Mid-Level Graphic Designer

Position Title: BHAKTA Spirits Mid-Level Graphic Designer

Location:

Full-Time, Poultney, VT

Join the dynamic Marketing team at BHAKTA Spirits as a mid-level Graphic Designer. In this role, you'll be responsible for creating engaging marketing assets, web designs, presentations, and sales materials that resonate with our target audience. Collaborating closely with our marketing and sales teams, you'll bring creative ideas to life while adhering to brand guidelines and project requirements. The ideal candidate will possess a strong foundation in graphic design principles, proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite Figma, and a keen eye for detail.

Outcomes

• Own and take ownership of the design function with minimal instruction
• Supports graphic design and some photography (with some light needs from the Content Producer)
• Work with marketing and sales to establish clear Branding for our New Product Introductions (NPIs) to the market
• Support the sales team through Figma and Canva to create editable tools for events, pitches, and in-store displays.
• Manage a queue of design requests that come in from across the organization
• Interact 1:1 with C-level executives to create key pitch decks
• Maintain a suite of templates to make sure all materials are consistent with brand guidelines
• Conceive and implement concepts, guidelines, and strategies in various creative projects and oversee them to completion
• Design and guide the implementation of various brand websites, social media, and email marketing campaigns
• Development of product labels and packaging concepts and see through production
• Manage print material strategies for sales, marketing, and events
  
  

Competencies

• Proficiency in graphic design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
• Understanding of design principles, including typography, color theory, and layout composition.
• Ability to create visually appealing marketing assets, web designs, presentations, and sales materials.
• Photography skills – Product and Lifestyle Focus or willingness to learn
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• Attention to detail and the ability to adhere to brand guidelines while maintaining creativity.
• Time management skills to meet deadlines and manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• Knowledge of industry trends and best practices in graphic design and digital marketing.
• Basic understanding of HTML/CSS and web design principles (depending on job requirements).
• Eagerness to learn and adapt to new technologies and design trends.
• A portfolio showcasing previous design work and creative projects is often required for evaluation.
  
  

Attributes

Strong cultural value fit as vetted by the CEO and Chief of Staff

• Creative Visionary– Able to take products and concepts and turn them into extraordinary visual experiences. Understands how to connect products and experiences to advertisements, campaigns and assets.
• Storytelling—A good storyteller will capture the imagination of their audience and leave them with something that can resonate with the audience long after the story is over. The creative director must be able to see the throughlines
• Self-Starter—A successful BHAKTA employee must have an entrepreneurial and enterprise mindset, having a sense of ownership of what they develop and deliver.
• Empathetic & Customer Obsessed—Must possess the ability to capture the emotions and desires of our target customers and visitors through imagery and copy.
• Trustworthy—Core principle of the BHAKTA Spirits team. Freely exchange ideas and thoughts without ego or pretense. Receptive and open to direction. Respects deadlines and commitments.
• Organized & proficient in Microsoft Office Products for organization and content distribution.
  
  

Skills

• Graphic Design 4 years preferred in Figma and Adobe CC
• Label and product design
• Photography
  
  

Salary & Benefits

• Competitive Salary - $60,000 commensurate with experience
• Full-time housing on campus
• Incentive compensation based on individual and company performance
• Comprehensive Employee Benefits Package
• Health (Company Partially Paid)
• Life Insurance $50k (Company Paid)
• 401K (Company Safe Harbor match)
• Vision & Dental (Employee Paid)
• Short- and Long-Term Disability (Employee Paid)
• Paid Time Off – 15 days (Accrued)
• Company Holidays – 12 (annually)
• Access to children's education for young families (acceptance based).
• Access to Waldron Gymnasium and Wellness Center.
• Employee Purchase Program – 50% off SRP on company products
  

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