Graphic Desgner

Job Summary:

We are seeking a talented and self-motivated Graphic Designer to join our team on a contract basis. This role will focus on managing the production of marketing collateral and supporting creative projects across various brand assets. You will work closely with Marketing Managers, Sales, and Senior Designers to execute projects, ensuring timely delivery and brand consistency. The ideal candidate should have strong experience in design tools and creative systems, and possess excellent time management and organizational skills.

Location: Remote (CST preferred but not required)

Shift: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM local time (flexible)

Contract Duration: 3 months (with the possibility of extension to 6 months or permanent position depending on performance and project needs)

 

• Creative Production: Design and produce marketing-related collateral such as brochures, catalogs, sell sheets, email campaigns, presentations, signage, banners, interactive design, and other related assets.

• Brand Consistency: Ensure the continuity of individual brand identities across global platforms, working closely with the Marketing department to align with company direction.

• Project Management: Manage design projects from inception to completion, including brainstorming creative concepts, designing original content, and overseeing the final production process. Meet deadlines and stay within project budgets.

• Vendor Communication: Work with vendors to ensure quality production and the timely delivery of printed materials and other assets. Maintain vendor relationships and handle quotes.

• Digital Asset Management (DAM): Manage the Digital Asset Management system, update and organize files, create new assets, and train team members on DAM tools.

• Creative Tools and Software: Use Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, etc.) to create high-quality digital assets and designs for various marketing materials.

• Continuous Learning: Stay updated on the latest industry trends, tools, and best practices in graphic design, digital content, and marketing.

• Collaboration: Communicate effectively with Marketing Managers, Directors, and Senior Designers to ensure project goals are met. Take direction well and maintain an open line of communication regarding project updates and needs.

• Self-Management: Work independently, managing multiple projects simultaneously. Be proactive, organized, and capable of self-directing tasks and meeting deadlines.

• Education: Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Marketing, or a related field. Master’s degree is a plus.

• Experience: 1+ years of experience in graphic design (internship or professional). Vendor management experience required.

• Skills:

  • Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.).
  • Experience with cloud-based marketing software and Google Platform is a plus.
  • Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
  • Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.

• Communication: Strong interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with internal and external stakeholders. Must be comfortable taking directions via phone and email.

Vaco values a diverse workplace and strongly encourages women, people of color, LGBTQ+ individuals, people with disabilities, members of ethnic minorities, foreign-born residents, and veterans to apply.

Vaco is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race (including but not limited to traits historically associated with race such as hair texture and hair style), color, sex (includes pregnancy or related conditions), religion or creed, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, status as a veteran, union membership, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, political affiliation, or any other protected characteristics as required by federal, state or local law.

Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries are committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Vaco LLC and its parents, affiliates, and subsidiaries will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and/or to receive other benefits and privileges of employment, please contact HR@vaco.com .

Vaco also wants all applicants to know their rights that workplace discrimination is illegal.

By submitting to this position, you agree that you will be giving Vaco the exclusive right to present your as a candidate for the foregoing employment opportunity. You further agree that you have represented information about yourself accurately and have not affirmatively misrepresented your qualifications. You also agree to maintain as confidential, to the fullest extent permitted by law, any information you learn from Vaco about the position and you will limit disclosure of information about the position only to the extent necessary to perform any obligations in furtherance of your application. In exchange, Vaco agrees to exercise reasonable efforts to represent you through all solicitation, job screening and resume dispersal.

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Determining compensation for this role (and others) at Vaco depends upon a wide array of factors including but not limited to:

• the individual’s skill sets, experience and training;
• licensure and certification requirements;
• office location and other geographic considerations;
• other business and organizational needs.

With that said, as required by local law, Vaco believes that the following salary range referenced above reasonably estimates the base compensation for an individual hired into this position in geographies that require salary range disclosure. The individual may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses.