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Lead Graphic Designer

We are seeking a talented and passionate Lead Graphic Designer to join our innovative marketing team at Badger. As the Lead Graphic Designer, you will play a pivotal role in creating visually captivating designs that communicate our Brand and resonate with our target audience. If you have a deep understanding of sustainable design principles, a flair for creativity, and a commitment to organic living, we would love to have you on our team.

Essential Responsibilities:

Creative Direction: Provide artistic direction and guidance, ensuring all visual elements align with our brand's values and aesthetics.
Visual Design: Create visually stunning designs for a wide range of marketing materials, including packaging, labels, digital assets, print collateral, advertisements, and social media graphics.
Brand Consistency: Maintain consistency in our brand's visual identity, including color palettes, typography, imagery, and sustainable design elements.
Collaborative Design: Work closely with the marketing team, copywriters, and other stakeholders to develop designs that effectively convey our brand's messages and meet campaign objectives.
Sustainable Design Practices: Incorporate sustainable design practices into all design deliverables, minimizing environmental impact and promoting eco-consciousness.
Quality Control: Conduct meticulous reviews of design deliverables to ensure accuracy, visual coherence, and adherence to project requirements and timelines.
Trend Awareness: Stay updated on design trends, emerging technologies, and sustainable packaging innovations to infuse fresh and innovative ideas into our brand's visual communication strategies.
Project Management: Efficiently manage multiple design projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines are met and deliverables are of the highest quality.
Team Leadership: Provide mentorship, feedback, and guidance to junior designers, fostering their growth and development in sustainable design practices.
Continuous Improvement: Proactively seek opportunities to enhance design processes, workflows, and sustainability initiatives within the team and contribute to our brand's mission of promoting organic and sustainable living.
Other duties, as assigned.

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or a related field (preferred)
Demonstrable experience as a graphic designer, showcasing a strong portfolio of sustainable design projects and experience in the CPG organic industry
Proficiency in industry-standard design software, such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
In-depth knowledge of sustainable design principles, including eco-friendly materials, packaging design, and environmentally conscious practices
Strong creative thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate our organic brand's concepts into visually compelling designs
Excellent attention to detail and the ability to maintain consistency and quality across various design deliverables
Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to effectively present and explain design concepts to stakeholders
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet tight deadlines
Leadership skills to provide guidance, mentorship, and feedback to junior designers in sustainable design practices
Familiarity with current design trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in sustainable graphic design

Physical Requirements:
Employees should be able to perform the essential functions of the job with or without reasonable accommodations

Generous Paid Time off
Free Organic Daily Lunches
Volunteer Paid Time Off
401k with Employer Match
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
Short Term & Long Term Disability
Wellness Resources
Employee discount

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What You Should Know About Lead Graphic Designer, W.S. Badger Company

At Badger, we’re excited to invite a skilled and passionate Lead Graphic Designer to our innovative marketing team! This is a fantastic opportunity for someone who thrives on creativity and is deeply committed to sustainable design principles. As our Lead Graphic Designer, you'll be at the forefront of our brand's visual storytelling, creating eye-catching designs that resonate with our audience and reflect our dedication to organic living. Your role will involve leading the creative direction of various marketing materials—from stunning packaging and labels to engaging digital assets and captivating social media graphics. You'll also ensure that our visual identity remains consistent and compelling across all platforms. Collaborating closely with our marketing specialists and copywriters, you will bring dynamic designs to life that effectively communicate our brand's ethos. A key aspect of this position is your commitment to incorporating sustainable design practices that align with our eco-conscious values. You'll manage multiple projects while mentoring junior designers, helping them grow in their craft. If you're ready to take your design career to the next level in a vibrant, environmentally-focused culture, we can’t wait to hear from you at Badger!

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What responsibilities does the Lead Graphic Designer at Badger have?

The Lead Graphic Designer at Badger is responsible for providing artistic direction, creating visually stunning designs across various marketing platforms, maintaining brand consistency, collaborating with team members, and ensuring all designs align with sustainable practices. You'll handle project management and quality control while mentoring junior designers.