Senior Graphic Designer

WAHL EMPOWERS PEOPLE TO BE THEIR BEST!

Wahl Clipper Corporation, a global manufacturer of branded Consumer and Professional products, has an exciting opportunity for a Senior Graphic Designer on our US Professional Marketing team.

The US Sr. Graphic Designer for Wahl Professional is responsible for managing, designing, and delivering marketing communication materials against the design needs of the brand, including digital, social, print, retail, tradeshows, and website.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• This small, but mighty in-house team services stakeholders across the business, including Executives, Sales, Marketing as well as providing support to external agencies
• Working closely with Creative Lead, create a variety of print assets, such as event signage, flyers, product packaging and other print collateral and digital assets, such as web graphics, social media, video and PowerPoint presentations
• Design product catalogs for both print and digital publication
• Writes engaging and persuasive headlines, product descriptions and collateral for all consumer communications
• Contributes to the development of compelling copy that differentiates the Wahl Professional brand and stays true to the brand voice and attributes
• Conceptualize, design, and produce high quality content for Wahl Professional social channels that convey appropriate messaging to chosen target audiences
• Follows Global Brand design guidance and instruction to ensure all work meets design standards and expectations
• Manages multiple projects from concept to completion under tight deadlines and budget constraints
• Consistently research, identify and share current design trends and competitive reviews as they relate to the brand
• Demonstrates strong aesthetic skills with the ability to combine various design disciplines (color theory, typography, contrast, balance, repetition, alignment, etc.) to create high-value campaigns
• Provide quality control including proofing, reviewing, measuring, and evaluating creative output performance
• Promote continual creative improvement and actively contribute to a culture of innovation, excellence, and accountability

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS:

• 7 years of experience in a creative development role
• Associates degree or equivalent experience in graphic design
• A full portfolio demonstrating work in print, web design, motion graphics, social, and other forms of media is a must
• Demonstrated expertise in the areas of layout, graphic design, typography, print design, brand development, interactive design, user-centered experience design, marketing, and the creative process
• Able to present ideas clearly and succinctly
• Strong knowledge of 360 campaign development and creative process
• Ability to succeed in a fast-paced environment
• A passion for brilliant copy and beautiful design
• Proven experience with InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Adobe Suite, MS Word, PPT, and Excel.
• Ability to juggle multiple projects while maintaining a clear sense of priorities.
• Must be highly creative, organized, detail-oriented
• An appreciation and respect for the diversity of all individuals in the workplace along with modeling the Company's values of integrity, teamwork, innovation, and continuous improvement

Why Wahl?

We are proud to celebrate over 100 years as the standard for grooming products used by barbers and hairdressers all over the world. Professionals and home users have relied on our innovative clippers, trimmers and personal care products for an entire century.

Today, the fourth generation of the Wahl Family remains deeply rooted in the daily operations and management of the organization. Living beyond the footsteps of their great-grandfather, the family continues to ensure that everything that Wahl produces aligns with the same core family values.

When you work at Wahl, you join a community that is proud of its heritage of excellence and ground-breaking innovations and a company that focuses on creating value for the customer and long-term growth.

Perks & Benefits:

• BCBSIL Medical coverage offered as low as $14 per week, INCLUDING pharmacy
• In & Out-of-network BCBSIL Dental coverage, with orthodontics for as low as $6 per week
• In & Out-of-network BCBSIL by EyeMed, Vision coverage, $3 per week for family coverage
• Free onsite clinic featuring a Nurse Practitioner, a Physical Therapist, and free lab services
• Employer funded health savings account -up to $2000!
• Biometric testing with wellness credits
• 401(k) and Roth 401(k) with generous company match
• Profit Sharing
• Tuition Reimbursement program - up to $10,000 per calendar year
• Scholarship Program
• Daycare discounts
• Free Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with legal consultative services and discounts
• Company paid Life Insurance
• Company paid Short-Term Disability/Long Term Disability
• 10 paid holidays per year
• Casual work environment

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