Graphic Designer

$52,000 - $72,800/Yr

The Greysmith Companies - Providence, RI

Full-time - Mid Level

Providence, RI

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Graphic Designer position at The Greysmith Companies involves creating innovative product packaging designs for a growing consumer goods company. The role requires a blend of artistic talent and technical skills, with a focus on market research, collaboration with clients, and adherence to project timelines and budgets.

Responsibilities

• Take the initiative to do proper market research for designs/concepts.
• Keep up to date with all Company product lines.
• Provide research when presenting layouts and/or concepts to the client and review quality of final product before release.
• Attend press checks as needed and suggest improvements if required.
• Obtain cost estimates from outside vendors for review with Graphic Design Manager.
• Prepare initial project schedules with Graphic Design Manager.
• Generate mock-ups for clients on various product packaging.
• Review all final layouts and initial concepts with Graphic Design Manager and suggest possible improvements upon original client request.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in art or design and 3-4 years' experience in the graphics field working on multiple graphics programs or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Product packaging design experience is highly preferred.
• Ability to develop innovative ideas on a consistent basis.
• Must have a high level understanding of design principles and how they relate to package design and collateral.
• High understanding of color theory and how it applies to the different categories of design.
• Ability to present and support concepts in a clear and professional manner.
• Must be able to communicate effectively and professionally with internal clients and external vendors.
• Ability to produce large projects effectively, within budget and on time delivery.
• Must be highly proficient on software such as Adobe Creative Suite and various other programs.
• Maintain computer skills and proficiency on all departmental software; Stay up to date with on program enhancements & how they can translate into new innovative designs.
• Artistic talent, creativity, imagination, originality, visualization, and visual color distinction.
• Problem identification and resolution.
• Fluency of ideas and idea evaluation, critical thinking, analytical, time management, persuasion, negotiating, and prioritizing.
• Highly motivated, organized and team oriented.