Media Designer

We are trying to find Media Designer to join our Marketing team. You will report to the Communications Manager and be responsible for promoting Blum products and services to our sales team, kitchen & bath designers, Blum customers and the general public by creating literature and marketing materials.

Job Responsibilities

• Create, design and develop graphics and other materials for trade shows, events, customer activities, etc.
• Works collaboratively with marketing associates to produce marketing materials as requested
• Manage projects from concept to print
• Organize, maintain and archive hard copy material and electronic files according to department procedures
• Conduct editing and consistency checks for style and formatting accuracy
• Create and maintain internal branding and marketing materials
• Maintain productive relationships with all printer and vendor suppliers
• Possess the ability to adjust between technical and creative projects as required
• Technical – Experience using Adobe Creative Suite software with proficiency in InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop and Acrobat
• Technical – Proficient in Microsoft applications and strong computer skills
• Trustworthy – Experience working with proprietary materials a plus
• Time Management – Strong organizational and time management skills and an ability to establish priorities
• Openness – Enjoy learning the various technical specifications of a diverse product offering
• Openness – Ability and willingness to learn new software
• Self-structure – Ability to work independently and with others in a team atmosphere
• Creativity – Creatively plan and translate abstract concepts into effective visual form
• Thoroughness – Strong focus and attention to detail with a keen eye for consistency and high standard of excellence
• Thoroughness – Resourceful when searching for answers and solutions
• Communication – Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Gregariousness – Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with a customer service orientation

Job Requirements

• Minimum 2 years prior experience as Graphic Designer producing company specific technical catalogs, brochures, leaflets, and/or product bulletins is required
• Kitchen design experience a plus
• Prior experience working in the kitchen cabinet industry and associated markets is helpful
• Design – knowledge of design techniques, principles, tools, and instruments involved in the production and use of precision technical drawings
• Computers – knowledge of computer hardware and software applications including Adobe: InDesign, Acrobat, Photoshop, Illustrator, Microsoft: Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

• Effective verbal & written communication skills

• Taking a systematic approach to solving problems by analyzing all relevant facts/issues before determining the root cause
• Establish & maintain collaborative partnerships with individuals at all levels of the organization as well as key customers that support the business
• Ability to teach in a classroom or workshop environment
• Meet tight deadlines without sacrificing accuracy & attention to detail
• Proficient in Microsoft applications & ability to learn new software quickly
• Inspecting & evaluating the quality of work produced
• Strong organizational & time management skills & an ability to establish priorities

Benefits

Blum USA believes in offering their employees an excellent benefits package that includes:

• Salaried position
• Possible bonus opportunities
• Health (Medical and Dental)
• 401(k) with employee matching
• Flexible spending account to cover eligible out of pocket health, dental and vision expenses
• Three weeks vacation starting your second year on the job
• Paid sick leave (48 hours annually)
• Term life insurance equal to annual salary at no cost to employee
• And more!

Company Overview

For more than 60 years Blum has been manufacturing superior quality hinge systems, drawer runners, and lift systems that create emotion and enhance user convenience in the kitchen. With every product, we strive to develop solutions to ensure that cabinet doors and drawers open with ease, close softly and effortlessly, and make workflow and everyday kitchen use easier.

Over the decades our product range has grown and so has the company. Today, Blum has eight production plants in Austria, and manufacturing sites in Brazil, Poland, China and the United States. Approximately 9000 Blum employees all over the world concentrate on the vision of “perfecting motion” to satisfy the specific requirements of the end user, whether it is in the kitchen or in another living area of the home. This prerequisite is the source of all our product development and innovation.