Marketing Design Associate

This primary purpose of this position is to provide high-quality graphic design and to take a lead role in the implementation of printing, mailing, and web projects for the organization. This position is responsible for increasing sales and building our brand identity through print and online collateral. In addition, this position is expected to assist with coordinating and implementing the overall strategies and communications of the department. A strong commitment to fair trade as a strategy to reduce poverty and empower low-income and marginalized people and a willingness to work closely with a team are required.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Sales/Marketing:

• Work with the team to gather data and strategize, then execute strong design of print and web materials including advertisements, postcards, direct mail pieces, store and church recruitment tools, annual reports, newsletters, product tags, web site and social media graphics, email graphics and more.
• Manage on-time and on-budget printing and delivery of materials and preparation of mail lists and distribution plan as main point of contact with vendors, mail houses, and Serrv’s operation center; issue purchase orders as required.
• Assist with development and implementation of our email schedule.
• Support production of catalog(s), newsletters and other collateral as needed including design elements, photography, layouts, writing, and proofing.
• Develop three 20-32 page catalogs/year from initial product list to the mail plan. This includes gathering and taking high-resolution photos, copy editing, layout and copy flow into InDesign, proofing, and print and schedule management.
• Responsible for in-house photography and editing of alternative web shots, special collection products, and seasonal promotion photos.
• Monitor print budgets, request quotes, record invoices and expenses, and develop cost projections.
• Monitor stock and usage of marketing materials.
• Create web-ready videos about Serrv, our products, and our partners.
• Support our social media outreach with content, research, graphics, writing, and posts.
• Organize print samples, and electronic archives of project records, artwork and images.
• Assist with personal outreach to store and church customers and prospects. Represent Serrv at various events as needed.

General:

• Will be asked to assist other departments with tasks from time to time. This position is expected to engage in ongoing market research and reflection to identify and recommend ways Serrv can improve and grow sales.
• Assist with office administration including stocking supplies, answering phones, and distributing mail.
• Other duties as assigned by Sales and Marketing Director, Marketing Communications Manager, Ecommerce Coordinator, and/or President/CEO.

Work Experience/Education:

• 1+ years of experience in a relevant position
• Experience working within a team and across departments in an office environment
• Fluency with Adobe Creative Suites software (including Photoshop and InDesign)
• Experience in production of four and one color materials and preparation of multi-page pieces for professional printing as well as web graphics
• Ability to follow technical design parameters for print and web collateral 
• Computer skills in Microsoft, including basic Excel functions
• Some coursework in graphic design required 
• College degree required

Other:

• Basic skills with video production or willingness to learn
• Photography experience 
• Experience with retail,
• Overseas travel a plus

Salary: $35.000 to 40.000 per year. Medical, Dental, Long Term Disability Insurance, 403b Retirement Plan, Fifteen Days Paid Vacation, Holidays: Seven (7) Full Days And Two (2) Half Days Of Paid Holidays Each Year. Sick Time: 40 Hours Of Sick Time After Six Months Of Continuous Employment.