Associate Graphic Designer - Mid Level

NEFT Vodka USA, Inc. is a spirits import company headquartered in El Segundo, California with offices throughout the US. NEFT Vodka has gained recognition as one of the finest artisanal spirits, garnering numerous accolades from prestigious industry competitions. Our award-winning vodka, housed in the iconic NEFT barrel, comes in eco-friendly packaging with a reduced carbon footprint.

With the continued expansion of our business, we have an exciting opportunity for a hybrid mid-level Associate Graphic Designer in Austin, Texas with responsibility for developing design concepts independently, managing smaller projects, ensuring brand consistency across various materials, collaborating with clients and other team members, and often providing guidance to junior designers while still receiving direction from senior designers; essentially bridging the gap between entry-level and senior design roles with increased responsibility and creative autonomy.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Generate creative concepts and design layouts for various marketing materials including website graphics, social media posts, print ads, brochures, email campaigns, and presentations.
• Adapt designs to fit different platforms and formats while maintaining brand identity.
• Develop visual elements like illustrations, icons, and typography to enhance design impact.
• Collaborate with marketing and other teams to understand project objectives and translate them into effective visual designs.
• Create high-quality design assets using Adobe Creative Suite.
• Ensure design files are prepared for print and digital production, including color management and file formats.
• Stay updated on industry trends and design technologies to incorporate innovative solutions.
• Manage multiple design projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines and prioritizing tasks effectively.
• Communicate design concepts clearly to stakeholders through presentations and design reviews.
• Collaborate with other team members to ensure seamless integration of design elements across different projects.
• Work closely with marketing managers, copywriters, and other designers to align visual design with overall marketing strategy.
• Provide design support for internal and external clients, understanding their needs and delivering designs that meet their expectations.

Specific Skill Requirements:

· Strong understanding of visual design principles (color theory, typography, layout, and composition).

· Proven ability to multitask and prioritize effectively to meet deadlines.

· Strong problem-solving skills.

· Ability to think creatively and generate innovative design solutions.

· Flexibility to work on diverse projects across different mediums.

• Meticulous attention to detail to ensure design consistency and accuracy.

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills to effectively present design concepts.

· Ability to thrive in a collaborative and hybrid office environment.

· Conflict resolution.

· Possesses a good sense of humor.

Qualifications:

· 3-5 years of graphic design experience with a portfolio showcasing both traditional and digital media.

· Expert knowledge in Adobe CC (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).

· Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, Visual Communication or related field.

Preferred Skills:

· Experience with brochure, menu, retail display, and packaging design is a plus.

· Knowledge of video editing, 3-D imaging, and/or Figma is preferred; however, not required.

NEFT Global, Inc.; its subsidiary, NEFT Vodka USA, Inc.; and all other subsidiaries of NEFT Global, Inc. are committed to a continuing program of equal employment opportunity. All persons have equal employment opportunities with NEFT Global, Inc. and its subsidiaries regardless of their sex, race, color, age, religion, creed, sexual orientation, national origin or citizenship, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition (cancer or genetic characteristics), marital status, gender (including gender identity or gender expression), familial status, military or veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related conditions (or any other group or category within the framework of the applicable discrimination laws and regulations).

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $25.00 - $35.00 per hour

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Austin, TX 78723