POSITION OVERVIEW

• Collaborate closely with the Design Director and graphics team to conceptualize internal and external marketing
• Create and update production files, make revisions and update design files
• Assemble or supervise completion of assembly of presentation materials
• Work with the graphics team and category manager to conceptualize packaging and carding design
• Develop a compete vision strategy for design solutions that are on-trend, creative, innovative and customer right
• Create designs from concept sketches to press ready production files
• Sketch and mock-up packaging hand samples when needed
• Photograph product, edit and manipulation as needed
• Extensive research and staying current with jewelry, product and design trends; including online and in store retail analysis

SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS

• Associates or Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, or relate field
• 2-4 years of relevant design experience is required, with a focus on print and illustration a plus
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud programs; Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Acrobat
• Experience with packaging and carding production
• Ability to perform a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another of a different nature
• Ability to work independently and following through on assignments with direction
• Ability to work as part of a team; collaborating with coworkers, maintaining a cross-functional relationship
• Ability to gain an understanding of department and corporate strategic vision and goals
• Ability to work in a fast-paced fashion environment, under pressure of short deadline and ever-changing priorities
• Ability to participate in design meetings to offer suggestions and to offer input
• Ability to work extra hours to meet deadlines as necessary