Graphic Designer

Microtech Knives • Mills River, NC

10d • Onsite

About The Position

The Graphic Designer develops engaging, high-quality visual assets to strengthen Microtech's brand identity, support marketing initiatives, and showcase products across digital and print platforms. The role combines creativity, technical design skills, and attention to detail to translate marketing objectives into compelling materials. The designer collaborates with marketing, sales, product development, leadership, photography and video teams, internal departments, and external vendors to ensure professional, consistent brand communications.

The position creates materials for product launches, promotions, advertisements, social media, websites, email marketing, packaging, catalogs, brochures, trade shows, displays, signage, and events. It also supports visual storytelling and product-focused graphics, maintains brand consistency and creative standards, prepares production-ready artwork, organizes design files and assets, incorporates feedback, and reviews final work for accuracy and technical specifications while managing multiple projects and deadlines.

This is a full-time, on-site position based in Fletcher, North Carolina. Work is primarily in a professional office environment, with collaboration with marketing, product development, and manufacturing teams. The role may occasionally involve product photography sessions, company events, trade shows, or other marketing-related activities. Eligible employees may have access to company-sponsored benefits; eligibility and provisions vary by position and company policies.

Requirements

• Associate's or bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, Marketing, or a related discipline; equivalent professional experience will be considered.
• A minimum of 2–3 years of professional graphic design experience.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, particularly Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
• Strong understanding of typography, layout, color theory, composition, and branding.
• Experience designing for both digital and print media.
• Knowledge of social media graphic requirements and digital marketing design principles.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize assignments, and meet deadlines.
• Excellent communication, organizational, and problem-solving skills.
• Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality work.
• A professional portfolio demonstrating creative ability, technical expertise, and versatility.

Nice To Haves

• Experience designing for a manufacturing, consumer products, outdoor recreation, or premium lifestyle brand.
• Experience with product photography, photo editing, and image retouching.
• Familiarity with Adobe Premiere Pro, After Effects, or other motion graphics and video editing software.
• Experience creating digital advertisements and marketing campaign assets.
• Knowledge of packaging design, product catalogs, and print production.
• Familiarity with website graphics, e-commerce platforms, and basic UX/UI design principles.
• Experience working within established brand guidelines while contributing fresh creative ideas.
• Interest in precision manufacturing, product innovation, or the outdoor industry.

Responsibilities

• Design and produce marketing materials consistent with Microtech's brand identity.
• Create graphics for product launches, promotional campaigns, advertisements, and company initiatives.
• Maintain consistency in typography, color palettes, visual messaging, and brand presentation.
• Develop creative concepts reflecting innovation, precision, and craftsmanship.
• Assist in developing and maintaining brand guidelines and creative standards.
• Design graphics for social media platforms, digital advertisements, website banners, email marketing, and other digital channels.
• Collaborate with marketing to create campaigns that support brand awareness and customer engagement.
• Prepare visual assets optimized for digital platforms and formats.
• Support visual storytelling through creative layouts, product imagery, and campaign concepts.
• Develop product-focused graphics highlighting features, specifications, and design elements.
• Create visual materials for product announcements, launches, and promotions.
• Collaborate with photography and video teams to incorporate product imagery into marketing assets.
• Produce graphics for product packaging, catalogs, brochures, and other printed materials.
• Assist with trade show graphics, promotional displays, signage, and event materials.
• Manage multiple creative projects while meeting established deadlines.
• Prepare accurate, production-ready artwork for print and digital distribution.
• Coordinate with internal departments and external vendors to ensure the quality and consistency of finished materials.
• Organize and maintain design files, templates, and creative assets.
• Incorporate feedback and revisions while maintaining design quality and project timelines.
• Review final artwork for accuracy, consistency, and technical specifications.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance may be available to eligible employees.
• Retirement savings opportunities through a 401(k) plan may be available to eligible employees.
• Paid time off and applicable paid holidays may be available to eligible employees.
• Opportunities for professional development and advancement.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Associate degree