Product & Packaging Graphic Designer
Job Description - Overview
This Graphic Design position specializes in concept and development of typography, illustration, and layout design for party collections, seasonal crafts, and classroom products for the Cards & Party Team. Tasks include researching trends, creating mood boards and sketches to convey vision, and effectively bringing type, color, and other design elements together to achieve vision.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Works closely with Team Leaders and Coordinators to meet project objectives in conceptualization and development of graphics, illustrations, typography and layout
- Creates designs with strong artistic sensibilities that satisfy a diverse array of projects
- Pitches creative concepts to Team Leaders and Creative Coordinator
- Completes all design assignments according to the needs of the clients and the Hobby Lobby customer while meeting the technical requirements of department standards
- Meets all deadlines while juggling multiple projects
- Maintains current knowledge of design trends
- Solves problems proactively with patience and intelligence
- Works closely with peers and sets a tone of partnership between teams
- Maintains a clean and orderly workstation
- Follows all Art/Creative safety policies and procedures including the proper use of PPE (personal protective equipment).
- Adapts to additional duties and tasks
- Contributes to team effort by fulfilling responsibilities with a positive attitude
Job Description - Requirements
- Strong understanding of design and print production
- Excellent typography skills and ability to manipulate type to create unique layouts
- Strong illustration and design skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving ability
- Knowledge of current market trends and customer behavior
- Excellent attention to detail
- Ability to self-start and work under minimal supervision
- Strong organizational skills that reflect the ability to perform and prioritize multiple tasks without effecting quality or polish
- Strong time-management skills
- Ability to work alone or with a team
- Ability to accept and apply critique and feedback
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Proficient Mac and Microsoft Office Skills
- Advanced knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite
- Ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment
- Ability to perform Key Responsibilities as described with or without accommodation
- Ability to perform job duties at the corporate office in Oklahoma City (Accommodation for location flexibility, such as telecommuting, is not available.)
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
- Bachelor’s degree in graphic design or related field required
- Professional design experience helpful
Full-Time Benefits include:
- Competitive Wages
- Medical, Dental and Prescription Benefits
- 401(k) Program with Company Match
- Paid Vacation
- Personal Paid Time Off (PPTO)
- Employee Discount
- Life Insurance and Long Term Disability Insurance (LTD)
- Flexible Spending Plan
- Holiday Pay
If you are interested, please send the required resume with 8-10 portfolio samples displaying typography skills (PDF format only, websites will not be accepted).
Hobby Lobby Stores, Inc., is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.
For reasonable accommodation of disability during the hiring process call (877) 303-4547.