Senior Graphics Designer

Patterson Dental Supply•St Paul, MN

4d•$60,400 - $78,533•Hybrid

About The Position

Patterson isn't just a place to work, it's a partner that cares about your success. One of the distinguishing marks of our company is the talented people who embrace the people-first, always advancing, and results-driven culture. Professional growth abounds in this motivating environment. We value the diverse talents and experiences our employees bring to Patterson and believe that they build a stronger and successful organization. As a Senior Graphic Designer you are responsible for creating high quality graphic design solutions that tell a compelling story across a wide variety of mediums, managing and coordinating all aspects of medium to complex creative projects. You will work as part of a team that includes copywriters, project management, proofing and print and video services to develop both digital and printed content. You will work collaboratively with marketing managers and align work to marketing/creative briefs. You will be responsible to ensure that brand identity standards are applied and maintain accuracy throughout development and revision cycles.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in design or equivalent related experience
2-4 years professional graphic design experience
2-4 years in a corporate B2B setting
Demonstrated working knowledge of Creative Suite including InDesign, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Photoshop
Expert understanding of design principles and techniques
Demonstrated working knowledge of AI, Workfront and Canto preferred
Expert in project management and direct marketing advertising
Expert in preparing artwork, images, typography and layout
Effective communication skills
Understanding of four-color printing process
Strong collaboration skills

Nice To Haves

Healthcare industry experience
Experience with storyboarding, video and motion graphics preferred

Responsibilities

Provides mentoring and guidance for other Graphic Designers
Provides design work and coordinates the design and production for medium to complex marketing communication projects
With minimum input from Manager. conducts photo shoots to produce advertising photographs as needed.
Create artwork as necessary to achieve promotion goals.
Work with images as needed to provide accurate and pleasing graphics.
During development, works with project manager to help gather and provide information as it relates to the project.
Technically reviews (preflight) electronic prepress documents to ensure that they will print correctly
Prepares electronic documents for archiving
Works with print buyer to achieve technical accuracy and to implement appropriate design techniques and standards
With minimum input from Manager, identifies trends and styles in advertising and design implementing them where appropriate
Possesses knowledge of current technology as it relates to advertising and design
Performs other duties as assigned
Complies with all policies and standards