Graphic Design Associate

Graphic Design Associate

Corporation for Findlay Market (CFFM)

Position Description

Overview

The Graphic Design Associate (GDA) is a full-time, year-round position responsible for all graphic, print, and digital collateral for Findlay Market. The GDA has a regular schedule of Monday-Friday, but will include some evening, weekend and non-traditional hours. The GDA is part of the Communication Team and will report directly to the Marketing and Communication Manager.

Living the Mission

As ambassadors for Findlay Market, every team member plays a vital role in supporting the organization’s mission, values, and philanthropic efforts. This means actively contributing to the market’s initiatives, embodying our commitment to community and diversity, and championing the cultural and economic vibrancy that defines Findlay Market. Together, we strive to uphold our mission and make a lasting impact.

Details

The GDA is responsible for the print and digital graphic collateral for the Corporation for Findlay Market (CFFM), including designing for events, programs, merchandise, wayfinding, and more. This position will work on projects for Findlay Market businesses, the Communications team, as well as all CFFM internal programs and promotions.

The GDA must work cross-organizationally to understand the needs of each department (Development, Finance, Food Innovation, Market Management) and must manage the scheduling and timeline of design projects to ensure that they are completed and executed appropriately. We are looking for someone who loves to collaborate and understands that this position will be working closely with non-designers across multiple teams. This person must have the ability to verbalize design direction to people unfamiliar with terminology and work through the visions that each person has through discussion and design.

The GDA must have the ability to work and stay within multiple brand guidelines. In addition to Findlay Market’s brand standards, CFFM oversees all branding and design work for internal programs, including Findlay Kitchen, Findlay Launch, Jane’s, Race Street Station, Greening the Market, Friends of Findlay Market, the Findlay Market Shopping App, and more.

This position must be able to handle multiple projects at once and be willing to adapt quickly. Due to the nature of being at Findlay Market, this person must also be a clear communicator and good with working with all types of personalities. The person will be expected to work in an office setting, but also spend time at Findlay Market to better understand the environment for which they are designing.

The GDA will be responsible for taking projects from concept through full execution. This includes measuring physical spaces for signage and installations, preparing production-ready files, coordinating with vendors and printers, managing orders and timelines, and ensuring final products are accurate and high-quality. Experience with print and digital campaigns—including signage, wayfinding, and environmental design—is important. Apparel design and photography experience is a plus. Being able to take a campaign from concept to design to print/production is crucial. Working in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities is a must.

Principal Duties & Responsibilities:

Graphic Design

• Create print collateral for Findlay Market events, programs, and promotions.
• Lead wayfinding design, including maps, brochures, banners, parking signage and door signage.
• Develop promotional outreach materials such as postcards, flyers, posters, and one-pagers.
• Create logos and branding systems for special events, programs, and internal initiatives.
• Design merchandise, tv sliders and signage for Market Center.
• Manage design needs for special events from concept through full execution, including onsite signage and day-of materials.
• Maintain and organize internal design assets and brand libraries.
• Ensure the accuracy and timeliness of information displayed throughout Market, including signage, A-frames, and digital communications.
• Photography & videography as needed to support print and campaign needs.

Digital Design

• Create digital assets for marketing campaigns, promotions, and seasonal initiatives across all CFFM programs.
• Responsible for all newsletter creation for the organization and its programs using Mailchimp, including layout, design, scheduling, and content updates.
• Produce graphics and templates for social media posts, ads, stories, and reels.
• Ensure all digital designs follow platform-specific best practices and accessibility standards.
• Support the design and content creation for all websites for CFFM programs, including creating web sliders, updating photos, and producing required digital graphics.
Ensure all CFFM websites remain visually consistent, user-friendly, and aligned with brand standards, collaborating closely with the Director of Marketing and Marketing & Communications Manager.

Cross-Organizational Collaboration & Workflow

• Work with CFFM teams (Development, Food Innovation, Market Management, Finance, etc.) to understand project needs.
• Collaborate closely with the Development team on major fundraising campaigns by creating compelling visuals and campaign graphics that help drive donations.
• Manage project schedules and deadlines across multiple concurrent assignments.
• Communicate clearly with non-designers, helping translate ideas into effective visual solutions.
• Design with the audience in mind, demonstrating the ability to put yourself in the customer’s shoes, tailor messaging appropriately, and consistently proofread for accuracy and clarity.
• Be flexible and responsive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Spend time onsite at Findlay Market to understand context for environmental and experiential design.
• Prepare production-ready files, measure physical spaces, coordinate with printers/vendors, place orders, and manage timelines.

Values, Skills, Knowledge and Abilities:

• 1-3 years’ relevant work experience
• BA in Graphic Design or related field
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (specifically Adobe Illustrator, Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop)
• Displays a strong sense of professionalism, ownership, and accountability
• Demonstrated ability to work in a proactively diverse and inclusive organization
• Able to handle multiple design projects simultaneously, keep track of deadlines and handle a fast-paced work environment
• Excellent, proven interpersonal, verbal and written communication skills
• Effective problem-solving and mediation skills
• Demonstrated ability to share skills and knowledge with others
• Proficiency with required office computer equipment and software
• Continual on-the-job learning is required

Application Information

• Application: Applicant must submit a resume, cover letter & link to online portfolio.
• Deadline to Apply: January 9, 2025
• Pay Rate: $20/hour
• Benefits: This is a year-round, full-time position with an attractive benefits package that includes:
  • 4 weeks of PTO (5 weeks after 2 years, 6 weeks after 10 years)
  • 9 paid Holidays
  • Paid parental leave
  • Health Benefits (health, vision, dental) including High Deductible Health Plan with employer paying 85% of the health premiums
  • Employer funded HSA ($1300 for individual or $2300 for Family) - For those enrolled in health benefits
  • Sabbatical Program: 5 weeks paid sabbatical after 5 years with $1,000 stipend at the start of sabbatical
  • Option for monthly cell phone reimbursement or company phone
  • Work computer

The Corporation for Findlay Market is an equal opportunity employer.