Graphic Designer

POSITION OVERVIEW:

Develop concepts and design of graphics for all Mueller Sports Medicine (MSM) touchpoints through completion. Work closely with other designers, marketing, printers, packaging engineers, project managers and product designers to complete tasks and advance product development.

POSITION FUNCTIONS:

90% - Graphic Design:

• Provides visual solutions for packaging (from concept to execution), sales collateral, point of purchase and signage. 
• Develops original designs while maintaining the Mueller brand identity. 
• Create marketing social media graphics design (product graphics, infographics, flash videos, video footage, etc.). 
• Work cross-functionally with creative, marketing, sales and brand communications teams. 
• Creates print-ready and digital-ready files. 
• Contributes to, attends and helps art direct photo and video shoots. 
• Communicates with vendors as needed to ensure smooth transfer of files to manufacturers. 
• Handles multiple projects in a fast-paced environment (packaging, flyers, catalogs, etc.).

10% - Marketing:

• Present concepts to clients for approval. 
• Conduct photo and video shoots.

Other duties as assigned to meet the needs of the organization.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• Bachelors degree in graphic design or other related field or an equivalent combination of education and experience sufficient to perform the position functions of the job. 
• Three or more years of graphic design or other related experience. 
• Demonstrated packaging and online graphic design experience. 
• Ability to understand and comply with Mueller Safety Systems and current regulatory requirements. 
• Expert level use of Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, Premiere, InDesign, Acrobat.)

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• Designing for consumer or retail brands. 
• Product Photography and Editing Capabilities. + Adobe Flash Animation. 
• Drone / GoPro Video Shooting, Editing/Clipping and Audio. 
• WordPress / Shopify

REQUIRED SKILLS:

• Exercises judgment within broadly defined practices and policies. 
• Makes sound decisions based on analysis, discussion, experience and judgment. 
• Demonstrated team player with active participation in meetings. 
• Thorough understanding of design-related processes such as photography, retouching, printing and design for online applications. 
• Strong planning and project management skills. 
• Strong ability to transition efficiently from working independently to working collaboratively. 
• Anticipates emerging and future trends accurately based on broad knowledge and perspective. 
• Willingness to roll up your sleeves to help find new opportunities, be diligent in holding people accountable, and having passion to WIN. 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with ability to present and communicate at all levels of the organization and customers. 
• Develops and maintains interpersonal relationships. 
• Strong organizational and problem-solving skills, attention to detail, and the ability to balance multiple priorities. 
• Advanced use of Microsoft products, including Word, Outlook and Excel, and related industry applications. 
• Valid drivers license.