Digital Designer - Contract

Glen Raven is seeking an experienced digital-first creative designer, in a contract role, to support brand and sales initiatives through web, email and digital programs for our Trivantage brand. This designer will be versed in the customer journey, have forward-thinking vision on how digital can complement existing and new sales approaches, and is someone who can strategize and execute efficiently. While web and email will be primary areas of focus, consultation and collaboration on digital & social media will be paramount to help synergize the brand & customer experience across all touchpoints.

This role is best suited for a resourceful and collaborative designer, who thrives in understanding how their work can drive results. This candidate is excited by a growth-orientated environment and isn't afraid to challenge existing work and ask "why".

Experience working with B2B customers, multiple product lines & categories, and shares an understanding of distribution business models will be greatly valued.

The digital designer will be a part of a marketing & creative team, collaborating with an Art Director, Graphic Designers, Copywriters, Brand Activators, Marketers, Web & Customer Service teams as well as Agency Partners. This role carries a high degree of refinement, organization, consistency and front / back-end collaboration, while working under established brand standards - tailored for digital.

• This is a contract 1099 role, with an expected length of 3 months with possible extension

Responsibilities :

Responsible for interpreting creative briefs and work orders, fostering alignment with the Art Director, Designers, Web team members and Marketing Managers.Illustrates digital-first workflows primarily for web & email. Driving cohesion, conversion and improved customer experiences.Produces visually engaging content for digital platforms, working closely with Marketing & Creative to develop on-brand and eye-catching experiences.Builds presentations, mockups and production ready assets with a high degree of refinement, accuracy and consistency.Builds, resizes, and maintains templates to drive consistency and efficiency.Maintains a high-level of organization and archive of production ready artwork.Solves problems independently and troubleshoots solutions, consulting with the broader team for alignment.Occasional photo editing, retouching and graphic development.Supports creative production in all stages of concept and development, outlining production specsDelivers completed work within set timelines and submission datesResponds to direction, is resourceful, and provides feedback in a timely mannerCurrent with latest software, trends, designs and digital-tacticsEducation and Experience :

Degree in Design, Fine Arts or related field. Experience in the home and / or industrial categories is a plus.3-5 years professional design experience, with hands-on UI / UX experienceStrong creative, detail-oriented, multitasking and time management skillsExcellent written and verbal communication skillsAbility to understand business models and think creatively to deliver impactful conceptsForesight to put yourself in shoes of userEfficient in prototyping, mocking and testing designs against brief & problem to solveArticulate and comfortable 'selling' in recommended approachDisciplined in testing designers for usability and qualityExperienced in programming languages, Adobe CSuite, Figma, campaign platforms and project management softwareSignificant understanding of design principals, usability, typography, and industry standardsThe ability to remain cool under pressure and meet deadlinesHigh levels of initiative and resourcefulnessTeam player with a collaborative spirit; ability to work with dynamic teamsThe ability to manage multiple projects at onceThe ability to think on your own and solve production issues as they arise

The Trivantage brand is the nation's one-stop shop for fabrics, hardware, accessories, and expertise for the awning, marine, upholstery, shade sail, workroom and related industries. Trivantage offers over 9,000 products, including wholesale performance fabric by the yard, hardware, cordage, trim, thread, and more. Its best-in-class customer experience, hassle-free ordering, personalized service, and commitment to having the largest inventory are second to none in industries where orders must be done right the first time.

Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities

The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)