Sr. Graphic Designer / Marketing Associate

SOUTHERN CHAMPION TRAY LLC•Chattanooga, TN

3h•Onsite

About The Position

Key member of Southern Champion Tray’s Marketing team, responsible for bringing the SCT brand to life through compelling, consistent visual communications while also supporting broader marketing initiatives. This role combines senior-level graphic design expertise with hands-on marketing execution. The ideal candidate is a highly skilled designer who can independently manage creative projects from concept through completion, while also contributing to product launches, campaigns, digital marketing, sales enablement, events, and other initiatives that strengthen the SCT brand and support profitable growth. The position requires someone who is both creative and practical, able to develop strong visual solutions while understanding the business objective, audience, and message behind each project.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, Marketing, or a related field.
Minimum seven (7) years in marketing and graphic design
Demonstrated experience in coordinating branding initiatives, digital marketing strategies, and comprehensive marketing campaigns
Advanced knowledge in website development and design principles, including CMS platforms like WordPress and SharePoint
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop), MS Office, and digital marketing tools and platforms
Proficiency with AI-powered design and creative tools, including experience using generative AI as part of the creative process for concepting, image development, editing, ideation, and workflow efficiency
Experience developing presentations and working within Microsoft PowerPoint and other Microsoft 365 applications
Proven track record of innovative design for promotional plans, including research, pilot programs, and execution of marketing programs for a diverse product portfolio
Understanding of responsible AI use in a professional creative environment, including appropriate consideration of brand integrity, confidentiality, intellectual property, accuracy, and final human review
Eighteen (18) years of age or older
Successful completion of pre-employment drug screen, physical and background check
Dependability
Valid driver's license
Ability to safely operate a motor vehicle
Willingness to travel occasionally by air and land
Excellent interpersonal and communication (both verbal and written) skills
Ability to work satisfactorily as a Team Member and communicate with all levels within the company
Strong organizational and project management skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
Excellent attention to detail and commitment to accuracy and consistency.
Ability to receive feedback, collaborate effectively, and translate stakeholder input into strong creative solutions.
Excellent organizational skills
Detail oriented
Adept at problem solving and finding creative solutions
Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment on a customary and regular basis
Ability to set, adjust and change daily priorities
Ability to handle sudden changes in project/priority and multiple tasks simultaneously in a positive fashion
Ability to manage conflict and resolve issues in the most positive fashion for all parties concerned
Ability to read and understand complex documents, letters, etc. and write legibly in English.
Ability to understand and speak clearly, and communicate in English
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide both fractions and decimals, solve equations, read measurements
Ability to use formulas to calculate and analyze data
Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form
Ability to evaluate effectiveness of design and marketing materials in achieving branding consistency and business objectives
Strong problem-solving skills to identify and address bottlenecks or inconsistencies in creative processes.
Proficiency in assessing new tools and technologies for design to enhance SCT's capabilities
Capacity to manage resources efficiently, prioritizing projects based on business impact and available resources
Analytical mindset to optimize workflows for efficiency and quality
Demonstrated commitment to integrity, ethics, and corporate social responsibility
Ability to embody and promote SCT’s core values: Trustworthy, Servant-Hearted, Relational, and Resourceful

Nice To Haves

Advanced degrees or professional certifications are highly desirable.
Proficiency in Adobe After Effects and Premier Pro, a plus

Responsibilities

Coordinates and executes creative components of marketing materials, including product catalogs, brochures, sell sheets, trade advertisements, trade show displays, manuals, and other collateral
Ensures implementation of brand guidelines, guaranteeing consistency and high-quality standards across all design elements
Works closely with Marketing Manager to align design and communication strategies with overall business goals
Mentors design team, fostering a culture of creativity, innovation, and continuous improvement
Oversees integration of any new technologies to enhance our capabilities
Leverages AI-powered creative tools to enhance concept development, image creation and editing, design exploration, production efficiency, and other creative workflows while maintaining SCT brand standards, quality, and originality