Graphic Designer, Illustration

Le Creuset - Charleston, SC

Full-time - Mid Level

Charleston, SC

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About the position

This position is for a Graphic Designer specializing in Illustration at Le Creuset, based in Charleston, SC. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in 3D design, illustration, and storyboarding, with a passion for creating visually compelling content that aligns with the brand's identity. The role involves collaborating closely with the Senior Manager of Creative Production and other stakeholders to develop detailed product and package designs, striking page layouts, and engaging illustrative graphics. The designer will be responsible for creating detailed 3D models of cookware products, producing high-quality illustrations for various marketing materials, and developing storyboards for marketing campaigns and instructional videos. The position requires a keen eye for detail, strong technical skills, and the ability to manage multiple design projects simultaneously while ensuring timely delivery and adherence to project requirements. In addition to design responsibilities, the Graphic Designer will be expected to stay updated on industry trends and competitor activities, bringing fresh and innovative ideas to the team. The role also includes creating and maintaining detailed design documentation, ensuring brand consistency across all design outputs, and collaborating with various departments to conceptualize and execute design projects. The candidate should be enthusiastic about design and committed to producing high-quality work that elevates the Le Creuset brand.

Responsibilities

• Create detailed 3D models of cookware products for product development and marketing materials.
• Produce high-quality illustrations and graphics for packaging, manuals, promotional materials, and digital content.
• Develop detailed storyboards to visualize marketing campaigns, product demonstrations, and instructional videos.
• Design and organize page layouts for manuals, brochures, catalogs, and other printed and digital materials.
• Collaborate closely with the Creative Studio Director, product designers, marketing team, and other stakeholders on design projects.
• Ensure all design outputs align with the brand's visual identity and maintain consistency across different platforms and mediums.
• Stay updated on industry trends, design techniques, and competitor activities to bring fresh ideas to the team.
• Manage multiple design projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and adherence to project requirements.
• Create and maintain detailed design documentation, including specifications, guidelines, and project notes.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Industrial Design, Illustration, or a related field.
• 3+ years of professional experience in graphic design, focusing on 3D design, illustration, page layout, and storyboarding.
• Proficiency in 3D software (e.g., Adobe Substance) and Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop).
• Strong illustration skills with a keen eye for detail and aesthetics.
• Experience in creating detailed storyboards for video and animation projects.
• Excellent project management and organizational abilities.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.
• Ability to generate unique and engaging design concepts and bring them to life.
• High attention to detail and commitment to producing accurate and high-quality work.
• Strong team player with the ability to work collaboratively across departments.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing project requirements and priorities.

Nice-to-haves

• Familiarity with the cookware industry and an understanding of product design and development processes.

Benefits

• Incredible benefits package
• Generous employee discount
• Work/life balance with flexibility and resources to balance both