Graphic Designer and Illustrator
| Company: | Paper Source |
| Location: | US - Chicago, Illinois |
| Posted: | 11.18.2015 |
| Fields: | Graphic Design, Interaction Design, Typography |
| Job Level: | Mid-Level Staff |
Description
Graphic Designer and IllustratorThis position reports directly to the Design Art Director.
Position Summary
The Graphic Designer and Illustrator position is responsible for significant contribution to the overall exclusive concept, design and illustration of new gift wrap, greeting card and stationery products. This can include calendars, rubber stamps and other paper related items that fundamentally have the Paper Source aesthetic and results in salable designs for our store, catalog and web businesses. Additionally some work on packaging. The position works closely with the Design team, Design Art Director, Product Buyers and GMM, as well as, the CEO of the company.
Essential Job Responsibilities and Accountabilities
• Creates, designs and develops in collaboration and partnership with the Design and Merchandising team, Paper Source product from conception through production that delivers the true aesthetic of our brand.
• Demonstrates exceptional organizational and time management skills that are guided by self- discipline, personal accountability and participation/partnership; can prioritize and handle multiple projects to meet tight deadlines while maintaining a professional and positive attitude within a team environment.
Graphic Design and Illustrator
• Create original artwork and typographic treatments for the design development of personalized everyday and seasonal cards, stationery, wedding invitation suites, rubber stamps, stickers, calendars, and gift wraps, prompted by annual company line review schedule, driven by in-store set dates.
• Design all 3rd party/PS custom products including aprons, oven mitts, totes, mugs, glasses, plates, napkins, tea towels, office storage, etc, prompted by annual company line review schedule, driven by in-store set dates.
• Present product concepts, at various working stages of development, for review and direction, first from the Design Art Director and GMM, in preparation for and prior to all product line reviews.
• Manage the development of these products, maintaining provided schedules, and populating the Project Development Log (PDL) with all necessary content specific to own projects.
• Design all PS product packaging and labeling, with any necessary instruction sheets, die lines, and templates, keeping consistent with design standards.
• Keep current with trends in Design, stationery, home goods, fashion and related industries, taking time quarterly to participate in inspiration outings with team.
• Participate in seasonal Inspiration/Trend Meetings with team, presenting examples of inspiration and trend for discussion, review and relevance to brand.
• Participate in all Line Kick Off and Review meetings, presenting product concepts to Buyers, GMM and CEO for review and input.
Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design or related field and a minimum of five years relevant experience in developing fresh and innovative product designs.
• Ability to draw and create realistic interpretations, and create patterns in repeat. Desired background in fine art, painting, drawing or sculpture.
• Demonstrated passion for Paper Source, our products, and a desire to design products that result in the ability to engage our customers in our motto: Do Something Creative Every Day, and the ability to keep up to date on current trends.
• Expert proficiency in Photoshop, Adobe In Design and Illustrator, with knowledge of various paper printing processes.
• Experience in prepress, prep and prepare files for print (preflight) and building final files for output; overseas experience is a plus.
• Ability to thrive and be a team player in a fast paced entrepreneurial environment within a small growing organization.
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