The Graphic Design and Marketing Assistant is responsible for all functions related to the areas of marketing and graphic design for the restaurant group comprising Waterman's Surfside Grille, Chix on the Beach, and The Shack on 8th. This position will be accountable for creating eye-catching, current graphics for a variety of purposes, ranging from event promotions to social media content to banners and signs. The ideal candidate will manage and execute projects from start to finish with creativity and professionalism.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Meet weekly with the management team to provide progress updates on various projects
• Maintain a creative project request task list and clearly communicate production timelines to the rest of the management team; manage multiple projects simultaneously and proactively reprioritize with Director of Operations and marketing liaison when necessary
• Remain current on marketing trends, including (but not limited to) website, social media, and video
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned by the Owner and Director of Operations, primarily including tasks in the fields outlined below:

Graphic Design

• Utilize design programs (preferably Adobe CC InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop) to support the development of our company culture, brand identity, and promotion of events, by producing marketing materials to include:
• Print collateral, such as promotional sales brochures, rack cards and posters, as well as large-scale signs and banners
• Web content, such as images for social media, email blasts, and websites
• Event graphics, to include concept design, social media assets, and/or logo(s) for festivals or annual parties

Marketing

• Develop and implement timely comprehensive marketing plans for recurring and annual events/promotions occurring at each business, utilizing the below resources:
• Print collateral, such as promotional sales brochures, rack cards and posters
• Web content, such as banners and images for social media & websites
• Email blasts about current events and promotions
• Sponsorship materials and presentations
• Outdoor banners and signage
• Generate or oversee timely production of all print materials with local or national printers, including but not limited to, marketing collateral, signage, and direct mail pieces
• Monitor and update all websites as needed, using the Wix platform

Project Management, Event Execution & Product Sourcing

• Work alongside the management team to plan large-scale annual festivals and events
• Attend planning meetings to discuss marketing strategies and graphic needs in the lead up to an event
• Present creative ways to market each event based on the specific target audience
• May occasionally be asked to source products un-related to an event

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor's degree in graphic design or other related field
• 3 years' experience in Graphic Design
• 1 year experience in marketing preferred
• Excellent multitasking abilities, exceptional organizational skills, and proven record in meeting deadlines
• Must possess strong work ethic and superb written and oral communication skills
• To be successful, the candidate must be a self-starter, able to take initiative, manage projects, solve problems, and work productively (both independently, and collaboratively) to deliver the best possible results in a creative way
• Proficiency with Adobe CC InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop is required.
• Proficiency with modern computer programs, social media platforms, email marketing tools, and Microsoft Office Suite is preferred.

Work Remotely

• No

Job Type: Full-time

Schedule:

• 9 hour shift

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Graphic Design: 3 year (Required)
• Adobe Creative Cloud: 3 year (Required)
• Content Creation: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Compensation details: 50000-55000 Yearly Salary

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