Glen Raven Marketing - Graphic Designer 1099 Contractor

Graphic Designer is needed in Glen Raven, United States.

Client: Glen Raven Marketing

Location: Glen Raven, NC

Contract: Part-time

Job Description

The Graphic Designer role will be assigned to the well-known consumer facing Sunbrella brand, which carries a high design aesthetic and requires elevated design experience. This role carries a high degree of refinement, accuracy, attention to detail, and consistency is paramount. The graphic designer will work independently and collaboratively with the Creative Director & Art Director, Production Designers, and Marketing Managers on a wide mix of creative initiatives for B2B and D2C audiences. Responsibilities include interpreting creative briefs, adhering to brand standards and requirements, collaborative design-thinking with the Art Director, and generating sophisticated creative ideas that align with the Sunbrella brand vision, marketing strategies, and objectives.

The Graphic Designer will also exercise strong written and verbal communication skills, with a comfortability to problem solve and creatively negotiate with their partners to arrive at the best go-to-market approach.

**_This is a part-time position working remote 20 hours per week_**

**This is a contract 1099 role, with an expected length of 6 months with possible extension**
Responsibilities

• Responsible for interpreting creative briefs, determining design requirements, and fostering alignment with Creative Director and Art Director, Production Designer, Marketing Manager, Traffic & Production Management, and Leadership as needed.
• Efficiently and effectively conceptualize visual design, present and sell ideas to internal stakeholders.
• Create original ideas and pieces, including concepts, illustrations, renders, and comps.
• Partner with copywriters on end-to-end creative solutions.
• Receive feedback without bias, focusing revisions to deliver compelling design solutions.
• Design for print, digital, retail, tradeshows, and emerging media types, testing design against in-field requirements.
• Apply design insight and leadership to ensure high-quality deliverables.
• Stay informed on industry research and trends, translating into commercial product solutions.
• Participate in and/or lead design discussions.
• Maintain high standards for brand accuracy and ensure only the best work is released.
• Based on skillset, function as a multi-disciplinary creator (e.g., photographer, videographer, animator, retoucher, etc.).
• Maintain a solid understanding of business and customer audiences through relevant industry exposure, training, and events.

Education and Experience

• Degree in Design, Fine Arts, or related field. Experience in the home and/or industrial categories is a plus.
• 5-10 years professional design experience.
• A keen eye for aesthetics and details.
• Significant understanding of design principles, usability, typography, and industry standards.
• Design-thinking and troubleshooting skills.
• Able to work with dynamic teams, both in group and externally.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills, including project management software experience.
• Confidence to lead design conversations and present ideas.
• Ability to stay calm under pressure and meet deadlines.
• Capability to work on multiple projects simultaneously.
• High levels of initiative and resourcefulness.
• Extensive knowledge and experience with industry tools and software.

Why Glen Raven

Working at Glen Raven allows you to be part of a hard-working team proud to weave connections worldwide with some of the most trusted brands in textiles like Sunbrella®. Every day, we strive for and welcome diverse voices, solutions-driven ideas and innovative opportunities for continued growth throughout the company. We work toward a shared success while lifting each other up on the job and in our communities. Together, we keep the world spinning. Join our team. Connect people and drive innovation beyond the boundaries of Glen Raven.