Graphic Designer, Sr Temp (Retail)

TL;DR

Senior Graphic Designer (Retail): Developing creative strategy and direction for direct mail catalogs, print media, and in-store signage with an accent on direct marketing and brand consistency. Focus on leading the creative process from ideation to execution, managing high-level concepts, and art directing photography for a national retail brand.

Location: Remote anywhere

Salary: $50.57 per hour

Company

A national tool retailer with over 1,600 stores in 48 states, combining the scale of an $8 billion corporation with a start-up energy.

What you will do

• Develop creative strategy and direction for direct mail catalogs, national print media, and in-store events.
• Design creative mock-ups and maintain a pipeline of new ideas for all print channels to support brand objectives.
• Conceive and execute designs for billboards, email, and online advertising in digital environments.
• Present creative concepts and strategy to executive leadership, including the CEO, COO, and VPs.
• Develop and maintain a standardized style guide for all print media used by production and photography teams.
• Collaborate with Marketing, Merchandising, and Retail divisions to ensure messaging remains fresh and relevant.

Requirements

• B.A. degree in Graphic Design or a related field.
• 7+ years of professional experience as a Designer in retail, catalog, or multi-channel environments.
• High proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator) within a MAC environment.
• Strong background in art directing photography and product preparation.
• Demonstrated understanding of direct response and direct marketing that drives consumer behavior.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced publishing environment managing multiple concurrent projects.

Nice to have

• A combination of Business-to-Business (B2B) and Business-to-Consumer (B2C) direct marketing experience.

Culture & Benefits

• Full remote flexibility (Remote anywhere).
• Paid sick time accrual up to 64 hours per year.
• 100 hours of paid holiday time.
• Collaborative environment that values diverse ideas from various stakeholders.