Summary
The Graphic Designer will work with the Marketing Manager to understand the project needs and work from a creative brief to create design solutions with high visual impact for both Rocky brand divisions. Designs are required for a variety of products and activities, such as logos, print and digital advertising, catalogs, point of purchase materials, packaging, exhibits, displays, events, corporate communications, corporate identity, web, and social.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Duties and responsibilities include the following, other duties may be assigned:
- Work cohesively within a multi-departmental team that is responsible for the research, development and launch of new product collections.
- Actively participate in meetings and collaborate with all levels of the organization, to establish marketing strategies.
- Translate marketing objectives into creative strategies.
- Develop design briefs by gathering information and data.
- Execute creative projects related to marketing campaigns, from conception to completion - including but not limited to Point of Purchase (POP), packaging, print advertising, catalogs, line sheets, price lists and other similar collateral pieces.
- Work with vendors to secure accurate print and production quotes via clear quote request specifications.
- Work within the development timeline and process to design label and packaging materials for new products and distribute art and instructions to factories via a product line management enterprise tool.
- In conjunction with the Marketing Manager and Trade Show Coordinator, create national trade show graphics and materials.
- Manage and organize assets on marketing drive for efficient use – including artwork designs, presentations, lifestyle photography.
- Assist in all project administrative duties.
- Ensure graphics and messages are consistent with brand image and standards.
- Utilize a wide range of media to aid in design.
- Keep abreast of current trends and innovative technologies.
- Maintain expenses within the budget limits.
Qualifications
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
- Bachelor’s Degree (B.A.) or equivalent from a four-year college with course work in Graphic Design or marketing related courses; or four (4) to six (6) years of related experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Two (2) to three (3) years of related experience.
- Fluent in Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat, and Microsoft applications including PowerPoint.
- Superior communication skills including written, oral and presentation skills.
- Ability to multi-task, prioritize and meet deadlines.
- Knowledge and/or familiarity with the outdoor space is a plus
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent in Graphic Design, marketing-related studies, or equivalent education and experience
- Two to three years of related experience
- Fluency in Adobe Creative Suite, InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat, and Microsoft applications including PowerPoint
- Superior written, oral, communication, and presentation skills
- Ability to multitask, prioritize, and meet deadlines
- Knowledge of or familiarity with the outdoor industry
What We Do
Since its inception in 1932, Rocky Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ: RCKY) has grown into a global enterprise with distribution to more than 70 countries. The Global Headquarters, located in the historic town of Nelsonville, OH employs about 400 residents, with more than 2,800 employees worldwide, including offices in Westwood, MA, our own factory in Rock Island, IL and several international locations. The global Rocky Brands team operate in offices and facilities in Canada, China, Australia, United Kingdom, Puerto Rico, Dominican Republic and more. At Rocky Brands, Inc., we design, develop, manufacture and market premium quality footwear and apparel. We are focused on growing our brands through product innovation, targeted sponsorships and social interaction with our consumers. We market compelling brands with innovative product lines that enhance consumers’ life experiences, resulting in a lifetime loyalty to Rocky Brands, Inc. The Rocky Brands family of brands includes Rocky®, Georgia Boot®, Durango®, The Original Muck Boot Company®, XTRATUF®, Servus®, NEOS®, Ranger® and Lehigh Outfitters®. Our vision is to become a global leader in the apparel and footwear markets with increasingly profitable organic sales growth.
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