Sr. Graphic Designer

Doskocil Mfg.•Arlington, TX

About The Position

Sr. Graphic designer supports the strategy and art direction for projects and campaigns being developed by the Creative services team. The Sr Graphic designer works directly with the Sr Associate Creative Director to develop concepts as well as prioritization of design resources. The Sr Graphic Designer is a hands-on designer responsible for creative design and production of assigned projects to include, but not limited to ecommerce digital graphics, product packaging, product merchandising displays, planogram layouts, logos, and retail signage. The Sr. graphic designer should have up to date skills and experience in the areas of design techniques and design technology, as well as be able to work in an organized project-oriented manner, with attention to both quality of design and project deadlines.

Requirements

Bachelor of Fine Arts degree (BFA) or equivalent from four-year college or technical school; and 8 years related experience working in graphic design in a consumer goods environment, brand, agency, manufacturer.
A strong working knowledge of 4 color process and digital printing, and preparation of artwork for process printing & digital delivery for the ecommerce channel.
Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.
Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.
Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization.
Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. Must have systematic analytical skills.
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have competent knowledge of Current Apple OSX platform, Adobe Creative Cloud, Microsoft Office Suite
Valid state driver's license and proof of current automobile insurance.

Nice To Haves

experience and knowledge with AI, 3D, video & motion software a plus.

Responsibilities

Provide direction and support to Graphic Designers, videographers, and production artists, as well as outside contractors.
Develop original design solutions, with strategy for implementation and execution. Use creative design to help solve complex messaging challenges on packaging, point of purchase materials, displays, and presentation materials, and maintain any current brand guidelines.
Support sales, marketing and product management with designs including but not limited to packaging, sell sheets, presentation templates, displays, catalogs, photography, digital, motion & static assets, trade showartworkand other needs.
As needed revise existing package designs when product information or branding message changes.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop strategy and communicate withappropriate individualsand departments concerning project updates, changes, timelines and deadlines.
Work with the team to drive adherence with the proofing and approval process in Lytho Workflow
Research packaging and multimedia tactics are being used in the pet industry and in other related industries to stay on top of emerging trends, and document findings for reference and strategy development.
Proof all/applicable artwork from printers and vendors. Supervise production of color print work for best quality on POP labels, packaging, and sales support literature.
Research and recommend cost-effective production alternatives for each project and management of the creative production process, from timeline development to finished materials and work with vendors to gain multiple print quotes per project to ensure the lowest costs possible.
Attend and prepare for department meetings. Come prepared to discuss current projects, challenges, ideas, and bring solutions forward to help drive timely& high-quality project completion.
Participate in project management meetings.
Lead outside designers, photographers and other vendors in a productive and professional manner.
Seek continuous improvement opportunities in project workflow and process management.