Graphic Layout Designer

The Bernard Group Inc•Chanhassen, MN

just now•$45,000 - $54,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Do you want to work for a company where your co-workers are co-owners? We are 100% employee owned! At The Bernard Group, we work to wow. As a visual merchandising company leading the retail industry in design and production, we come together as a team to win big for some of the most successful brands in the world. Since we’re an employee-owned company, we don’t just list our values, we live them, providing the highest-quality products and services day in and day out. And we do it all with sustainable materials carefully sourced from eco-friendly partners that support social change and community involvement. We are looking for a Graphic Layout Designer to join our team. You’ll be part of a talented group that collaborates to deliver world class products to our customers. In this role, you will work with a team of Graphic Designers to organize information, photos and drawings to create detailed instructions. Works closely with Project Managers and Project Coordinators to ensure the design is meeting the clients’ expectation and will ensure formal approvals have been received prior to final production. This position is also responsible for maintaining instructions for each graphic rollout that is shipped and managing the filing system and large catalog of current graphics and store setups. Shift available: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm (working between our office in Chanhassen, MN and a remote working location)

Requirements

2+ years of professional design experience (agency, in-house, or independent)
a Bachelor’s degree in design or equivalent work experience
a strong portfolio of design projects
the ability to pay close attention to details so you are able to complete projects accurately within deadlines, while meeting company quality standards
self motivation, are a fast learner, and show initiative to seek out customer and corporate needs
proven ability to work independently, make decisions and solve problems independently effectively and creatively
effective time management and self-management skills
a strong sense of composition, layout, typography, and color
a creative mind, are a natural storyteller, and an interest in concepting
the ability to manage multiple projects and timelines
enthusiasm, are positive, and confident
able to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing. Strong interpersonal skills including, demonstrated listening skills and the ability to present ideas and thoughts concisely and effectively both internally and outside the organization
willing to admit when you make a mistake (it happens to the best of us)
fiercely loyal to both our customers and team
trustworthy, reliable, and easy to get along with
enthusiastic and eager to take on new challenges
adaptable and willing to wear whatever hat gets the job done

Nice To Haves

prior experience working in a digital print, merchandising fixture production and/or retail industry preferred
prior experience working in a fast-paced mid-size company

Responsibilities

work with a team of Graphic Designers to organize information, photos and drawings to create detailed instructions for retail
be responsible for maintaining instructions for each graphic rollout that is shipped and manage the filing system and large catalog of current graphics and store setups
focus on producing detailed die lines based off the 3-D drawings as well as working on planograms and detailed instructions for retail brand assortments
bring ideas to the team and other operating areas within the organization to improve processes and procedures to ensure that we are operating efficiently and effectively
effectively manage multiple projects, changes in project scope, and shift priorities in order to maintain project requirements and ensure deadlines are met using design programs such as Adobe Acrobat, InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop on a Mac
perform miscellaneous projects and completes various tasks as requested by management