ability to work independently and with the team
Ensure the Scheels brand style guide is upheld across all digital and video content
Organize daily routines, budget management, and general administrative tasks
Maintain a safe and clean work environment