K&N Engineering is hiring: Senior Graphic Designer in Riverside

K&N Engineering, Inc. based in Riverside, CA, has an immediate need for a Senior Graphic Designer. This person will be responsible for concepting and designing a variety of print and digital assets for all K&N brands and product categories.Essential Duties & Responsibilities : Responsible for production of various marketing materials, including but not limited to : Art design from start to finish for various print and digital marketing materials such as knfilters.com website content, social media, internet reseller imagery, product packaging, brochures, flyers and P.O.P. pieces.Take part in the development and revision process of all Company packaging across multiple product lines and box types and sizes.Work with brand managers, copywriters, social media team, R&D, sales and other graphic artists to collaboratively accomplish all design goals.Create physical and digital samples of packaging concepts for internal and external presentations.Manage all processes related to pre-press production such as checking files for digital problems, color corrections, color specifications of PMS spots, images and text flowing and font setups.Create and maintain a complete library of electronic copies of all projects produced.Color correct, create clipping paths and export photographic elements for use on all print and digital collateral.Assistance with proofing and reviewing proofs from press.Extensive inter- and intra- departmental interaction is expected.Ensure visual consistency of packaging and creative assets via use of style guides and enforcement of established standards and best practices.Consistently look for ways to increase customer impact while reducing costs in packaging materials and printing expenses.Handle special projects when requested.Experience, Skills & Education : 5 years' experience in a similar role.Extensive hands-on experience with publishing software including Acrobat, Illustrator, Photoshop and InDesign is required.Experience with and ability to apply knowledge of printing processes and techniques.Ability to apply knowledge of Mac OS systems.Knowledge of photography specs and processing of images is required.Knowledge of Microsoft Office programs including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Outlook.Ability to balance quality and quantity of work.Additional Qualities Necessary : Must be very well organized, demonstrate the ability to prioritize and follow through on all tasks and projects with limited supervision.Have a strong attention to detail and ability to find and correct design problems.Ability to demonstrate excellent verbal and written communication skills with K&N personnel and / or vendors in a 1-on-1 or team situation.Strong portfolio of work that demonstrates print and digital art creation across a variety of product types and environments.Consistently present a positive K&N image.