Company Description
To tell the story of North 40 Outfitters is to tell a success story of the people of the Northwest. We do what we love, and love what we do because we’re passionate. We’re dedicated. We give it all we’ve got and then we get up in the morning and do it all over again. We’re farmers and ranchers. We’re barrel racers and river chasers. We’re honest. We’re helpful. And our families, our friends, and our communities are everything. This is us. This is who we are. It’s what we do every day.
Our Values:
- Embrace Authenticity
- Encourage Transparency
- Promote Learning
- Build Trust
- Earn Respect
- Deliver Value
- Serve Our Customers
Job Description
North 40 Outfitters in Great Falls, MT is looking to hire a Full-Time Salary Graphic Designer to join our team. We believe that each team member plays a vital role in the success of our company. We are looking for authentic and enthusiastic people who love our lifestyle and believe in service before self. As a Graphic Designer you are responsible for the design, development, and execution of original content and layouts for multiple projects, collaborating with other marketing team members to ensure strong and consistent design and delivery of campaigns across various channels, including e-mail, website, social and other digital platforms. This role applies creative and technical expertise to work that encompasses a variety of styles, purposes, tones, formats, deadlines and delivery methods, including print, digital, and online.
This full-time position requires the ability to work on-site and all scheduled shifts between the business hours of Mon-Fri 8 am to 5 pm. This shift can include working weekends and certain holidays and will require flexibility in scheduling based on business needs.
Qualifications
Graphic Design
- Design variety of layouts, identify and select style and composition of photographs, in order to execute vision for a variety of delivery methods, including but not limited to signage, mailers, flyers, postcards, truck wraps, and billboards.
- Create original graphics and other visuals to produce digital signage, advertisement and other content to live on social media and online displays.
- Tailor graphics to fit a variety of layouts for print and digital advertisements.
- Leverage marketing collateral, such as banner ads, direct mailers, billboards, etc., to tell a story and create an experience that drive the audience to action.
- Responsible for developing creatives and proofs that are brand-focused, audience-centric, and effective.
- Develop and share brand standards across the organization (font, tone, style, feel).
- Produce variety of internal resources including but not limited to posters, yard book and signage guide.
Communication
- Participate in brainstorming sessions with focus on design, inspiration, copywrite, projects, campaigns, and audience.
- Collaborate with team members, website, email, photographers, buyers, social media, and vendors on design and delivery of campaigns.
- Capitalize on in-house photographers by communicating vision and providing direction as needed.
- Pitch proofs to key stakeholders and Marketing Manager.
Research
- Develop an understanding of vendors, products and target audiences.
- Work with Buyers to resolve any substantive questions and ensure clarity regarding products.
- Check product pricing, SKUs, visuals, information, etc., in assigned projects for accuracy.
Copywrite
- Develop differentiated and compelling features/messaging that is tailored for target audience.
- Work with marketing team, Buyers and vendors to resolve any substantive questions and ensure clarity in text, keeping in mind the communication medium (print, digital, online, etc.). Rewrite and copy-fit text as needed. Ensure final approval of Marketing Manager as needed.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, marketing, or a related field; or equivalent relevant experience.
- Minimum of 2-5 years of graphic design experience executing graphic design projects of all sizes from concept to completion preferred.
- Mastery or proficient with Adobe Creative Suite: InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Acrobat, etc.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Suite: Excel, Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook.
- Creative and innovative thinker with an eye for visual presentation.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, managing several projects simultaneously within set deadlines.
- High level of responsiveness and ability to adapt to change.
- Organizational skills with attention to detail.
- Strong collaborator with ability to build relationships.
Additional Information
BENEFITS & COMPENSATION
We offer a competitive wage, a rewarding work environment, and generous benefits and perks such as paid holidays, a 401(k) option, Health Savings Accounts (HSAs), medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, and a phenomenal employee discount on all products North 40 sells.
North 40 Outfitters is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.