Senior Content Creator - GSC - US

Company:  

US6469 Sysco Payroll, Division of Sysco Resources Services, LLC

Zip Code:

77077

Minimum Level of Education:

Bachelor’s Degree

Minimum Years of Experience:

4 Years

Employment Type:

Full Time

Travel Percentage:  

COMPENSATION INFORMATION:

The pay range provided is not indicative of Sysco’s actual pay range but is merely algorithmic and provided for generalized comparison.  Factors that may be used to determine rate of pay include specific skills, work location, work experience and other individualized factors

Job Title: Sr. Content Creator                                                     Creative Services - Corporate

The Senior Content Creator will be responsible for producing original, thought provoking designs, layout and production of marketing collateral material.  This includes white papers, brochures, product briefs, pitchbooks, presentations, designing brand, promotion and other interactive campaigns from concept through execution.  Will work with the Director of Creative Services, other leaders in the marketing department as well as OpCos to develop creative ideas and concepts that have a high visual impact and meet the client’s objectives. Individual is a highly collaborative and able to work cohesively with all levels of the organization in a fast paced environment.

Duties and Responsibilities

This position is responsible for producing original, thought provoking designs, and content which includes marketing collateral that support the business objectives.  The role has responsibility for defining objectives, establishing project plans, timelines and completing tasks within established SLAs.  This position also has a key role in developing and adhering to standards, guidelines and imagery for Sysco-owned product or packaging artwork.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following.  Other duties may be assigned.

• Execute ideas from concept through production 
• Implement and ensure established brand identity across various platforms
• Work within established templates, ensuring brand adherence
• Manage multiple time-sensitive projects simultaneously
• Coordinate with marketing managers and internal clients
• Complete all work for a project within SLA guidelines, including final specs for design 
• Must be able to accept constructive criticism or rejection of design concepts.  

• Supports various Corporate and Operating Company teams by collaborating on the timely development and creation of product training and marketing materials to include point of sale, brochures, banners and other related collateral. 
• Must be able to work independently and constructively, according to strict timelines within SLAs, with a variety of stakeholders on the creation of tactical category collateral such as product specific brochures, catalogs, videos, and training assets.
• Develops packaging artwork standards and designs packaging vignettes and layouts for Sysco-owned trademarked packaging and proprietary assets.
• Responsible for system-wide asset uploads, tracking usage, and trouble-shooting any field designer issues.
• Informs and may manage the Image and Item data collection processes and resources for product imagery used in web-based and mobile order entry systems.
• Provides select image content and assists as needed with image manipulation for a variety of Sysco applications and programs.
• Completes select projects by coordinating with outside agencies, art services, printers, as needed.
• Maintains technical knowledge by attending design workshops (virtual or in-person); reviewing professional publications; participating in professional societies.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Indirect marketing vendor supervision

Qualifications:

• To perform this job successfully, an individual must be highly creative with a strong attention to detail.  The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• A passion for detail and forward-thinking creative solutions
• Ability to work in a multi-project, deadline-driven environment
• Possess an ability to effectively communicate and collaborate
• Ability to quickly work through multiple iterations of a design
• A go-getter with the ability to adapt to unforeseen project changes
• Demonstrate sound judgment regarding personal image and professional approach
• Energetic, innovative, and strong organizational skills
• Flexibility to work extra hours with little to no advance notification
• Able to apply constructive criticism to job execution and performance of team

Education and/or Experience

• Bachelor’s degree (BA) from four-year College or University
• 5 years of professional experience as a designer in-house, or with a marketing or advertising agency
• A thorough understanding of web- and print-based technologies and design, including HTML, page layout and advertising campaigns. This includes a general understanding of software programs such as InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator on a Mac-based platform.
• Other: Final Cut Pro, HTML, Flash, Microsoft suite

Personal Characteristics

• Flexibility to shift priorities and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
• Work well within tight deadlines in a team environment
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Maintain a positive work environment with high creative standards

• Ability to work with various levels of associates at the Corporate and OpCo level

Travel
No regular travel is required with this position.

Mathematical Skills:

Ability to calculate figures and amounts such as discounts, interest, commissions, proportions, percentages.

Reasoning Ability:

Ability to solve practical problems and deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where only limited standardization exists. Ability to interpret a variety of instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram or schedule form.

Physical Requirements:

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands and fingers, handle or feel objects, tools or controls, reach with hands and arms, talk or hear, and taste and smell. The employee is occasionally required to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.

Work Environment:

The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions of this job. An individual should contact his or her supervisor or the human resources department if he or she believes that an accommodation is needed.

BENEFITS INFORMATION:

For information on Sysco’s Benefits, please visit https://SyscoBenefits.com

OVERVIEW:

Sysco is the global leader in foodservice distribution. With over 71,000 colleagues and a fleet of over 13,000 vehicles, Sysco operates approximately 333 distribution facilities worldwide and serves more than 700,000 customer locations.

We offer our colleagues the opportunity to grow personally and professionally, to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization, and to serve others in a manner that exceeds their expectations. We’re looking for talented, hard-working individuals to join our team. Come grow with us and let us show you why Sysco is at the heart of food and service.

AFFIRMATIVE ACTION STATEMENT:

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States.

We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer, and consider qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran status or any other protected factor under federal, state or local law.

This opportunity is available through Sysco Corporation, its subsidiaries and affiliates.