Graphic Artist

Summary: As a Digital Graphic Designer, you will lead the creative development of both static and dynamic digital assets for one of the leading home improvement suppliers. Your primary focus will be creating innovative and engaging content, including video editing, to support the Digital Marketing and Ecommerce teams. You will collaborate with internal and offshore teams to produce high-quality graphic designs for websites and marketing campaigns. This role requires expertise in graphic design, video production, and UX/UI principles to drive customer engagement and elevate the brand’s visual identity.

Work Hours: Monday to Friday from 08:00 AM to 05:00 PM, 1 Saturday a month from 10:00 AM to 02:00 PM

Seniority Level: Associate

Employment Type: Full-time

Compensation: This salaried, exempt position pays from $70,000 to $85,000 per year. The estimated annual pay for new hires generally ranges from $70,000 to $85,000 or more, depending on experience, education level and annual bonuses.

To perform this job successfully, the individual must be able to complete the following essential duties and responsibilities:

• Take ownership of timelines and ensure promises made within the scope of the graphic team’s output are met.
• Collaborate deeply with the Studio Manager and cross-functional teams to establish and meet project deadlines.
• Develop and optimize workflows with our international graphic support team to enhance the graphics queue.
• Create compelling product and lifestyle videos.
• Design infographics to simplify complex stories into easy-to-understand visuals.
• Develop factual PDF documents meticulously tailored for accuracy and readability.
• Produce a suite of product images adhering to brand standards.Utilize cutting-edge AI tools to generate room scenes that tell the brand and product story.
• Stay updated on tools and methodologies to enhance workflows with software and AI innovations.
• Train team members in advanced software techniques and new methodologies.
• Perform rigorous quality checks to ensure all graphic and video assets meet strict brand and color standards.
• Ensure accurate color representation and UX/UI alignment in all assets.
• Partner with marketing, ecommerce, and product teams to deliver design solutions tailored to specific goals.
• Contribute to large-scale projects such as promotional campaigns, product image enhancements, and video production.
• Collaborate closely with sales team leadership to create visually compelling materials tailored for sales presentations and merchant meetings.
• Design customized infographics, charts, and slide decks that effectively communicate key messages and product benefits.
• Ensure all sales materials align with the brand’s visual identity and are optimized for audience engagement and clarity.
• Provide guidance to designers and offshore teams, including best practices in graphic design.
• Establish a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence.

Additionally the candidate must meet the following Education and Experience requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, Visual Arts, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3+ years of professional experience in graphic design, video production, or motion graphics.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro, After Effects).
• Strong video editing and motion graphics skills.
• Experience in video production and creating motion graphics for marketing and ecommerce platforms.
• Familiarity with UX/UI principles for both static and dynamic assets.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Creative problem-solving and conceptualization skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Proactive and self-motivated with the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• High attention to detail with a focus on delivering polished and professional outputs.
• Strong ability to analyze and interpret design briefs, turning them into high-quality assets.
• Consistent delivery of high-quality assets that align with project timelines and brand guidelines.

This role has the following physical demands:

• The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
  
• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use their hands to handle objects, tools, or controls; reach with their hands and arms; and communicate verbally. The employee frequently sits and may occasionally stand or walk.
  
• The employee must occasionally lift, pull and move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.

Benefits: MSI offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Referral, Holiday, and Annual Bonuses
• Annual pay increases
• Paid Time Off
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Company-paid Short Term and Long Term disability;
• Company-paid Life Insurance
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Traditional and Roth 401(k) plans with company matching contributions
• Charitable donation matching programs
• Free, company-sponsored 1-on-1 tutoring for children/dependents of MSI employees in grades k-12, including free tutoring for SAT and ACT tests.

About MSI: Founded in 1975, MSI is a leading supplier of flooring tile, countertops, wall and backsplash tile and hardscaping surfaces products in North America. Headquartered in Orange, California, MSI also maintains over 50 state-of-the-art showroom and distribution centers across the U.S. and Canada. MSI's product line includes an extensive offering of Granite, Quartz, Porcelain, Luxury Vinyl flooring, Slate, Marble, Travertine, Sandstone, Limestone, Quartzite, onyx, stacked stone and pavers imported from over 36 countries on six continents.

Over the years, MSI has been the recipient of many prestigious awards including:

• Top 5 fastest growing companies - OC Business Journal
• Supplier Diversity Award - Home Depot
• #1 Flooring Distributor multiple years in a row - Floor Covering Weekly
• Top Workplaces Award winner multiple times - Top Workplaces
• MSI Founder named the Entrepreneur of the Year - Ernst and Young

MSI is an equal opportunity employer that celebrates diversity and fosters inclusion and belonging for all employees. We provide a work environment that allows all employees to do their best work, free from all forms of discrimination. No employee or applicant will be discriminated against on the basis of race, ethnicity, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, citizenship status, military status, religion, disability status, or any other legally protected group. MSI provides reasonable accommodations for all employees and applicants. If you believe you require an accommodation, please speak with your recruiter or a member of our HR team.