GRAPHIC DESIGNER

Compass Group•Charlotte, NC

8d•$60,000 - $70,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Canteen is seeking a talented Graphic Designer to join our in-house creative team. Reporting to the Creative Director, this role supports a diverse portfolio of brands and business initiatives across print, digital, retail, and environmental touchpoints. We're looking for someone who combines strong design fundamentals with exceptional attention to detail and a passion for bringing brands to life across print, digital, retail, and environmental touchpoints. The ideal candidate enjoys day-to-day creative execution, can manage multiple projects simultaneously, and is used to a fast-paced, often scrappy, environment. If you value design craftsmanship and love seeing your work come to life across hundreds of locations, we'd love to hear from you. Please note - this role is on site Mon thru Thur (work from home Fridays!). Interested applicants - please submit portfolio samples or link w/ resume submittal.

Requirements

2–5+ years of professional graphic design experience in an in-house, agency, retail, foodservice, hospitality, or CPG environment
Portfolio demonstrating strong capabilities across print, digital, brand, and marketing design
Expert-level proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) and Figma
Strong knowledge of print production, file preparation, substrates, and vendor management
Excellent understanding of typography, layout, visual hierarchy, color theory, and brand systems
Exceptional attention to detail with strong organizational and project management skills
Ability to work independently, take initiative, and collaborate across teams
Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or related field preferred — strong portfolios will be considered

Nice To Haves

Photography, retouching, or videography experience
Experience with digital signage, environmental graphics, or experiential marketing
Motion graphics or video editing skills (Adobe Premiere Pro / After Effects)
Interest in AI-assisted creative workflows

Responsibilities

Design and produce high-quality marketing materials across print and digital channels, including promotional campaigns, presentations, signage, brochures, email graphics, social media assets, and web content
Support Canteen, National Accounts, Dining Concepts, and sub-brands through marketing and brand initiatives
Create consumer-facing retail signage, point-of-sale materials, and environmental graphics while maintaining brand consistency
Prepare production-ready files for commercial printing and ensure deliverables meet vendor specifications
Develop templates and workflows that support local customization while preserving brand integrity
Assist with product launches, seasonal promotions, concept rollouts, and business development materials
Maintain organized creative asset libraries, templates, photography, and brand resources
Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining quality