Sr. Graphic Designer

Apex Tool Group is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status.

The Blueprint (Role Profile)

We are currently seeking a full-time Sr. Graphic Designer to join our Creative Services team within our North American Hand Tools business in Apex, North Carolina. This candidate will have responsibilities to cover projects across multiple brands and channels. This candidate will work closely with marketing team members across the organization to create exciting creative materials to help grow our brands.

Come build your future with us!

The Build (Responsibilities)

• The Senior Graphic Designer is responsible for leading and directing creative concepts and implementing designs across multiple platforms that meet marketing strategies from concept to completion
• Expert knowledge of brand strategy, market trends, design methodology, and innovation
• Work with internal marketing teams to develop strategic design concepts for print, merchandising, packaging and digital
• Manage digital assets and perform project management responsibilities as it relates to assigned projects
• Design commercialization product launch materials including, but not limited to, product packaging, print ads, brochures, Point-of-Purchase, and trade show signage
• Conceptualize and develop compelling graphic icons and info graphics to explain product features and benefits
• Update and maintain product catalogs
• Support growth initiatives with creative ideas and input as needed
  
  

The Toolbox (Qualifications)

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design or related field
• Must have 7 years of graphic design experience
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite in a Mac Environment: InDesign; Creative Cloud; Illustrator; and Photoshop software
• Proficiency in of Microsoft Office including basic Word, Excel and Power Point skills
• Experience with content management systems is a plus
• Basic knowledge of HTML, CSS, and web development is a plus
• This position requires regular interaction with regional and global teams
• Must be willing to travel within US and globally as needed. Expect 5-10% travel time
• Portfolio showcasing designs skills is required
• Strong typography, layout, and design skills
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Ability to work on many projects at one time, while meeting established deadlines
• Creative mindset with ability to brainstorm and collaborate within a creative team
• Strong organizational skills – both in design and file management
• Able to take minimal direction to initiate and execute projects
• Excellent proofing skills and attention to detail
• Ability to be self-sufficient and find solutions to design challenges
• Keep up to date on marketing trends, brand strategy, and innovation
• Have a solid understanding of prepress techniques including working with die-lines and various packaging structures
• Have a solid understanding of CMYK and spot color print process. Ability to prepare digital files for print supplier
  
  

At Apex Tool Group (www.apextoolgroup.com), we build innovation. Each day, our associates strive to find new and exciting ways to help our customers solve their most complex challenges. By harnessing our global resources, unprecedented insights and spirit for service, we build more than just tools for the jobsite – we help build the future.

ATG is a global manufacturer of hand and power tools, tool storage and accessories, chain, and electronic soldering solutions with more than $1.2 billion in annual revenues. Our 6,700 associates around the world have built powerhouse brands like GEARWRENCH®, SATA®, Crescent®, Cleco®, Weller® and APEX®. Our brands are trusted by the professional trades and DIY enthusiasts alike. With our roots dating back to the 1800’s, our tools have driven technological advancements that drive efficiency, speed and safety for customers in a broad range of commercial and consumer markets.

As part of the ATG team, you will move fast, think globally, learn from your colleagues and grow your career. You’ll enjoy competitive benefits, a healthy work/life balance and have opportunities to give back to the communities we serve.

Our six core values - Customers Come First, Integrity in All We Do, Continuous Improvement, Innovation for Growth, Passion to Succeed and Best Talent, One Team - drive our daily decisions. Connect with us on social media to learn more – Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn and Twitter.

If your goal is to work where finding a better way never ends and your ideas become reality, join us and say #WeBuildATG!