Graphic Designer - Retail

Overview

Must be able to come on site 2 days a week in Kohler, WI

Associate will be responsible for the development of communications projects specific to the Retail Kitchen and Bath channel for both KOHLER and STERLING brands. This individual will be self-motivated with strong creative and production skills. They will be required to take projects through completion with a concentrated effort in design, layout, and typography.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:
This role will execute hybrid creative projects, requiring a mix of graphic design thinking and execution skills combined with strong production skills. This is a high volume, fast paced position and the ideal candidate will be able to manage multiple projects, and projects with multiple components simultaneously.

This role specifically supports the North American retail sales channel of the Kitchen and Bath business division. Working under the direction of senior creative team members and with account and project managers, this individual will be focused on deliverables specific to Kohler’s North American retail customers (i.e. The Home Depot, Lowe’s, Costco, Sam’s Club, etc). The type of projects and deliverables for the retail channel include literature, packaging, 2D and 3D merchandising displays, environmental graphics/signage, point-of-sale materials, sales and training collateral materials, and digital content.

The candidate we are seeking must have the following:
• Strong design sensibility and understanding of typography.
• Strong production skills and thorough understanding print production.
• Strong digital production skills and understanding of specs and output needs for the web.
• Ability to take verbal and written direction, with impeccably high attention to detail.
• Ability to work well with a diverse group of individuals, both on-site and remote.
• Ability to work closely with Art Directors, Copywriters and Account Service team to ensure a clear understanding of strategic and creative direction of each project.
• Work closely with Print Management team and vendors to ensure project will produce accurately.
• Ability to manage multiple projects concurrently.
• Proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, and Mac OS.
• Proficiency in Adobe Dimension, Microsoft Teams, and Adobe Workfront is a plus.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS
BFA/BA in Graphic Design/Commercial Art and 3-5 years Graphic Design experience in an advertising agency, design studio or corporate in-house department.