Graphic Designer

Job Type

Full-time

Description

GRAPHIC DESIGNERAt Merchology, we are more than a company. We’re a company with meaning.

Mur-chol-uh-jee | The science of company merch; the skill of creating and delivering custom-branded apparel and corporate gifts around the world.

Merchology is a leading eCommerce retailer in B2B sales of co-branded merchandise including apparel, headwear, drinkware, gifts, and accessories. We are family-owned, people-powered, and we are adding to our #MerchFam at our newly-renovated HQ in Plymouth, MN. Come see why we are a three-time Star Tribune Top Workplaces award winner!

Merchology seeks a Graphic Designer for our Marketing team. Reporting to the Art Director, the Graphic Designer is a critical role that will collaborate cross-functionally to design brand-conscious assets and artwork that further the Mission, Vision, and Values of Merchology to our internal and external partners.

Primary Responsibilities

A successful Graphic Designer will show skill in the following areas:

Digital Design

• Design and develop creative assets to support business goals
• Collaborate with Marketing department for overall design needs and provide as needed support for business development digital asset creation
• Design for web including desktop, mobile, tablet, email, display ads, and social media assets
• Work with Creative Manager to execute designs based on cross-platform editorial calendars that sync with the strategy and seasonality of the business
• Continuously improve by capturing, analyzing, and acting on the appropriate design data, metrics, insights, and best practices
• Create ads and ad variations for cross channel digital advertising efforts
• Edit photos including retouching, color correction, product mockups, etc.
• Design marketing assets for sales team including Google Slide decks, flyers, editable templates, and print materials
  
  

Email Marketing Execution

• Use best practices to assist with email creation in a marketing automation platform
  
  

Social Media Execution

• Assist with the design, editing, and publishing of daily social media content (text, images, video, etc.)
• Build meaningful connections with Merchology customers and prospects to encourage community members to take action
  
  

Additional Responsibilities

• Assist with print design and layout projects
• Assist with internal product photography
• Help support various aspects of overall company branding
  
  

Requirements

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s or Associate’s degree or equivalent experience in graphic design, marketing, communications, digital content creation or related field
• Extensive experience working in the Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Lightroom, etc.)
• Experience working in social media, email marketing, and digital media
• Copywriting, copy editing, presentation, and communication skills
• Understanding of marketing email design best practices across desktop, mobile, and tablet
• Demonstrate ability to apply analytical skills to content creation
• Desire and ability to work autonomously and meet deadlines
• Enthusiasm and flexibility for working in a high-growth, highly adaptive environment
  
  

Nice To Have Skills

• Experience working in an email marketing automation tool (HubSpot, Klaviyo, Marketo, Pardot, etc.)
• Analytics experience (Google Analytics, social media analytics tools, email analytics)
• Experience with multi-platform digital marketing and advertising campaigns
• Photography skills and knowledge of photography best practices
  
  

What We Offer

In addition to an outstanding creative culture, authentically nice people, and interesting work, we have:

• Generous PTO (18 days per year)
• 7 company-paid holidays
• Hybrid work schedule
• 40 hours of paid volunteer time
• 401k with match
• Medical and dental insurance options, FSA, and HSA
• Company-paid life insurance
• Company-sponsored social events
• Premium brand partner discounts
• Employee-led Committees in Social Events, Wellness, DE&I and Giveback
  
  

LOCATION

• 3000 Niagara Lane North, Plymouth, MN 55447
• Remote hybrid role: Three days onsite (Monday and Wednesday required) and two optional remote days - there is no option for fully remote work.
  
  

INDUSTRY

Business to Business eCommerce and Apparel

Merchology is an equal opportunity employer and certified Disability-owned Business Enterprise. We celebrate diversity and are committed to a workplace where personal and professional growth are achieved through inclusion. If you require disability resources to submit your application, please email [email protected] for assistance.