Graphic Designer

­­­Sideshow has an immediate need for a hybrid Graphic Designer in the Graphic Arts Department. The Graphic Arts Department, aka the GAD, creates collateral for both digital and print initiatives- including social media graphics, email banners, product gallery images, packaging, publishing, and more.

Benefits:

-       Health, dental, vision and supplemental coverage

-       Complimentary onsite café serving daily healthy lunch options

-       401(k) plan

-       Yearly fitness reimbursement

-       Volunteer time off

-       And more

About Us: Sideshow is a leader in the high-end collectible industry that works on a variety of exciting projects, with licenses such as Star Wars, Marvel, and DC Comics. We're a fun team, looking forward to finding a new designer that shares the company vision.

Duties:- Support and work closely with fellow design team staff.- Ability to multi-task and respond quickly and positively to changing demands.- Timely creation of digital design collateral, including graphics for product releases, events, the website,      social media, email, and more.
- Ability to retouch photography and mask images in Photoshop.
- Design of print collateral for postcards, stickers, swag, physical banners, and more.
- Support other departments with various graphic and marketing requests.
- Strong project management skills: able to manage multiple priorities, anticipate demands, communicate status appropriately, and maintain a high level of operational transparency and accountability.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:- Bachelor’s degree in graphic design or related field.

- 3-5 years’ experience in an agency or in-house design department preferred. - Familiarity with e-commerce platforms and processes is a plus

- E-Commerce experience a plus.

- Has the ability to collaborate with a team of designers or self-manage with little direction.- Can follow brand style guides, while keeping graphics fresh.

-Expert user of Adobe Creative Suite: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign on a MAC platform.

- Strong verbal, written, and visual presentation skills.

- Can handle constructive criticism and make multiple edits to designs.

- Has a strong grasp of typography and is passionate about delivering excellent design.

- Self-motivator who can push themselves creatively and can own their vision from conceptualization to implementation while remaining open minded to change.

Note: This job description is intended to provide a general overview of the position. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, or requirements associated with the role.

Additional Details:

• Applicants will undergo a 7-year background, credit and security check

• References and portfolio required

• Applications without a portfolio will not be reviewed.

Status: Non-Exempt

Pay Range: 55k – 60k annually

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