Senior Designer - Ecommerce

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. SGK is a Matthews International company.

POSITION SUMMARY

This eCommerce Sr Designer utilizes strong conceptual thinking and design knowledge to translate client briefs and ideas into design concepts for multiple clients and brands. A successful designer in this role will visualize and develop solutions for eCommerce product detail pages and other eCommerce related materials, while working with other team members to achieve project goals.

This position works closely with the creative and account teams to build high quality digital files following existing brand standards and internal workflow protocol. The eCommerce Sr Designer is a hands-on designer and supports other creative team members with technical problem solving in the development of design elements and storyboards. Ensuring that deliverables are completed in an efficient manner - on time and on budget.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Participates in design project from concept phase through successful completion.

• Develops and implements visual elements or creative concepts for project deliverables.

• Translates 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 style guide or client brief.

• Develops working relationships with clients to fully understand requirements and expectations.

• Leads project meetings to understand concept, timelines, objectives and specifications.

• Communicates project deliverables across design team

• Presents ideas, research and trends during creative meetings with both internal teams and external clients.

• Works with creative teams to direct photoshoots and video shoots for design projects.

• Oversees project deadlines to ensure they are met consistently.

• Ensures projects are on track to be completed on time and within budget.

• Creates presentations, moodboards and proposals based upon project scope.

• Advises the design team with technical problem solving in the development of design elements and layouts.

• Recommends improvements in creative design concept, tools, processes and/or assigned tasks to management.

• Conducts market research to stay up-to-date on market trends and new design developments.

• Advises Designers and Jr Designers throughout project deliverables.

• Additional duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor's Degree in Arts, Design, Advertising, Marketing or related field

• 6+ years of previous design experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience

• Professional portfolio required with application

• The salary range for this role is $70,000 - $80,000. We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the range may change in the future. Pay within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs.

• Occasional travel either locally, nationally, and/or internationally may be required

• Proficient with design software such as Adobe Creative Suite, (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Acrobat are a must)

• Knowledge/background of e-commerce marketplaces such as Amazon, Walmart, Target, etc. and best practices preferred

• Experience in animation/motion graphics, storyboarding, photo and video editing preferred

• High degree of proficiency in MS Office Suite, Outlook and Internet applications

• 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)

• 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

PHYSICAL ASPECTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Regularly required to stand; walk; sit; and talk, hear and see.

• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds.

• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

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