Graphic Designer

For over a century, Howes has been developing the highest quality, proven fuel additives and lubricants that clean, protect, and perform. Wendell V.C. Howes helped pioneer the additive market with his line of preventive maintenance products in 1920. Always keeping ahead of changing technology, Howes products continue to be the number one choice for independent owner operators as well as thousands of fleets and farms, who depend on them every day. At Howes, we’re committed to providing our customers with the absolute highest performing products for their vehicles and equipment. Proven to work and containing absolutely no alcohol or harmful solvents, customers can be confident that all Howes products are Tested. Trusted. GUARANTEED.

Are you looking for an exciting, full-time opportunity with excellent benefits, competitive pay, and a great team of co-workers? Howes is looking to add a Graphic Designer to our team. This is an onsite position at our office in North Kingstown, RI.

Job Summary:

The Graphic Designer will work closely with the Creative Manager to drive the company's creative direction. In this role, you will be responsible for creating visually compelling designs and engaging video content to support our brand, marketing campaigns, and digital platforms. You will work on various projects, including branding, social media graphics, motion graphics, video ads, and other multimedia content. The role will also assist with tradeshows, promotional and branding materials, email, and other print materials.

Duties/Responsibilities:

• Design and develop high-quality graphics, layouts, and visual elements for both digital and print materials.
• Create marketing materials such as social media graphics, website visuals, email templates, infographics, and branding elements.
• Lead the organic social media visual strategy to comply with the brand guidelines and social media best practices (YouTube, Facebook, Instagram).
• Work collaboratively with the marketing content team to enhance brand storytelling through visuals.
• Produce, edit, and animate engaging video content for social media, marketing campaigns, and promotional materials.
• Create motion graphics and animations using Adobe After Effects, Premiere Pro, or similar tools.
• Optimize videos for various platforms, including YouTube, Instagram, Facebook, and LinkedIn.
• Stay updated on video content trends and incorporate best practices to maximize audience engagement.
• Follow brand guidelines and current marketing campaign to layout and resize ads for social media, digital display, and print.
• Design and order materials such as signs, banners, print collateral, etc. for tradeshows, company events, and customers.
• Design and assist with company merchandise.
• Create marketing collateral to support sales initiatives.
• Track ad specifications and deadlines and traffic ads to agency partners.
• Manage multiple deadlines and maintain excellent communication with team members regarding project status.
• Assist in the printing and physical assembly of marketing materials as needed.
• Work cross-functionally to collaborate with marketing and sales team members.

Required Skills/Abilities:

• Proficient in Adobe Photoshop and Illustrator.
• Proficient in some version of Video Editing Software i.e., Premier Pro, Adobe After Effects etc.
• Experience in social media content creation and understanding of platform-specific video formats.
• Experience with motion graphics, animation, and video editing.
• Strong understanding of design principles, typography, color theory, and visual storytelling.
• Ability to conceptualize and execute multimedia content that aligns with brand goals.
• Excellent organizational, written, and verbal communication skills, with a proactive approach to follow-up.
• Positive attitude and strong interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment.
• Ability to work independently on an assignment.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite.
• A portfolio of related work is required to apply for this position.

Education and Experience:

• Associate degree in related field required, bachelor’s degree in related field preferred.
• 2-3 years of design experience required including proven experience as a Graphic Designer and Video Editor.
• Photography/videography experience preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift up to 15 pounds at times.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Associate (Required)

Experience:

• Graphic design: 2 years (Required)
• Video editing: 2 years (Required)
• Photography: 2 years (Preferred)
• Videography: 2 years (Preferred)

Ability to Commute:

• North Kingstown, RI 02852 (Required)

Work Location: In person