Job description
Job Title: Senior Graphic Designer
Department: Product & Brand Services
Reports To: Design Director
Department: Product & Brand Services
Reports To: Design Director
FLSA Status: Exempt
Effective Date: 01/26/2022
Effective Date: 01/26/2022
POSITION PURPOSE
The Product & Brand Services Sr. Graphic Designer is responsible for creating artwork for a broad assortment of apparel, accessories, and skateboard/snowboard hard-good categories for a defined number of Zumiez private labels and licensed brands. They will also be responsible for managing various creative projects and junior members of the Graphics Team.
The Product & Brand Services Sr. Graphic Designer is responsible for creating artwork for a broad assortment of apparel, accessories, and skateboard/snowboard hard-good categories for a defined number of Zumiez private labels and licensed brands. They will also be responsible for managing various creative projects and junior members of the Graphics Team.
JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead team in designing compelling artwork for an assortment of creative projects
- Manage and mentor multiple levels of the Graphic Design team
- Responsible for managing the creative direction for a select number of projects
- Work from production schedules to manage and lead multiple projects, prioritizing daily workloads, and ensuring established deadlines are met
- Effectively communicate expectations and deadlines to stakeholders
- Implement training tools, process, and onboarding programs
- Complete projects independently based on creative direction
- Present creative direction and design concepts to stakeholders and offer input during creative review meetings
- Knowledgeable of performance and department initiatives related to product development
- Create visual presentation tools, brand guidelines, and brand DNA decks
- Support with PBS brand and DNA development
- Participate in trend research and development that supports brand and customer
- Develop strong partnerships with cross-functional teams and Product & Brand Services counterparts
- Actively identify areas of improvement in processes and proactively find solutions
- Other duties as assigned by Manager
JOB REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS
- 5-6 years of experience in Graphic Design
- BA or equivalent course work in graphic design preferred
- Contribute to the Zumiez culture of empowerment, competition, teaching, learning, recognition, fairness, honesty, and fun
- 2-3 years managing Graphic Designers
- Able to give, receive, and apply constructive criticism
- Ability to present design ideas professionally
- Strong project management and organizational skills
- Excellent hand-drawn and/or computer illustration skills
- Proficient in Adobe Illustrator, and Photoshop. Experience with Procreate is a plus
- 5-6 years of experience working with an Apple workstation
- 2-3 years of experience with Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook
- 3-4 years of experience leading and managing projects while maintaining deadlines
- Experience with branding and the ability to adhere to established brand guidelines
- Remain detail-oriented while working in a fast-paced environment
- A balanced mix of creative and technical know-how
- Current with the fashion industry, trends and brands relevant to the Zumiez brand
- Able to travel domestically and internationally approximately 3-4 weeks each year and it is required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have a documented need for an accommodation certified by a medical professional or a properly documented need for a religious accommodation.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT
Ability to sit/stand in a stationary position in an office environment for extended periods and work on a Mac or PC without limitations. Must be able to distinguish colors and inspect material on the product.
Job Title: Senior Graphic Designer
Department: Product & Brand Services
Reports To: Design Director
Department: Product & Brand Services
Reports To: Design Director
FLSA Status: Exempt
Effective Date: 01/26/2022
Effective Date: 01/26/2022
POSITION PURPOSE
The Product & Brand Services Sr. Graphic Designer is responsible for creating artwork for a broad assortment of apparel, accessories, and skateboard/snowboard hard-good categories for a defined number of Zumiez private labels and licensed brands. They will also be responsible for managing various creative projects and junior members of the Graphics Team.
The Product & Brand Services Sr. Graphic Designer is responsible for creating artwork for a broad assortment of apparel, accessories, and skateboard/snowboard hard-good categories for a defined number of Zumiez private labels and licensed brands. They will also be responsible for managing various creative projects and junior members of the Graphics Team.
JOB DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES
- Lead team in designing compelling artwork for an assortment of creative projects
- Manage and mentor multiple levels of the Graphic Design team
- Responsible for managing the creative direction for a select number of projects
- Work from production schedules to manage and lead multiple projects, prioritizing daily workloads, and ensuring established deadlines are met
- Effectively communicate expectations and deadlines to stakeholders
- Implement training tools, process, and onboarding programs
- Complete projects independently based on creative direction
- Present creative direction and design concepts to stakeholders and offer input during creative review meetings
- Knowledgeable of performance and department initiatives related to product development
- Create visual presentation tools, brand guidelines, and brand DNA decks
- Support with PBS brand and DNA development
- Participate in trend research and development that supports brand and customer
- Develop strong partnerships with cross-functional teams and Product & Brand Services counterparts
- Actively identify areas of improvement in processes and proactively find solutions
- Other duties as assigned by Manager
JOB REQUIREMENTS & QUALIFICATIONS
- 5-6 years of experience in Graphic Design
- BA or equivalent course work in graphic design preferred
- Contribute to the Zumiez culture of empowerment, competition, teaching, learning, recognition, fairness, honesty, and fun
- 2-3 years managing Graphic Designers
- Able to give, receive, and apply constructive criticism
- Ability to present design ideas professionally
- Strong project management and organizational skills
- Excellent hand-drawn and/or computer illustration skills
- Proficient in Adobe Illustrator, and Photoshop. Experience with Procreate is a plus
- 5-6 years of experience working with an Apple workstation
- 2-3 years of experience with Microsoft Excel, Word and Outlook
- 3-4 years of experience leading and managing projects while maintaining deadlines
- Experience with branding and the ability to adhere to established brand guidelines
- Remain detail-oriented while working in a fast-paced environment
- A balanced mix of creative and technical know-how
- Current with the fashion industry, trends and brands relevant to the Zumiez brand
- Able to travel domestically and internationally approximately 3-4 weeks each year and it is required to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 or have a documented need for an accommodation certified by a medical professional or a properly documented need for a religious accommodation.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS & WORK ENVIRONMENT
Ability to sit/stand in a stationary position in an office environment for extended periods and work on a Mac or PC without limitations. Must be able to distinguish colors and inspect material on the product.
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