Welcome to the Packaging Industry!
This dynamic industry opens doors to an array of exciting opportunities. We are excited that you have considered Formers International during your strides toward career advancement. Formers International remains a leader of packaging innovation with a rich history spanning 50 years.
Our primary focus is on providing replacement parts for vertical form, fill, and seal packaging machines. We are looking for a talented Graphic Design Professional to join our sales team and help us create compelling marketing materials that highlight the unique features of our products and services, specifically tailored to the food packaging market.
Key Responsibilities:
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Develop and design layouts, including copy and images for sales collateral such as PDFs, PPTs, digital ads, and onsite promotional materials (banners, printed collateral).
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Create layouts, and edit videos, and graphics for the company website and social media platforms (Facebook, Twitter, YouTube, LinkedIn).
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Update existing presentations and collateral; design new materials; create branded collateral for client presentations and trade shows.
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Assist the sales team in creating digital assets (email templates, landing pages, content downloads, etc.).
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Promote the brand at trade shows and industry events, including setup and teardown.
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Prepare and present comprehensive trend reports to management.
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Analyze marketing trends and create forecasts.
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Increase company awareness through graphic design and written content.
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Develop marketing strategies for new product launches.
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Coordinate and oversee events aimed at promoting the company's brand.
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Review and enhance current marketing campaigns within budget constraints.
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Analyze the company website to identify effective promotional methods and visitor engagement.
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Collaborate with product development engineering to create promotional content for new products.
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Generate innovative ideas through brainstorming sessions with management and the team.
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Driving customer engagement through strategic and creative social media initiative, ensuring our brand connects with our audience effectively
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Other duties as assigned
Experience & Qualifications:
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Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud.
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Experience with Microsoft PowerPoint and Word.
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Video editing experience.
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Familiarity with WordPress.
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Understanding of the printing process and specifications.
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Excellent photography skills.
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Strong creative thinking skills.
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Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
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Bachelor's degree in graphic design or a related field preferred
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2-4 years of experience in graphic design, preferably in a corporate or agency setting.
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Graphic Design: 2 years (preferred)
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Adobe Illustrator: 2 years (preferred)
What are the benefits for you?
We value open communication and embrace fresh, innovative ideas. We foster collaboration to ensure a clear understanding of expectations. We understand that everyone seeks ongoing growth and development and are committed to providing continuous support. You will consistently experience learning and personal development opportunities, and we actively encourage your constant growth. We offer medical, dental, and vision insurance as well as life insurance, disability insurance, paid time off, and 401k with a company match.If this aligns with your interests and ambitions, we want to connect and be part of your journey!
About Formers International:
Our reputation and legacy have been hard fought, learned, and crafted over the years, starting when our small outfit made every product entirely by hand – to our industry dominance today as the leader in domestic and international markets. After almost half a century, we’ve built a team that continues to refine that process to build the most accurate, durable, and technologically innovative parts and accessories on the market. That foundation is steeped in the history of our people, who have formed our company, community, and careers alongside our customers’ solutions. We celebrate the men and women who make all of this possible. We’re excited to build on our history but, most importantly, to look forward to the next 50 years and beyond.