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SGK

1mo ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Design
    Creative Arts & Fashion
  • Burlington, +2

AI generated summary

  • You need a relevant Bachelor's degree, 6+ years of design experience, strong skills in design software, MS Office, and excellent communication and project management abilities.
  • You will develop visual concepts, communicate project details, create presentations, support design technical issues, research trends, and mentor junior designers while managing various design projects.

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s Degree in Arts, Design, Advertising, Marketing or related field
  • Advanced degree (MBA, Master’s) preferred
  • 6+ years progressive design experience required; or equivalent combination of education and experience
  • Occasional travel either locally, nationally, and/or internationally may be required.
  • Ability to provide professional portfolio upon request
  • High degree of proficiency MS Office Suite, Outlook & Internet applications
  • Proficient with design software, such as Adobe Creative Suite, QuarkXpress, etc.
  • Strong analytical, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem-solving, presentation, budgeting, project management (from conception to completion), & planning skills
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills (including analysis, interpretation, & reasoning)
  • Solid understanding and application of mathematical concepts
  • Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with peers and colleagues across the organization, as well as, internal and external clients
  • Ability to work well autonomously and within a team in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment.
  • Ability to work with and influence peers and senior management
  • Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting

Responsibilities

  • Develops and implements visual elements or creative concepts for project deliverables.
  • Translate existing and emerging concepts into actual brand and/or product designs.
  • Integrates images, text, motion, etc. with a great sense of aesthetics, while executing against the brand and/or product vision and the creative brief.
  • Attends project meetings to understand concept, timelines, objectives and specifications.
  • Communicate project deliverables across design team and production department.
  • Present ideas, research and trends during creative meetings and brainstorming sessions.
  • Create presentations, moodboards and proposals based upon project scope.
  • Support the design team with technical problem solving in the development of design elements and layouts.
  • Recommend improvements in creative design concept, tools, processes and/or assigned tasks to management.
  • Research, create and manage content, photography, images, etc. for design projects.
  • Conduct market research to stay up-to-date on market trends and new design developments.
  • Act as advisor to Jr Designers through project deliverables.
  • Additional duties as assigned.

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the Designer position at SGK?

The primary focus of the Designer position is to translate design concepts and visualize solutions to develop products and campaigns based on customer or client needs.

What are the qualifications required for the Designer role?

The Designer role requires a Bachelor’s Degree in Arts, Design, Advertising, Marketing or a related field, with an advanced degree preferred. Additionally, 6+ years of progressive design experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience is required.

Will I need to provide a portfolio for this position?

Yes, the ability to provide a professional portfolio upon request is required for the Designer position.

What software proficiency is expected from a Designer?

A high degree of proficiency in MS Office Suite, Outlook & Internet applications, as well as design software such as Adobe Creative Suite and QuarkXpress is expected.

Are there any physical requirements for the Designer role?

Yes, the position regularly requires standing, walking, sitting, using hands to handle or feel, reaching, and other physical activities. Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distance vision, and depth perception.

Is there a travel requirement for this job?

Yes, occasional travel either locally, nationally, and/or internationally may be required for the Designer position.

What skills are necessary for effective project management in this role?

Strong analytical, prioritizing, interpersonal, problem-solving, presentation, budgeting, and planning skills are necessary for effective project management in this role.

Is collaboration with other team members important in this role?

Yes, the ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with peers, colleagues, and internal and external clients is crucial for success in the Designer role.

What kind of environment will I be working in?

The work environment is usually low to moderate in noise level and may require reasonable accommodations to enable individuals to perform essential functions.

Does Matthews International offer equal employment opportunities?

Yes, Matthews International is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace, where all employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

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SGK

Simplify your challenges to amplify your brand.

Marketing & Advertising
Industry
5001-10,000
Employees

Mission & Purpose

SGK is a global packaging and brand experience company. From idea to implementation, we deliver packaging solutions and brand experiences that give brands the freedom to speak louder, scale faster and grow stronger. We simplify marketing and amplify brands to deliver value. We have more than 6,500 employees and 1,500 clients worldwide, and sales of $548 million in 2023 and have been advising many of the world’s greatest brands for 75+ years. SGK is a Matthews International company.