Artist - Graphic Designer

Competitive Edge Advertising Specialty Mfg. Co. (Competitive Edge) is a large promotional products manufacturer and distributor located in Des Moines, Iowa and our extensive use of cutting edge technology makes us industry leaders. We have several websites and specialize in a wide variety of imprinted advertising specialty and promotional products. The Art Department is charged with enhancing the image of our company, as well as that of our clients.

We are seeking an Experienced Graphic Designer to join our Art Department in the design and layout of a variety of creative materials, including logos, t-shirts, catalogs, websites, marketing collateral and more. In this dynamic role you will apply your creative expertise to conceptualize, articulate, and present concepts.

Duties include, but are not limited to:

· Develop effective designs and layouts including logos, t-shirts, print and digital publications, catalogs, space ads, direct mail pieces, insert pieces, sample boxes, brochures, etc.

· Design and preparation of digital promotions including e-newsletters/e-blasts, websites, banners, social media, marketing collateral, etc.

· Create, clean up, or resize customer’s art and/or logos for various types of ad specialties and promotional products including artwork required for catalog orders.

· Create artwork for film output related to textile screen printing and digitizing of artwork for embroidery.

· Produce the artwork specifications for all ad specialty orders as described on art specification sheets or according to requirements described by salespersons or members of the management team.

· Prepare final original artwork to accompany purchase orders to vendors of imprinted ad specialty products.

Qualifications:

· Technical art or graphic design training or instruction; Associate Degree in Applied Arts, Graphic Design, or Commercial Art.

· At least 3 years experience of professional graphic design experience working with print, web, and digital media.

· Expertise in using Adobe Creative Suite

· Thorough knowledge of print, web, and digital production processes.

· Must have production skills including trapping color, textile color separation, etc.

· Capacity to work in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment.

· Ability to juggle multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines while paying impeccable attention to detail.

· Self-starter who works well independently and in a team environment with a strong interest in graphic design.

· Positive outlook and professionalism in all aspects of daily tasks.

We offer a competitive compensation package commensurate with knowledge and experience level. For consideration, please send resume with salary history and requirements. Please reference “Graphic Designer” in the subject line. EOE.