Multimedia Graphic Designer Jobs

Who are we?

Catania Worldwide is a North American produce grower, importer, exporter, and distributor. The family-run company maintains its small-business charm and integrity, while leading the industry with innovation that helps Catania Worldwide remain at the top of the field.

We are seeking a talented individual who is passionate about graphic design. Qualified candidates must possess strong leadership, analytic, project management, and creative skills along with the ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

The Role

This is a full-time contract – 12 month maternity leave position.

Start Date: October 16^th, 2023.

Reporting to the Marketing Manager, the ideal candidate will work in the marketing department and collaborate closely with the creative team to develop consumer and shopper material, campaign materials, videos, and all packaging aspects. He/she will have the ability to juggle numerous projects at a time, and will be involved in all project steps, from conception to production.

Key Responsibilities:

• Create rough drafts and 3D models based on concept ideas.
• Create digital structural designs for current and new packaging.
• Work with the marketing manager to create coherent graphic brand specs and implement their workflow integration.
• Advertise new / existing product through social media using creative posting.
• Keep informed of emerging trends in the field of graphics, including concepts, tools, and applications.
• Work on different projects to develop innovative graphic designs that meet the company’s marketing goals.
• Design promotional and marketing visuals for digital and print.
• Update Catania Worldwide's website.
• Ability to produce motion graphics / videos.
• Capture photographs of product commodities and packaging.
• Create email signature banners to promote booths for upcoming shows.
• Other tasks assigned by the Marketing Manager.
• Following up on deadlines and respecting them.
• Create social media content – recipe development, product spotlight, national and fruit holidays, promote upcoming shows, etc.
• Ensure final graphics and layouts are visually appealing with no typos or errors before publishing them.

Requirements:

• Portfolio is an asset.
• Ability to do social media content creation – recipe development, product spotlight, national and fruit holidays, promote upcoming shows, etc.
• Video and photography editing experience an asset.
• Keen eye for aesthetics and details.
• Knowledgeable in social media websites – Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, LinkedIn.
• Expert with Adobe Creative suite – Photoshop, Illustrator, In Design, Acrobat.
• Ability to work independently and with a team.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite – PowerPoint, Excel, Word, Outlook.
• Ability to work under pressure and in a fast-paced environment.
• Effective deadline management and project management skills.
• Understanding of marketing, production, website design, corporate identity, product packaging, advertisements, and multimedia design.
• Strong written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Skilled to do product photography and videos.
• Demonstrated interpersonal competence including reliability, consistency, flexibility, and adaptability in day-to-day interactions.
• Degree or Diploma in Marketing and Graphic Design or related field.
• Open to receive constructive criticism.
• 1-2 years of digital marketing and graphic design experience.

Note: Please include a link to your portfolio or samples of your work when applying.