Description

BEGA North America is a world-renowned manufacturer of architectural lighting, control, and furniture solutions.

Who we want to be

Companies create a vision statement to answer a very important question, where are we going? A vision statement says what the organization wishes to be like in some years’ time.  It’s usually drawn up by senior leadership to take thinking beyond day-to-day activity in both a clear and memorable way. Here at BEGA, our vision is to be the industry's premier provider of architectural outdoor lighting, control, and furniture solutions.

Why we exist

Companies create a mission statement to answer the most important question, why do we exist? Its aim is to provide focus for management and staff. Mission is synonymous with shared purpose and emphasizes how the organization should view and conduct itself. Our mission should find a way to express the organization’s impact on the lives of whomever we are trying to serve, and more importantly make them feel it! Here at BEGA, we have an unwavering commitment to quality above all, in our people, products, partners, and processes. Therefore, our mission is to build quality into everything we do.

Who we are

Why does a company take time to define its core values?  Because values govern behavior and describe our organization’s desired culture. 

• Fostering Trust – Everyone at BEGA is responsible for creating an environment of trust. To do this, each of us must have the freedom to communicate with anyone, and it must be safe for everyone to offer ideas.
• Building Community – We are a diverse community of passionate and self-driven individuals who act with integrity, treat people with kindness and respect, hold one another accountable to the highest standards, and collectively promote work-life balance.
• Embracing Growth – We embrace perpetual growth and development, continuous learning, and constant improvement, enabling the brand, the organization, and the individual to realize their full potential.
• Living Responsibly – We are committed to social responsibility and minimizing our impact on the environment over time. To deliver on this mission critical promise we take a balanced approach to people and the planet.

What we believe in

• Respect – we treat everyone with respect by being polite and kind.
• Integrity – we act with integrity by being honest and following our moral and ethical convictions.
• Ownership – we possess an orientation of ownership and a mentality that desires us all to thrive.

Accountability – we lead by example, always accountable for doing what we agreed we would do.

Qualifications

Position Profile

BEGA North America’s Marketing Communications team is poised to redefine B2B digital marketing. With a focus on customer-centricity, creativity, and measurable results, we aim to lead the industry through innovative strategies, compelling storytelling, and cutting-edge technology. Our goal is not just to adapt to the digital age but to set the standard for excellence in B2B marketing, driving growth and success for our clients, partners, and team alike. The Graphic Designer plays a pivotal role in this vision, tasked with providing graphic design solutions that elevate the company’s marketing efforts. The Graphic Designer will use knowledge of brand standards and current design best practices to create custom marketing pieces that inspire, inform and captivate customers. This dynamic position requires a blend of creative prowess and technical proficiency. Responsibilities include graphic design for diverse marketing materials, digital asset management, collaboration with internal teams, creative direction to guide the overall artistic vision, and maintaining high-quality standards for all design assets. Collaboration with cross-functional teams is required, ensuring brand consistency across various platforms. The ideal candidate is an exceptional communicator who can give and take constructive feedback, effectively collaborate with agents and staff, and prioritize workflow in a fast-paced environment.

Knowledge & Experience

• Successful completion of a BS/BA degree in graphic design, web design, or a related field is desired.
• Experience in lighting, furniture, or an adjacent construction industry is optimal.
• Candidates with professional training or industry certifications are preferred.
• Proficiency with industry-standard design tools and software (Web, Print and Video)
• Experience using data to drive creative decisions
• Experience with Salesforce/Pardot and Digital Asset Management systems (ex: Censhare) preferred
• Must have the capacity to learn and navigate software programs and business systems quickly.
• Know and use current web standards in order to take graphic designs into the digital realm
• Ability to prioritize work and move from one priority to another at any time, and to run multiple projects simultaneously, perform under pressure, and stay focused on the big picture
• Possesses the desire, capacity, and toolset necessary to drive continuous improvement.
• Must have strong problem-solving skills and an analytical approach to all tasks.
• Possesses a positive, professional attitude, and a willingness to be part of a team environment.

What You Will Do

• Graphic Design – Conceptualize and create visually compelling designs for various marketing materials, including but not limited to print collateral, digital assets, social media graphics and presentations, and technical documents. Collaborate enterprise wide to ensure consistency in brand messaging and visual identity across platforms. Stay updated on design trends and industry best practices to continually enhance the quality of graphic assets.
• Website Design & Content – Implement design changes, updates, and improvements to enhance website aesthetics and functionality, ensuring a seamless and user-friendly experience for visitors. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate content updates, new features, and technology advancements.
• Digital Asset Management – Responsible for efficiently managing our digital asset management system, ensuring organized storage, retrieval, and accessibility of all digital design assets, fostering streamlined workflows across the creative team.
• Collaboration – Work closely with other marketing functions, content creators, and product development teams to understand project requirements and objectives. Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute creative ideas to support marketing campaigns and initiatives. Provide guidance and mentorship to junior design team members and contractors, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment.
• Quality Assurance – Conduct regular audits of the website to identify and address any issues related to functionality, design, or user experience. Ensure all graphic materials meet high-quality standards and align with brand guidelines.

Performance Measurements

• Protect the BEGA brand in all projects and adhere to the brand guidelines, providing quality assurance of all creative deliverables
• Demonstrate a high standard of work ethic, professionalism, punctuality and reliability at all times.
• Challenge the process!  Evaluate, promote, and support continuous improvement every day. 
• Act with respect, integrity, ownership and accountability at all times
• Direct communication with collaborators, department managers and cross-functional teams to keep multiple projects moving forward
• Ensure all productivity standards and cost containment initiatives within Sales Service are met.
• Drive adoption and engagement of the BEGA Business System.

Leadership Principles

And finally, BEGA has put forth a set of governing principles. If values govern behavior, principles govern consequences, and we’ve established four principles to provide the entire organization with a set of hierarchical direction for decision making. First and foremost, as a leader at BEGA, you are the Brand. Be proud of it and protect it. Second, People are BEGA’s most valuable asset. Our decisions should always reflect this. Third, Safety is our first priority. Zero lost-time accidents is not a goal, it’s an expectation. And last but not least, we strive for Excellence in everything we do!


Position Dimensions

• Support creative/design requirements for 10-12 marketing campaigns per year
• Collaborate as a team member to provide additional support for Mar Com projects according to skills and experience
• Minimal travel requirements in support of team meetings and market engagement activities. 

Salary Range
$66,560 - $76,930 Annually depending on experience/qualifications reflects the negotiable range for hire. The top of the range $87,300 is reserved for salary advancement and growth for this position.


 

BEGA North America is headquartered in the heart of the picturesque “American Riviera” just south of Santa Barbara. Additionally, we have BEGA Campus 2 (BC2), which is part of a master-planned community known as Baseline located in Broomfield, Colorado. Baseline is a community created for people who are social by nature, who value experiences over things, and who regularly gaze west towards the Rockies to remind themselves why they live in Colorado. Both settings offer endless access to the outdoors with plenty of activities such as hiking, sailing, and mountain biking. We offer an attractive compensation package, including health care, 401(k), paid time off, educational reimbursement program, wellness programs, and a remarkable work environment.

Salary : $66,560 - $87,300