Description
Job Title: Graphic Designer
Department: Marketing
Reports to: Sr. Marketing Manager
FSLA Status: Exempt
About Us
Common Citizen, a Michigan-based cannabis company, is dedicated to reshaping perceptions around cannabis and enhancing lives through our principles of 'cannabis for humanity' and 'change for the better.' Prioritizing people in all aspects, from cultivating high-quality cannabis to providing a world-class customer experience, we embody a commitment to continuous improvement. As we aspire to be recognized as a Fortune Magazine 'Best Company To Work For,' our family of brands also includes 8 cannabis retail stores serving their respective local communities under 4 brands - LIV Cannabis Co., Pure Lapeer Canna, Xplore Cannabis, and Cannavista Wellness, creating a seamless network where we are all one. Join us at Common Citizen for a collaborative and inclusive journey, anchored in the principles of 'cannabis for humanity' and a commitment to positive change.
About This Role
Every position at Common Citizen from seed to sale, is contributing to our mission to serve our fellow citizens of Michigan with the highest quality, safest cannabis product through our highly individualized and education-oriented provisioning centers. We are looking for a graphic designer to create engaging and on-brand graphics for a variety of assets. As a graphic designer, you'll be able to help shape the visual aspects of our website, social media, sales materials, store signage, social media, and more. Your graphics must capture the attention of those who see them and communicate the right message.
To be successful as a graphic designer, you need to have an eye for detail, creative flair, and a strong ability to conceptualize verbal or written ideas into artistic designs.
Responsibilities
Outlined below is what we see you doing at this point in time. We are a fast-growing company looking for people that are excited to grow along with us.
Responsibilities Include But Not Limited To
- Creates and designs strategic marketing materials for the organization- on brand, on time and on-budget for multiple product brands and retail brands driving consistency and cohesiveness.
- Included but not limited to: print ads, posters, sales materials, mock-ups, digital/website/banner ads, email templates, packaging, swag, billboard, in-store merchandising, brand guidelines and corporate material that are both internal facing and consumer facing.
- Concepting- develop and execute creative concepts and designs that meet the creative brief.
- Prepare final graphic files for production.
- Produce photography and videography for use on above mentioned assets.
- Ensures ideas, concepts and visual productions align with Marketing objectives.
- Works closely with the sales and retail department to gather necessary information to provide support to sales for promotional and event materials.
- Proofreads all designs to produce accurate and high-quality work.
- Follows established design parameters and brand style guide.
- Keeps informed of graphic design industry directions and trends with the ability to identify areas of impact within the company.
- Assists with various ongoing Marketing projects within both the wholesale and retail side of the business.
The Experience You Bring And The Skills We Need
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent in Graphic Design, Interactive Design, Marketing, Fine Arts, Advertising, or related field.
- Minimum of 4-6 years of graphic design experience in advertising agency or equivalent position.
- Problem solving skills.
- Strong ability to collaborate, communicate, and relate to people at all levels within and outside of the organization.
- Project Management experience in high-volume environment required.
- Strong time management skills with a proven ability to plan, organize, and prioritize work to balance multiple projects and deadlines.
- Demonstrate a great deal of creativity and originality.
- Strong visual sense and a creative flair.
- Self-directed individual who is a team player.
- Strong computer skills.
- Excellent communication skills; written, verbal and presentation.
- Strong attention to detail.
- Ability to work in fast-paced environment.
- Moderate level of cannabis product knowledge.
- MS Office products; including Excel, Word, Outlook, and Power Point
- Proficient in Canva
- Advanced proficiency in the following software:
- Adobe Photoshop CC
- Adobe Illustrator CC
- Adobe InDesign CC
- Adobe Bridge CC
- Adobe Lightroom CC
- Adobe Premiere CC
- Adobe Acrobat
- This is a dynamic team, and as such daily tasks may vary, resulting in a fast paced and lively work environment.
Physical Requirements
- Regularly required to sit for long periods of time.
- Use hands to handle, control, or feel objects, tools, or controls.
- Reach with hands and arms; and talk or hear.
- Must be able to stand for the duration of the shift.
- Frequently lift and/or move up to 20 pounds.
Why You'd Love This Role
You Have
- A high level of professionalism and believe in our founding principles: "Cannabis for humanity" and "Change for the better". As such, you enjoy being involved in the community and being a steward for the company and the positive change that we believe in.
- A passion for providing the residents and visitors of Michigan with the highest quality and safest cannabis products in the state.
- A desire to change the social perception of cannabis and a passion for humanity.
- A constant desire to learn new skills and believe in continuous improvement, both personally and professionally.
- Value integrity and honesty and want to bring those values to the cannabis industry.
- Enjoy being part of a team and sharing your skills with your fellow citizens.
- An appreciation for all stages of the production cycle of cannabis, including harvesting, trimming and processing.
- An awareness of the contamination risk between a commercial and home grow, and thus can commit to not operating a home grow while working with us in the greenhouse.
We Offer
- Medical, Dental, Vision benefits active first of the month following your first day of employment.
- Paid time off.
- Employee discount.
- Employee sponsored life insurance.
- Employee assistance program.
- 401K & 401K matching.
Common Citizen?is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an environment of mutual respect for all people. If you are a member of an equity group, you are encouraged to self-identify, on your application, cover letter or resume.
**Must be at least 21 years of age as required by the Cannabis Regulatory Association**
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