Position Summary:

• This procedure describes the basic functions, reporting relationships, authority, and responsibilities of the Graphic Designer at S&P USA.
• The Job Description provides the performance criteria for the position. It also states the Job Requirements as required by the Americans with Disabilities Act.
• The person occupying the position of Graphic Designer supports the work of the marketing team on projects directed at maximizing company profits and help in developing sales strategies or marketing campaigns using traditional and digital marketing methods. This individual will create visual text and imagery concepts, by hand or using computer software to communicate ideas that inspire, inform, or captivate customers. This individual will develop the overall layout and production design for advertisements, brochures, flyers, presentations, reports, etc. The Graphic Designer will apply art, design, and copy layout skills to create visually engaging concepts such as logos, promotional and branding materials, communication media, and other print and digital assets. They should possess the maturity, passion, and energy to collaborate with others on the team. This individual is someone who can see beyond what is presented and design something that excites and inspires but can appreciate that there is also a place for simple, clean, and eye-catching creative. The ideal candidate is a self-motivated team player who can work in a fast-paced, deadline driven environment and who is determined to make every project his or her absolute best.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for developing brochures, flyers, posters, logos, advertisements, banners, newsletters, infographics and other related marketing materials to be used in marketing campaigns.
• Design, edit, and/or proofread technical-oriented content for both digital and printed marketing such as submittals, catalogs, IOMs and spec sheets.
• Prepare all creative assets to be used in various marketing channels: email, social media, web, print, video, etc.
• Create relevant and eye-catching signage.
• Pitch creative ideas and collaborate with team members to launch projects.
• Provide thorough preparation for tradeshows, conferences and job fairs, including designing booth graphics, preparing marketing materials (printed and electronic), slideshows or videos.
• Create and prepare all marketing materials for print production and distribution.
• Updates and maintains price list and price book as necessary.
• Adheres to project deadlines, branding and graphic standards.
• Manage and organize company’s photography database.
• Stay up to date with industry developments and tools.
• Handle in-house printing of marketing materials as needed.
• Maintain online print portal (RDD) by approving users, assist with orders and site navigation, report order usage and liase with RDD rep.
• Assist in video and photoshoots as needed.
• Help with pulling, packing and shipping show products, giveaways and supplies.
• Update and maintain marketing files/database.
• Ensure that the Marketing Room is clean, organized and stocked with all supplies needed.
• Observe all company policies and procedures.
• Must be able to work additional hours to support the organization’s needs.
• Perform any other duties as may be assigned by the Director of Customer Experience.

Educational Requirements:

• Associates Degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred with major or significant coursework in Art, Graphic Design, or related discipline. Prefer at least one year of related experience.
• Customer service, customer solutions and/or sales experience a plus.
• Proficiency in the Windows environment and Microsoft Office Suite, Adobe Creative Suite and other design software required.
• Excellent communication (both written and verbal) and interpersonal skills required.
• Video and photography skills a plus.
• Organized with attention to detail.
• Effective decision making skills required.
• Ability to work independently or collaboratively as a member of a team.
• Ability to write routine reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals.
• Ability to read and interpret English documents, such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

Mental Requirements:

• Ability to communicate in English (read, write and speak) is required as the overwhelming majority of customers, vendors, co-workers, and suppliers communicate in this language.
• Reasoning ability is required to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form and to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations.
• Mathematical abilities to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals, as well as the ability to compute rate, ratio, percent, and to draw and interpret bar graphs.
• Ability to think creatively and innovatively.

Physical Requirements:

• The physical demands of the position are listed in accordance with the requirements of the ADA as:

Standing – up to three fourths of the time.

Walking – up to three fourths of the time.

Sitting – up to one fourth of the time.

Talking/Listening – up to three fourths of the time.

Use of hands – up to three fourths of the time.

Climb or Balance – up to one fourth of the time.

Stoop or Kneel – up to one fourth of the time.

Reach with arms – up to one fourth of the time.

• Body movements, lifting and exerting force – 50 pounds.
• The Senses necessary for the successful performance of this position are:

Hearing – the ability to communicate effectively.

Vision – the ability to record and prepare reports.

• The ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), such as eye protection, back protection, ear protection, etc. as necessary or required.
• Ability to safely and successfully perform the essential job functions consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards, including meeting qualitative and/or quantitative productivity standards.
• Ability to maintain regular, punctual attendance consistent with the ADA, FMLA, and other federal, state, and local standards.

Environmental Conditions:

The environmental conditions of the area in which the person shall perform his/her duties consist of ambient temperature variations, dust, fumes, and elevated noise levels found in a manufacturing environment in this geographical area.