Graphic Design Retail Art Manager

PHANTOM ADMINISTRATIVE LLC•Youngstown, OH

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Phantom Fireworks is the nation's largest consumer fireworks retailer, known for high-quality products and innovative designs. The company is seeking a talented Graphic Design Art Manager to lead its in-house graphic design team and oversee all creative projects, including both print and digital design. This role ensures consistency with the brand identity and delivers visually stunning results. The manager is responsible for overseeing all creative output, from concept to final execution, covering print, packaging, branding, digital media, and web-related projects. The ideal candidate is a highly skilled designer with extensive experience in both graphic and print design, possesses strong leadership abilities, and thrives in a fast-paced environment. This is an on-site position based at the corporate offices in Youngstown, Ohio.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, Visual Communications, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
At least 2-3 years of experience managing a team in a creative or design role.
Expertise in both print design (e.g., product packaging, print ads, in-store materials) and graphic design for digital mediums (e.g., web design, social media assets).
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Adobe After Effects, Premiere Pro) and other graphic design software for creating print and packaging graphics and simple animations or video content for web and social media.
Strong knowledge of print production processes, including pre-press, color management, and preparing files for print vendors.
Demonstrated ability to lead, coach, and develop a creative team in a high-pressure, deadline-driven environment.
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
Strong project management skills, with the ability to prioritize and multitask effectively.

Nice To Haves

1 year of experience with Adobe Creative Suite
2 years of graphic design experience
2 years of management/leadership experience

Responsibilities

Lead & manage our in-house team of graphic designers, ensuring high-quality creative output and fostering a collaborative, innovative working environment.
Oversee workflow and project timelines, emphasizing task delegation and monitoring to ensure all design projects are completed on time and meet Phantom Fireworks' standards.
Oversee all aspects of design, from initial concepts to final execution, including print collateral, packaging, branding, in-store displays, digital assets, social media content, and website design.
Collaborate closely with internal departments such as advertising, product development, digital marketing, social media and executives to understand project requirements, objectives, and deliverables.
Review, critique, and approve all design projects to ensure alignment with Phantom Fireworks' brand identity, marketing goals, and legal regulations.
Develop visually appealing designs for a wide range of media, including but not limited to: emails, banners, brochures, posters, infographics, product packaging, websites, and promotional materials.
Ensure that all designs meet technical specifications for print production, including pre-press file preparation, color accuracy, and print resolution.
Oversee the development and management of digital assets for use across multiple platforms.
Maintain and oversee the digital asset management system to organize, archive, and easily retrieve all design files and assets for future use.
Uphold and enforce brand consistency and quality control across all visual communications.