Graphic Designer

Who we are:
ColinKurtis Advertising and Design develops and designs strategic marketing solutions so that our clients
who value can create meaningful brand experiences for their customers. Here at CK, we focus on people
first—the people we work for and the people who work for us. We believe that when quality people do
amazing work for clients what we do, we all benefit.

Who you are:
A passionate, creative designer excited to join a growing and talented creative team. You have a well-
rounded portfolio which includes print, digital and video/motion graphic work examples across different
channels. You have an eye for detail, outstanding layout, design, typography, and production skills with
the keen ability to search for and find the perfect food photo. You have video and motion graphic
production skills and eager are to grow in that medium. You are proactive with the ability to work both
independently and collaboratively with a team. You are happy being in a supportive role and always
willing to learn and jump in wherever help is needed.

What you’ll be doing:

• Working in collaboration with creative directors and art directors to assist in developing creative campaigns and executions that carry out strategic goals and the creative vision
• Designing and developing creative for web, social media, EDMs, print and digital ad campaigns, collateral, branding, packaging, environmental, video, motion graphics and more
• Assisting the creative team with design, layout and production tasks such as image searching, layout revisions, file prepping, etc. 
• Continue to develop skill set and learn about our client’s industry, current trends, and the CK process and approach

Potential design assignments include:

• Download, crop/resize and prepare digital images for web
• Conduct stock photography searches
• Layout and resize print and digital ads to spec
• Email communications
• Websites
• Animated graphics
• Landing pages
• Tradeshow graphics
• Print, digital, and interactive collateral
• Infographics
• Presentations
• Video storyboarding
• Video editing
• Brand identity
• Packaging

What you should have:

• 5+ years or more graphic design experience in a fast-paced ad agency or marketing department
• A Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design or a related field
• A standout design portfolio that demonstrates the ability to concept and execute ideas
• The power to see the big picture and the small details
• An outstanding work ethic with the desire to continually grow and learn
• Self-motivation, time-management, and multi-tasking skills
• The ability to organize and manage multiple priorities
• Capacity to collaborate with other designers, as well as take direction
• The capability to adapt, understand and work within current agency processes
• Advanced skills in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, XD, etc.) applications a must. 
• Proficiency in Microsoft applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, etc)
• Experience working within and maintaining client identity standards across channels
• Basic understanding of web design 
• Excellent communication skills
• Video editing skills (Adobe Premiere, After Effects)

What’s even better?

• You have experience in: Food Ingredient, CPG, Food Service, Private Label, or Food & Beverage equipment industries from a B2B or CPG perspective
• You are up to date on the latest design and marketing trends.
• You’re not afraid to ask questions.
• Basic understanding of HTML (web updates, email creation).

Why ColinKurtis

When you work here, you’re always in the know and part of a team, because we share the big picture and work together on the small details that make us successful. We know it takes more to make a job awesome, so we provide more than the expected. We offer competitive salaries and top-of-the-line benefits including generous vacation time, subsidized health insurance and a 401k with up to 3% company match. You work for a reason, and that’s why we take great pride in providing opportunities that benefit you and the important people in your life. CK has grown a lot in 25 years and, with more great people like you, we’ll continue to grow. 

If this sounds like you, send us an email and be sure to include your resume and a link to your portfolio.

In-office, Hybrid or Remote available