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CBC Group Inc

Overview Creative Brands is an owned subsidiary of CBC Group with a portfolio of thirteen highly recognizable gift and inspirational brands. We are seeking a talented and experienced Production Artist for Santa Barbara Design Studio to join our dynamic team of creative minds who are redefining the gift industry with distinctive home d&eacute;cor, drinkware, stationery, and jewelry products.Position OverviewWe are looking for someone who is equally passionate about products as they are about the design. Our ideal candidate is someone with an interest in gifts and home d&eacute;cor that embodies the minimalist designs adapted to the European way of living with soft colors, textures, and accents.This role requires highly proficient Adobe Illustrator skills, an eye for detail and solid design principles. Ability to work efficiently in a deadline driven environment, is highly organized and frequently strives for detailed, polished and complete results. We are looking for someone who is comfortable working solo &ldquo;in the zone&rdquo; as well as in a brainstorming group or creative session. People who are a good fit for us are ego-free with a strong work ethic and a cheerful outlook.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Design and Production: Create and design production-ready files for gift products.</li><li>Quality Assurance: Ensure all production standards are met and maintained.</li><li>Resource Management: Maintain image, font, and resource files.</li></ul>Required Skills and Traits:<ul><li>Adobe Creative Suite Expertise: Proficient in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator in a Mac environment.</li><li>Typography Knowledge: Strong understanding of typography principles.</li><li>Team Collaboration: Ability to work effectively within a team environment.</li><li>Project Management: Capable of managing multiple and varied projects simultaneously.</li><li>Fundamentals: Knowledge of color, composition, and the elements of art and design.</li></ul>Education and Experience:<ul><li>Degree: Bachelor&rsquo;s degree in Graphic Design or a related field; or</li><li>Experience: Three to five years of relevant experience; or</li><li>Combination: Equivalent combination of education and experience.</li></ul>How to Apply:Send the following to HR@cbcgroupco.com for consideration:<ul><li>Resume: Submit your detailed resume.</li><li>Portfolio: Provide a full portfolio of your graphic design work.</li><li>References: Please provide personal and professional references.</li></ul>Join our team and contribute to creating inspiring and meaningful gift products. Apply today to become part of our mission-driven company!Job Type: Full-timePay: From $60,000.00 per yearBenefits:<ul><li>401(k)</li><li>401(k) matching</li><li>Employee discount</li><li>Health insurance</li><li>Paid time off</li></ul>Education:<ul><li>Bachelor's (Required)</li></ul>Experience:<ul><li>Product and Packaging Design: 3 years (Preferred)</li><li>Graphic Design: 3 years (Required)</li><li>Production Artwork: 3 years (Required)</li></ul>Location:<ul><li>Phoenix, AZ 85040 (Preferred)</li></ul>Ability to Commute:<ul><li>Phoenix, AZ 85040 (Required)</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Production Artist/Graphic Designer

About CBC Group, Inc.CBC Group, Inc. is a privately held wholesale distributor focused on serving retailers, churches, and specialty stores with meaningful, high-quality products. Our core business centers on distributing religious and inspirational goods, along with a broad assortment of gift and d&eacute;cor items, baby and party products, and household and spa items. Through a portfolio of established brands and growing e-commerce channels, we connect thoughtfully curated product lines with customers across the country. As a multi-entity organization, we combine the reach and infrastructure of a larger company with the collaborative, close-knit spirit of a team working together to support our partners and continue building something that lasts.Summary:This role is responsible for driving product development and sourcing initiatives, negotiating pricing, forecasting demand, and identifying emerging product trends. The position also supports quality resolution, ensures catalog copy accuracy, researches substitute products, and delivers timely reporting with clear, actionable analysis.The ideal candidate will have prior buying experience with a catalog or retail company. They will also need to be detailed in all aspects of the position. This individual must have the ability to not only purchase product but also have an eye and taste to identify strong latest items and categories that appeal to our growing customer base. Experience buying inspirational and religious items, gifts or church supplies is a plus. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or abilities required.Key Responsibilities:<ul><li>Being an incredibly detailed oriented person</li><li>Being aware of our position in the marketplace, our customer base, and our competition. Some creative input as it relates to gift product lines.</li><li>Compiling seasonal list of all new and current products to be listed in the catalog, updating whenever necessary for changes in selection, price, vendor information, and packaging.</li><li>Developing specifications for new products, negotiating with vendors, and following the item through initial production.</li><li>Meeting Key Performance Indicators as they pertain to gross margin, fill rate and discontinued merchandise.</li><li>Help maintain vendor relationship status through proper communication.</li><li>Prepare for product shows and markets relating to sample prep, schematic planning, show set up, displays, power points, training materials.</li><li>Possible domestic travel to trade shows for set up &amp; display.</li><li>Writing, editing, and proofing copy for catalog and corresponding brand website.</li><li>Providing input and direction for catalog page layouts, photography, and e-mail promotions. Reviewing sale and inventory levels to help facilitate clearance efforts.</li><li>Preparation of catalog binder for weekly review. Preparing Concept reviews for approval Preparing Line Reviews for approval</li></ul>Requirements:<ul><li>3-years relevant work experience</li><li>Excellent oral and written communication skills</li><li>Ability to work well under pressure, efficiency in working independently as well as team environment. Proofreading skills and efficiency in grammar</li><li>Organizational and time management skills</li><li>MS Word, MS Excel, and email software experience</li><li>College degree preferred.</li></ul>Education and/or Experience:<ul><li>1 - 3 years&rsquo; experience</li><li>Creative product development background Understanding of catalog marketing techniques Excellent oral and written communication skills Detail orientated: committed to getting it right.</li><li>Efficiency in working independently and on cross functional teams. Proofreading skills and efficiency in grammar</li><li>Multi-tasking many projects at a time Organizational skills</li><li>Understanding of aesthetics/composition is a plus. Ability to work well under pressure.</li><li>Experience in a fast-paced ever-changing environment Ability to problem solve.</li><li>Proficient in MS Word, MS Excel, and email software experience College degree preferred.</li></ul>Work Location: In person

Associate New Product Development - Wholesale

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Production Artist/Graphic Designer

Associate New Product Development - Wholesale