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Graphic Designer & Social Media Specialist
Position Overview:
The Graphic Designer & Social Media Specialist will play a pivotal role in creating visually captivating designs for dog apparel and accessories while managing the company’s social media presence. This role encompasses various design responsibilities, including graphics for marketing materials, website content, product packaging, trade booth displays, and more conceptualized by the Brand Director and Marketing team.
Responsibilities:
Graphic Design:
- Design eye-catching visuals for dog apparel, accessories, and related products.
- Develop creative designs for sales tools, promotional materials, and marketing campaigns.
- Create engaging website content, including banners, graphics, and illustrations.
- Design product packaging and trims
- Generate captivating all-over prints for various merchandise
Social Media Coordination:
- Manage the company’s social media profiles across platforms
- Develop and execute social media strategies to enhance brand visibility and engagement with the Brand Director
- Create and schedule posts that showcase products, promotions, and brand values.
- Respond to comments, messages, and inquiries in a timely and engaging manner.
- Collaborate with the marketing team to maintain a consistent brand voice and visual identity.
Trade Booth Graphics:
- Design visually appealing graphics and displays for trade shows and events.
- Develop booth layouts that attract visitors and effectively showcase products.
- Collaborate with the team to align booth designs with ongoing marketing campaigns.
Miscellaneous Design:
- Design business cards, clothing, and other branded materials to uphold a cohesive image.
- Create visually appealing graphics for a range of purposes, maintaining brand consistency.
Qualifications:
- Degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
- Proven experience in graphic design, ideally within the fashion, lifestyle, or pet industry.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, etc.).
- Demonstrated expertise in social media management and content creation.
- Strong understanding of design principles, typography, and visual communication.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a team and independently to meet deadlines.
- Excellent communication skills and attention to detail.
- Passion for pets and a strong sense of empathy for animal-related products.
Benefits:
- Opportunity to work in a creative and dynamic environment.
- Chance to contribute to a rapidly growing brand in the pet industry.
- Engaging and pet-friendly work culture.
- 2 weeks vacation + 1 week during the Christmas holidays