Junior Graphic Designer
Role: Junior Graphic Designer
Location of Role: S&W Wholesale Ltd., Carnbane, Newry
Salary: Based on experience
Rule Purpose: Graphic Design, art working, creating and adapting artwork for use in digital media and print.
Accountable to: Trading; Sales, Department Managers, Employee, Marketing Team.
Accountable for: Wholesale Marketing
Key Relationships: Brand Marketing Lead
Our Vision – to be a successful business, growing our presence across the island of Ireland as a wholesaler and retail partner of choice.
Our Mission – we go above and beyond to support those who trust in us to keep their business thriving. We serve our customers better than anyone else due to our flexible way of working. Our customer focused approach allows us to react quickly, communicate effectively and deliver our products reliably, time after time.
About the role
Art working, reformatting and resizing WHL brochures in line with sales strategy.
Art working internal communications and own branded print.
Creating and adapting artwork for use in digital and social media.
Updating and reworking existing artwork and designs.
Supplier banner reformatting to suit web needs.
Liaising with sales and trading teams on execution and design of campaigns.
Some experience liaising with external printers to ensure deadlines are met and materials printed to the highest quality.
Effectively communicate with other members of the team to ensure designs are on brand.
High understanding of print specs and processes for high quality print.
Be able to fully implement brand guidelines to a high standard.
Manage multiple projects in a fast-paced growing environment.
Assisting the Marketing Team with other activities as & when required.
Other administration and office duties as required.
Any other duties that may be deemed appropriate by your immediate manager.
Please note, this job may close prior to the closing date advertised.
What you will need
Required criteria
- Educated to a minimum of GCSE Level or equivalent, with Grade C in Maths/English.
- At least 1 years experience in a similar role.
- Experience with full adobe suite, primarily InDesign/Photoshop/Illustrator.
- Ability to demonstrate excellent interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work flexibly, on own initiative or as part of a team.
- Attention to detail.
- A proven ability to work in a fast paced, dynamic innovative environment
- Ability to prioritise and manage workload.
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
Desired criteria
- Third Level qualification in multi-media design.
- Experience within the FMCG secto, or similar.
Professional skills you’ll need for this job opportunity
Marketing
Digital Marketing and Advertising Skills
S&W Wholesale
Based conveniently in Newry, S&W has a unique access point to key markets in NI and ROI. Their history dates back to 1916 with Newry Cash & Carry, before merging with J&E Whitten in 2000 to become Savage and Whitten (S&W) as they are known today. Today, S&W is a top 100 NI business and one of the largest independent wholesalers on the island of Ireland, servicing over 2,000 customers. The growth of their business is down to the ability to service both independent and symbol retailers, as well as the growth of the symbol brands it owns and operates.
Going above and beyond for customers is the key factor in what has made S&W successful and a key part of how the business plans to offer 'A Whole Lot More' going forward as it introduces a new look and feel for the business. Summing up the refreshed brand direction. Managing Director, Michael Skelton: "For us, A Whole Lot More is what we promise our customers. It's what we offer and the service that underpins that - we believe it's important to offer the product but just as important is the service, so our customers can easily order what they need and know they'll get it from us when they need it."
Our benefits
Everyone at S&W is encouraged to bring their best selves to work, and given the resources and opportunity to realise their own personal success. We offer our employees #awholelotmoresupport, to ensure you develop and grow with us.
Health insurance
Vacation, Paid time off
Paid sick days
Retirement plan and/or pension
Office perks
Employee development programs
Employee discounts
Gym membership or wellness programs
Casual dress
Free parking
Competitive salary
Life insurance
Free parking or Discounted parking
Employee Assistance Scheme
Perks Card
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