What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr. Graphic Designer (San Diego, CA) position at Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank?
The Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank is currently hiring for a Full-Time, Exempt and benefited Sr. Graphics Designer.
ABOUT THE SAN DIEGO FOOD BANK
Established in 1977, the Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank is a critical component to the welfare of San Diego County, providing nutritious food to people in need, advocating for the hungry and educating the public about hunger-related issues. For more information about the organization, please visit www.sandiegofoodbank.org.
Our Mission: The Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank and our North County Food Bank Chapter provide nutritious food to people in need, advocate for the hungry, and educate the public about hunger-related issues.
DID YOU KNOW?
POSITION PURPOSE
Under the direction of the Corporate Sponsorships & Partnerships Director, the Graphic Designer will conceptualize, design, create and produce marketing, advertising, sponsorship and other public relations pieces that promote support for and utilization of the Food Bank’s vital hunger-relief programs. The Graphic Designer will work alongside cross-functional teams including communications, development, digital marketing, and programs to support the services, events, programs, and mission of the Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this position. All duties are expected to be performed in accordance with existing company policy and procedure. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
EDUCATION, TRAINING and EXPERIENCE
To fill the Graphic Designer role, a candidate must have graduated from a four-year college or university with a major in graphic design, advertising, marketing or a related field. In addition, candidates who have received 2 to 3 years of progressively responsible experience in a similar position or an equivalent combination of training and experience would be welcomed.
IDEAL CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate is a talented graphic designer who can take concepts and ideas and create visual representations, in both print and electronic media. Candidate will have mid-level to high-level understanding of graphic design and knowledge of related design platforms like Canva and Adobe suite of products. Preferred candidate will have 4-7 years of graphic design work in the creative or marketing field, either in for-profit or nonprofit organizations.
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES
Knowledge of:
Ability to:
LICENSES, CERTIFICATES, SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
COMPENSATION
WORK SCHEDULE
HOW TO APPLY
ABOUT THE SAN DIEGO FOOD BANK
Established in 1977, the Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank is a critical component to the welfare of San Diego County, providing nutritious food to people in need, advocating for the hungry and educating the public about hunger-related issues. For more information about the organization, please visit www.sandiegofoodbank.org.
Our Mission: The Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank and our North County Food Bank Chapter provide nutritious food to people in need, advocate for the hungry, and educate the public about hunger-related issues.
DID YOU KNOW?
- The San Diego Food Bank feeds approximately 400,000 people every month in partnership with 540 nonprofit community partners.
- We are the fourth largest independent food bank in the country.
- We distributed 44 million pounds of food in fiscal year 2021-2022; 31% of that food being fresh produce.
- We have a 99% rating on Charity Navigator.
- We are committed to innovation and sustainability to reduce our impact on the environment. We have 1,400 solar panels, we are LEED v4 Gold Certified, we have a 3,600 sq. ft composting and recycling center that houses our recycling and composting machine, and received the 2020 Business Waste Reduction & Recycling award?
POSITION PURPOSE
Under the direction of the Corporate Sponsorships & Partnerships Director, the Graphic Designer will conceptualize, design, create and produce marketing, advertising, sponsorship and other public relations pieces that promote support for and utilization of the Food Bank’s vital hunger-relief programs. The Graphic Designer will work alongside cross-functional teams including communications, development, digital marketing, and programs to support the services, events, programs, and mission of the Jacobs & Cushman San Diego Food Bank.
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES
The duties listed below are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to this position. All duties are expected to be performed in accordance with existing company policy and procedure. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Use visual concepts to communicate ideas to stakeholders and create layouts and production designs for a variety of applications, including print and digital advertisements, brochures, magazines, reports, posters, marketing materials, and website.
- Develop and maintain programmatic marketing materials that promote the Food Bank’s programs and services among its client population and those in need of food assistance and resources in the community.
- Assist with the creation of collateral for the organization’s major campaigns and special events, including, but not limited to the Food Bank’s annual gala, open house receptions, golf tournament, donor appreciation events, holiday food drive, summer food drive, fall food drive, and all other campaigns and events as directed.
- Support the Food Bank’s digital marketing strategies with graphics/creative in support of program-based content for e-blast and digital advertising campaigns targeting supporters, volunteers, donors, clients, and nonprofit partners.
- Create PowerPoint presentations with current messaging to be used by staff to communicate with key stakeholders including donors, volunteers and community partners.
- Responsible for management and upkeep of all San Diego Food Bank branded collateral including but not limited to branded tents, banners and evergreen posters used in community outreach.
- Maintain a frequently updated inventory list of available organizational print collateral (flyers, brochures, postcards, etc.) including program flyers, fundraising flyers and others.
- Manage the ordering process of Food Bank branded stationery to support the Food Bank’s development strategies, donor outreach and nonprofit partner communications.
- Work in tandem with other staff in the Marketing/Comms Department to manage and maintain the organization’s marketing assets, such as, electronic files for photos, brochures, flyers, HTML, email, etc.
- Use project tracking software such as Click Up or Excel to ensure timely delivery of marketing materials to meet assigned deadlines.
- Coordinate production with external vendors.
- Other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION, TRAINING and EXPERIENCE
To fill the Graphic Designer role, a candidate must have graduated from a four-year college or university with a major in graphic design, advertising, marketing or a related field. In addition, candidates who have received 2 to 3 years of progressively responsible experience in a similar position or an equivalent combination of training and experience would be welcomed.
IDEAL CANDIDATE
The ideal candidate is a talented graphic designer who can take concepts and ideas and create visual representations, in both print and electronic media. Candidate will have mid-level to high-level understanding of graphic design and knowledge of related design platforms like Canva and Adobe suite of products. Preferred candidate will have 4-7 years of graphic design work in the creative or marketing field, either in for-profit or nonprofit organizations.
SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE & ABILITIES
Knowledge of:
- Design software and technologies, such as InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, or Canva.
- Task and project management software and technologies such as Excel or Click Up.
- Advanced understanding of planning and implementing marketing campaigns.
- Basic understanding of social media legal guidelines.
- Correct English usage, including spelling, grammar and punctuation.
- Windows Operating Systems and Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Word).
Ability to:
- Think creatively.
- Work methodically and with a strong attention to detail in order to meet deadlines.
- Communicate clearly with a history of demonstrated strong communication skills.
- Work effectively with all levels of the organization including executive level staff and members of the Board of Directors.
- Work collaboratively and respectfully in a team atmosphere.
- Exercise tact, objectivity, sensitivity, strategy, and sound judgment with a variety of people in a variety of situations.
- Perform and function with minimal direction and oversight.
- Work effectively in a fast-paced office environment.
LICENSES, CERTIFICATES, SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
- A valid California Driver’s License
- Must have own vehicle and will receive monthly reimbursements for mileage.
COMPENSATION
- This is a full-time, Exempt /benefited position.
- A market level competitive salary is between $70,000 - $82,000, based on experience.
- The compensation package includes a competitive salary and an excellent benefits package including: 403(b) plan with 200% employer matching; excellent health care coverage with free employee medical, dental and vision plans; company paid term life insurance; and a generous accrual of paid vacation and sick leave.
WORK SCHEDULE
- Days and hours of work are Monday – Friday from 8:30 a.m. – 5:00pm
- This position may require earlier morning start times, OT, and weekend shifts.
HOW TO APPLY
- Interested and qualified candidates should apply on our career website located at https://www.theapplicantmanager.com/careers?co=jc
- Submissions missing a resume will not be considered for the position.
- Background check and drug test are required for the position before employment starts.
This is a non-management position
This is a regular full-time position
Salary : $70,000 - $82,000
