DESCRIPTION OF EMPLOYER: Founded in 1901, Feeser’s Food Distributors is a family owned and operated full-line foodservice distributor located in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, that services the Mid-Atlantic region. Feeser’s provides an expansive offering of dry, refrigerated, and frozen products to a diverse customer base comprised of restaurants, healthcare facilities, educational facilities, and other institutions.

SUMMARY: The Graphic Designer will use industry computer software applications to prepare concepts for presentation, create dynamic solutions, and produce design files for execution to the appropriate channels. The Graphic Designer is responsible for, but not limited to, print and digital items used in marketing collateral, advertising, social media, corporate communications, and other wide-ranging marketing messages and publications for Feeser’s. Creativity, time management, critical thinking, and sound decision-making are important to this position.  

The Graphic Designer is responsible for the conceptualization and design of solutions for various projects. A designer executes the work directed by the Director of Creative and Marketing to generate comps, create layouts, and final art. This position takes instruction from the Director of Creative and Marketing and executes that direction accordingly to come up with the best creative conceptual and tactical solutions for Feeser’s. 
 

***This is a Hybrid position***

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Design print materials, including (but not limited to) flyers, brochures, booklets, magazines, postcards, displays, and 3-Dimensional pieces

Design digital materials, including (but not limited to) social media graphics, web banners, presentation slides, digital signage, and email blasts

Research industry-relevant topics and use social media “best practices” to create and maintain a social media strategy

Post content to digital platforms, including (but not limited to) LinkedIn, Instagram, and Facebook

Make website updates on “back-end” using specified platforms

Ensure consistent use of Feeser’s Brand Standards across all materials

Fulfill production workload as assigned by the Marketing Team accurately and on time.

Assume both design and production responsibility for projects

Provide creative input to Marketing Manager and Team when required

Attend meetings with other departments to provide input and support when needed

Package complete product, to spec, for third-party vendors.

Coordinate and supply production elements - files, samples, reference materials, and proofs as required

Maintain accurate and complete production files and records

Use professional programs (ex: Microsoft Teams) to coordinate, collaborate, and communicate with Team

Attend regular Marketing meetings for check-ins and discussing projects

Maintain an accurate and up-to-date calendar within professional software (ex: Microsoft Outlook or Teams)

Work with the Team and Marketing Manager to ensure a complete understanding of the production requirements for each assignment

Use project management software in accordance with current procedures to track project statuses and plan upcoming projects

SKILLS REQUIRED:

Strong visual communication skills, including the ability transform data into compelling visual concepts

Strong graphic design skills, including layout, typography, and color usage

Ability to analyze information for presentation in publications and other marketing media

Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite and additional design programs as required

Proficient in professional programs including Microsoft365 and Teams application

Broad knowledge of industry standards, as well as print and digital production

Strong written and oral communication skills

Ability to work on PC platforms

Working knowledge of social media platforms and “best practices”

Ability to write copy and proficiency in writing skills, such as using accurate spelling and grammar

Ability to research, gather information, relay information concisely to Team, and utilize information for projects

Strong public speaking and presentation skills

Strong attention to detail and accuracy

Ability to manage time efficiently

Deadline-oriented

Flexible and able to easily shift focus to priority projects

Resourceful and able to use provided tools, information, and resources to complete tasks

Able to work independently or in collaboration with Team

Photography and photo editing

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE:

An associate or bachelor's degree in graphic design or communications or related field

Two to five years of related professional experience in B2B marketing, foodservice, distribution, manufacturer or supplier marketing a plus

Strong portfolio demonstrating branding, print, digital, and marketing design projects

Home office environment that is free of distractions and equipped with adequate wifi connection

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:

Remaining in a stationary position, often standing or sitting for prolonged periods.

Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.

Communicating with others to exchange information.

Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.

Noisy environments.

Ability to physically stand, bend, squat, and lift equipment up to 20 pounds.

Must possess visual acuity, i.e., close, distance, and color vision, depth perception and the ability to adjust.

Feeser's, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Qualified women, minorities, and US military veterans are encouraged to apply.

Feeser's Food Distributors is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.

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