Sr. Graphic Designer (Remote) at Niagara Bottling

Job Description

At Niagara, we’re looking for Team Members who want to be part of achieving our mission to provide our customers the highest quality most affordable bottled water.

Consider Applying Here, If You Want To

Work in an entrepreneurial and dynamic environment with a chance to make an impact.
Develop lasting relationships with great people.
Have the opportunity to build a satisfying career.

We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages for our Team Members.

Sr. Graphic Designer (Remote)

We are looking for a rockstar designer with an impressive portfolio to join our Marketing team. The Sr. Graphic Designer will work closely with the Graphic Design Manager to design and develop collateral sales materials to support internal and external marketing efforts. In addition, the Sr. Graphic Designer will conceptualize engaging packaging artwork and manage production timelines in a fast-paced environment.

Niagara is a leading beverage manufacturing company that has been family-owned and operated since 1963. We’ve experienced rapid growth over the last 60+ years and know that our biggest competitive advantage is a team of employees dedicated to innovation, sustainability, and exceptional service.

Essential Functions

Supports day-to-day activities of the marketing department
Designs collateral and other items to support internal and external marketing efforts
Develops and completes packaging design from beginning stage to production-ready files
Creates conceptual designs for packaging, collateral materials and other projects that require creative artwork
Executes and applies brand style guide elements, including logo, product branding, typography, packaging, photography, video, ensuring consistency with brand positioning
Works with Legal and Compliance teams to ensure packaging graphics are in compliant
Works with Marketing team to supply creative updates for social media platforms
Supports Sales team with collateral including renderings, mockups and prototypes
Maintains knowledge of creative marketing trends and food and beverage best practices
Maintains organization of electronic project files
Independent brainstorming and team collaboration on product solutions and packaging
Mentors and assists junior designers
Attends press runs for clients as necessary
Please note this job description is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without prior notice.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:
6 Years – Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment
6 Years – Experience in Position
0 Years – Experience managing people/projects

experience may include a combination of work experience and education
Preferred Qualifications:
10+ Years– Experience in Field or similar manufacturing environment
10+ Years – Experience working in Position
2 Years – Experience managing people/projects
experience may include a combination of work experience and education
Competencies

Highly proficient in all industry leading software including Adobe Creative Suite (Primarily Illustrator & Photoshop)
Experience with 3D programs a plus.
7+ years of graphic design experience in many aspects of design (packaging, merchandising, POP, sales collateral, print, web, etc.)
Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced work environment
Exceptional attention to detail
Communicates effectively to manage expectations
Ability to work in a Mac environment
Understanding of multimedia/interactive design principles, ability to design for web, video and animation a plus.
Strong organization and time management skills
Highly collaborative team player, able to work proactively with multiple stakeholders
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Resourceful and creative thinker
Passion for design and knowledgeable on industry trends
Digital marketing and website development/management
Passion for fast paced, high growth environment

This position embodies the values of Niagara’s LIFE competency model, focusing on the following key drivers of success:

Lead Like an Owner
Effectively prioritizes tasks based on department goals
Shows respect to others and confronts interpersonal issues directly
Prioritizes resolution of customer issues effectively
Responds promptly and honors commitments to internal and external customers
InnovACT
Makes recommendations to continuously improve policies, methods, procedures, and/or products
Demonstrates adaptability by reacting appropriately to unexpected changes in situations or circumstances
Increases performance through greater efficiency
Find a Way
Seeks to develop technical knowledge through learning from other experts
Understands interdepartmental impact of individual decisions and actions
Seeks solutions rather than placing blame
Empowered to be Great
Consistently looks for ways to improve one’s self through growth and development opportunities
Communicates clearly and promptly
Education

Minimum Required:
Associate’s Degree in Fine Arts, graphic design coursework focused on branding, interactive design and typography
Preferred:
Bachelor’s Degree in Fine Arts, graphic design coursework focused on branding, interactive design and typography

Certification/License

Required: N/A
Preferred: N/A

Foreign Language

Required: None Required
Preferred: None Required

Typical Compensation Range

Pay Rate Type: Salary

$85,229.38 – $123,582.61 / Yearly

Benefits

https://careers.niagarawater.com/us/en/benefits

*Los Angeles County applicants only** Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, the California Fair Chance Act, and any other applicable local and state laws.

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Niagara Plant Name

CORP-OFFSITE