Graphic Designer

Elkay Manufacturing•Milwaukee, WI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Company Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation is a thriving, values-driven company focused on doing the right things. We’re a fast growing, publicly traded company (NYSE: ZWS), with an enduring reputation for integrity, giving back, and providing an engaging, inclusive environment where careers flourish and grow. Named by Newsweek as One of America’s Most Responsible Companies and an Energage USA Top Workplace, at Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation, we never forget that our people are at the center of what makes us successful. They are the driving force behind our superior quality, product ingenuity, and exceptional customer experience. Our commitment to our people and their professional development is a recipe for success that has fueled our growth for over 100 years, as one of today’s leading international suppliers of plumbing and water delivery solutions. Headquartered in Milwaukee, WI, Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation employs over 2800 employees worldwide, working from 24 locations across the U.S., China, Canada, Dubai, and Mexico, with sales offices available around the globe. We hope you’ll visit our website and learn more about Zurn Elkay at zurnelkay.com. If you’re ready to join a company where what you do makes a difference and you have pride in the work you are doing, talk to us about joining the Zurn Elkay Water Solutions Corporation family! If you are a current employee, please navigate here to apply internally. As a Graphic Designer you will be responsible for assisting in the development and design of campaigns and programs including digital content and sales collateral material (advertising, brochures, marketing sell sheets, creative campaigns, etc.). Contribute in brainstorming sessions and work closely with the marketing and communications team and business units to develop creative solutions for all marketing campaigns and programs. Partner with marketing managers, writers, designers and product specialists to create digital assets and marketing materials that communicate information effectively with the use of design. Constructively participate in cross-functional communications, use skills to design thinking, correctly use graphic systems, typography, iconography, color, pattern, and form. Complete work consistently with a drive to hone skills, experiment with new tools, and have the ability to clearly express rational behind design decisions.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree in Visual Communication, Design or Fine Arts preferred
Corporate or agency background preferred
3+ years of Graphic Design experience
Expert level proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Acrobat
Strong online portfolio that demonstrates graphic design, art direction, interactive design, typography, storytelling with attention to detail
Strategic creative thinker
Strong interpersonal and communication/Creative presentation skills
Organized with ability to multitask and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment
Manages his/her time effectively
Detail oriented and can review his/her own work carefully
Self-starter with the ability to work independently

Responsibilities

Work closely with Channel Marketing, Sales and Product teams to understand business initiatives and leading the creative team to translate them into thoughtful design and brand expressions, taking ownership of the creative work, from concept through execution
Create visual content while collaborating across disciplines with designers, photographers, writers, developers, and more to build our brand and increase awareness and customer engagement
Drive creative solutions from concept through completion on a variety of media including, but not limited to: omni-channel campaign development, Social & Display ads, Animation, illustration, Print materials, Direct Mail, Event support
Experience with a fast-paced environment and ability to pivot quickly based on strategic business needs
Ability to uphold and follow style guidelines
Organize and maintain creative assets, including logos, image library, working files and more
Lead visual direction in a highly collaborative, fast-moving environment and are unafraid to ask questions or admit when you don’t know the answer
Excellent time management, organizational, and interpersonal skills. Plus the ability to multitask, while maintaining a high level of detail and craftsmanship