Jr Graphic and Digital Designer

E.A. Sween•Eden Prairie, MN

28d•$65,000 - $75,000•Hybrid

About The Position

We’re looking for a dynamic designer who will be responsible for print design and execution, website management (including some design), and digital design management for EA Sween corporate, b2b, consumer brands and other sales communication tools. This will be achieved through a combination of in-house graphic design and collaboration with outside design agencies where necessary to support all company divisions including point-of-sale, merchandising, new products, communications, and promotional programs. This individual will report directly to the Marketing Services Manager within the Food Solutions Division and will support creative initiatives to execute projects and activities that help achieve short and long-term program initiatives. This individual will also assist with digital graphic design to achieve annual plans and enhancements that support web and social strategies. This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring on-site presence at the Eden Prairie corporate office a minimum of 50% of the time, with the remaining time remote.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in graphic design or equivalent experience.
3-5 years combined work experience in design across print and digital platforms.
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Premiere Pro, After Effects, Bridge, Dreamweaver, Acrobat Pro) and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
WordPress and HubSpot.
Knowledge of printing processes, digital design and how to create assets and optimize files for each platform.
Understands brand standards and design principles and demonstrates strong creative abilities.
Thorough understanding of common web & interface conventions, digital marketing, the social media landscape, and current trends.
Experience with WordPress platform management, tools, and design features as well as HubSpot.
Strong attention to detail, excellent organizational and prioritization skills, ability to meet deadlines.
Excellent and professional communication skills.
Ability to multi-task, learn new tasks and work independently and with a team produce high quality work within tight deadlines.
Experience collaborating with integrated teams with the ability to assist in developing integrated marketing strategies.
This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring on-site presence at the Eden Prairie corporate office, a minimum of 50% of the time, with the remaining time remote.
Candidates must have a dedicated and remote professional workspace that supports productivity, confidentiality, and collaboration.
An office/desk position using a computer and telephone.
Occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
Must be able to work occasional extra hours.
Must be able to work on/direct multiple projects at one time without direct supervision and be able to manage deadlines, confidential information, and interruptions in the work process.
Must be able to multi-task, handle deadlines, and confidential information.
Must be able to work well with various levels of employees, cross-functional team members, and diverse cultures.

Nice To Haves

Basic photography and video editing skills.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with external partners and marketing team to design and create impactful digital promotions, assets, and ads to drive product awareness and sales.
Provide content for FS Enablers, Vimeo, Dropbox, and Sales Portal so access to marketing items is up to date and effective.
Support Associate Marketing Manager with HubSpot and our website needs.
Provide content and maintain corporate and brand websites, assist with design creation where needed.
Assist in updating digital assets within HubSpot
Work with marketing team, HR, and sales to continue website evolution to meet needs within budget.
Work and provide support with web partner to optimize site functionality and ensure site functionality.
Support web-related meetings as needed.
Design HTML advertising and emails for our media partners.
Support design development and execution of all corporate, marketing and sales materials.
Designs and completes production art for point-of-sale, communication materials, etc. within brand and program requirements and for required output (print process, web, internal, etc.)
Assist in updating presentation materials.
Ability to design logos and infographics.
Edits photography files as needed.
Ensure final products adhere to the policies and standards of the company.
Maintain organized asset storage for all creative elements. This ensures more productivity across the organization.
Create, manage, and organize all production ready files for external partners.
Partner with HR and Sales functions to create print and digital ready creative files.
Support additional business functions like Operations, Finance, and private label as needed.
Coordinate with external vendors, inclusive of creative, tradeshow management and print agencies.
Ensure all corporate and sales materials adhere to and follow all brand standards.
Demonstrate leadership skills with the ability to define a clear strategy for Account Success.
Proactively collaborate with your cross-team to encourage growth and development.
Provide regular and continual feedback and support.
Drive Customer and Employee Success by seeking opportunities for improvement.
Support change initiatives throughout the organization.
Use the Spirit of EA Sween to guide decisions.