Graphic Designer / Print Production Designer

Ocean State Job Lot • North Kingstown, RI

22h • $22 - $25 • Hybrid

About The Position

The Graphic Designer role at Ocean State Job Lot ("OSJL" and "Company")
is responsible for designing and developing materials for use in all areas of
marketing and advertising. This role strategizes delivery of the Company’s
content and visual presence to support the Company’s Mission, Vision, and
Values.

Requirements

• Associates or Bachelors Degree in Design or another creative field OR equivalent experience in a creative department in a corporate environment is required.
• Demonstrable graphic design skills with a strong portfolio is required.
• Working knowledge of Macintosh computers.
• Proficient in Adobe InDesign and Google platform (i.e., Sheets, Slides, Docs, Drive, Sites).

Nice To Haves

• 3 or more years of design experience in an agency or creative department is preferred.
• Expert knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite is preferred.
• Deep understanding of traditional and contemporary design standards (i.e., typography, UX/UI, color theory, and brand communication) is preferred.
• Up-to-date with the latest Web trends, techniques and technologies is preferred.
• Comfortable working on all stages of a project (i.e., vision, planning, execution).

Responsibilities

• Assemble high-volume, multi-page weekly retail circulars and flyers using Adobe InDesign while strictly adhering to established category grid systems and brand templates.
• Develop and maintain creative assets for advertising and marketing, collaborating with multiple teams as needed.
• Design and create advertising layouts; propose updates to existing content and graphics.
• Identify, research, and evaluate improvement options, processes, and best practices.
• Work with members of the advertising department and other departments to ensure content messaging is consistent with Company objectives and strategies.
• Utilize creativity and independent judgment to produce compelling content to help drive prospective and existing customers to our stores.
• Effectively communicate with partners and stakeholders by engaging with them to promote collaboration and alignment. Work with the buying department to obtain merchandise information.
• Design and maintain in-store signage programs.
• Produce and manage individual projects related to advertising initiatives.
• Design campaign concepts and creative materials for marketing campaigns with a consistent look and feel across OSJL’s internal and external marketing channels.
• Establish and promote design guidelines, best practices, and standards for OSJL-branded displays.
• Effectively utilize virtual means to communicate efficiently and work independently under remote conditions, as applicable.

Benefits

• Competitive Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Comprehensive Health Coverage: Including but not limited to Medical, Dental, Vision, and much more.
• 401K Program
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Associate Store 30% Discounts
• Enjoy complimentary access to OSJL-owned vacation properties, along with discounted gym memberships and 20% off at OSJL affiliated restaurants.
• Free lunch Fridays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Associate degree
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees