Job description
*** MUST LIVE IN THE MINNEAPOLIS/ST. PAUL AREA ***
*** BEVERAGE INDUSTRY EXPERIENCE IS A BONUS ***
WHO WE ARE
At STILLY, we're more than just a beverage brand; we've created a unique category in the alcohol industry. As we continue to grow and innovate, we're seeking a talented Marketing Manager / Senior Graphic Designer to join our dynamic team.
We're seeking an innovative and dynamic Marketing Manager to join our team at Stilly. The ideal candidate will possess strong creative skills and a portfolio that showcases their passion for illustrative design and typography. This individual should have experience across various design platforms, including digital and print media, and excel at thinking outside the box to create brand awareness.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and Manage Marketing Initiatives
- Ensure timely delivery and high-quality output for all marketing efforts.
- Develop and execute creative strategies to enhance brand visibility and engagement.
- Oversee social media direction, creating compelling content that resonates with our audience.
- Manage a team, providing guidance and support to achieve marketing goals.
Design Development & Execution
- Craft visually compelling designs tailored to our brand's identity and target audience.
- Develop and maintain a consistent brand image and style guide across all materials.
- Ensure all designs are optimized for print and digital platforms, considering resolution, file size, and format specifics.
Video & Photo Editing
- Use Adobe Premiere to edit and produce high-quality video content for marketing campaigns, social media, and other platforms.
- Utilize Adobe Lightroom to enhance, retouch, and optimize photos, ensuring they align with our brand's aesthetic and standards.
- Collaborate with photographers and videographers, providing direction to achieve desired outcomes.
Collaboration & Strategy
- Work closely with the marketing and product teams to understand campaign objectives and deliver designs that effectively convey our messaging.
- Participate in brainstorming sessions, contributing creative ideas and design insights.
- Provide design recommendations based on current trends, market research, and brand positioning.
Media Optimization
- Understand various media platforms' requirements and limitations, ensuring designs are tailored for optimal viewing and engagement.
- Adapt designs for different formats, such as banners, posters, social media posts, email templates, etc.
Campaign Design
- Conceptualize and execute design elements for print, social media, and email campaigns, ensuring a cohesive look and feel across all touchpoints.
- Monitor the effectiveness of designs in campaigns, gathering feedback and making necessary adjustments for future initiatives.
Continuous Learning & Improvement
- Stay updated with the latest design trends, tools, and technologies to ensure STILLY's designs remain fresh and relevant.
- Seek feedback from peers and stakeholders, using it as an opportunity for growth and refinement of design skills.
Skills & Qualifications
- Proven experience in illustrative design and typography.
- Proficient in multiple design platforms for both digital and print media.
- Strong leadership skills with experience managing people and project timelines.
- Demonstrates the ability to think creatively and develop innovative marketing campaigns.
- Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or related field.
- 2-4 years of experience in graphic design.
- Advanced proficiency in Photoshop and Illustrator.
- Advanced video editing capabilities using Adobe Premiere.
- Advanced photo editing skills using Adobe Lightroom.
- Familiarity with the Adobe Creative Suite.
- Strong understanding of page layout, typography, white space management, and fundamental graphic design principles.
- Demonstrated experience crafting designs for print, social media, and email campaigns.
- Excellent communication skills with meticulous attention to detail.
- Highly organized with robust time-management capabilities.
- Enthusiastic about working in a small team environment and possesses a self-motivated drive.
- A portfolio of work is required.
If you are passionate about design and eager to make a significant impact in a creative and dynamic environment, we encourage you to apply!
By joining STILLY as a Graphic Designer, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping our brand's visual narrative. You'll ensure that every design element resonates with our audience and amplifies our brand's unique identity.
If you're excited about contributing to a brand redefining the adult beverage space and believe you have the skills to elevate our visual storytelling, we'd love to hear from you!
HOW TO APPLY
Please send us your resume and a cover letter to jobs@stilly.com. We are a fun and thriving team looking for someone who can be a good fit! Please include a portfolio of your work to show us what a rockstar you are. If you have an Instagram, behance, artstation, dribbble, etc … accounts - please share your handles!
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $69,623.00 - $84,399.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Experience:
- Graphic design: 3 years (Required)
- Adobe Creative Suite: 4 years (Required)
- Adobe Illustrator: 4 years (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Minneapolis-Saint Paul, MN (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Minneapolis-Saint Paul, MN: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person