Production Graphic Designer-1907

Protective Industrial Products • Latham, NY

20d • Onsite

About The Position

Taking direction from the Graphic Design Manager, and working out of our Latham, NY office, this position will play a key role in our marketing department. We are recruiting a self-starter looking to gain valuable experience in the fast-growing PPE space who will play an integral part of our PPE sales. This position gives you the ability to contribute to the company’s daily production activities, you will design, and update company logos used to silkscreen or pad print key safety products. You will enhance your knowledge of the proofing process and pre-press logo work for logoed items, as well as working with the marketing and product management team to adapt logos to new products. We are looking for a self-motivated individual who is comfortable working in a production-driven, fast-moving work environment and who is meticulous with a keen eye for detail. PPE is a fast-growing sector, and you can grow along with us – even if you are just starting out- apply and show us what you got.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Design, Fine Arts or related field
• 1 – 2 years of proven graphic designing experience with a strong portfolio
• Will consider recently graduated who can demonstrate a winning portfolio of work
• Experience with design software and technologies (such as Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, Photoshop, Acrobat)
• Familiarity with Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint
• Exposure to multiple media formats
• Highly detail oriented – acute focus and exactitude
• Highly organized
• Excellent communication skills
• People friendly skills to work well with other teams
• Ability to work methodically and meet deadlines

Responsibilities

• Create proofs, prepare and recreate logo files for printing on garments, hard hats, and other items in PPE product portfolio
• Maintain proof log
• Support the design team in the creation of digital graphic content and marketing materials including flyers and brochures, following existing brand guidelines when needed
• Photo post-processing and editing so photos are production ready
• File organization

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level