Graphic Designer

Job Title: Graphic Designer

Reports to: Advertising Manager

Status: Non-Exempt

Summary:

The Graphic Designer will work as a team member within the Lewis advertising department to create cohesive marketing campaigns company wide. The Graphic Designer will collaborate with a variety of people including store managers, pharmacists, office personnel, and outside agencies.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Input and output of merchandise signs and distribution of signs to appropriate locations
• Order and maintain proper inventory for merchandise signs (paper, toner, etc.)
• Design and execute the corporate newsletter
• Create designs for interior store images, store banners, event POP, etc.
• Manage updates to the company website
• Design weekly sales flyers and ads
• Create logos and monograms for corporate use
• Upload information to store marquees
• Provide support to the advertising team and sales team (Category Managers)
• Answer phone calls and emails in a timely manner
• Other duties as assigned by manager

Employee Role Expectations:

• Ability to multitask
• Ability to work well with others and/or independently as needed
• Ability to meet deadlines
• Basic digital photography skills
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word & Excel
• Knowledge of InDesign CS software
• General interest in learning new technologies
• Must have artistic sensibility and the ability to visually communicate
• Ability to create and provide new ideas
• Must be open to receiving and providing constructive criticism

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree in Graphic Design preferred
• Retail experience helpful but not required
• Experience with social media marketing
• High level of attention to detail and organizational skills
• Effective written and verbal communication skills

Physical Requirements

• Must be able to remain in a stationary position approximately 75% of the time
• Must be able to operate a computer and other office equipment constantly
• Must be able to lift 50 lbs. occasionally and up to 20 lbs. frequently