Graphic Designer

Position Title
Position Title:

Graphic Designer

Reporting to:

Ecommerce Sales Manager

Location:

Olney, IL/Hybrid

Status:

Exempt

Job Summary
The Graphic Designer provides creative support to the Sales, Marketing, and Product Development teams by designing marketing materials, product assets, and digital content. This role is responsible for creating visually compelling designs that support product launches, sales initiatives, and brand development across multiple product categories and brands.

Responsibilities

Design creative assets for a wide range of marketing and sales deliverables, including but not limited to:

Email campaigns

Website graphics and sliders

Product sell sheets and packaging materials

Digital and online advertising

Presentation decks

Social media and e-commerce content

Product Catalogs

Maintain and apply brand guidelines consistently across multiple brands and product lines

Translate concepts, sketches, and marketing ideas into polished, production‑ready designs

Take, edit, and retouch product photography for use in catalogs, websites, packaging, and advertising

Collaborate cross‑functionally with Sales, Marketing, and Product Development teams to support new product launches and marketing initiatives

Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines in a fast‑paced environment

Work with outside vendors, printers, and contractors on creative and production projects when needed

Research design trends, tools, and technologies to keep creative output current and effective

Assist with updating existing artwork, product graphics, and marketing collateral as needed

Qualifications & Requirements

BA in Graphic Design, art, related field, or equivalent experience

1-3 years of design experience

Demonstrates strong creative background

Exhibits well‑developed written communication skills, ability to review, revise and execute required changes

Ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize workload, and meet deadlines

Expertise using Adobe Creative Suite and understanding of typography, layout, and color theory

Experience using AI‑assisted design tools (e.g., Adobe Firefly, Midjourney, DALL‑E, Canva AI, or similar) to enhance creative workflow and productivity is required

Familiarity with current design trends, marketing practices, and digital media formats

Experience in consumer products, sporting goods, fitness, or retail industries is a plus

Physical Demands

Sitting, talking and listening at least 2/3 of the time

Lifting up to 25 pounds

Stooping and kneeling

Fine motor coordination

Working Conditions
This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee; other duties may be assigned.

Equal Opportunity Employer
Escalade is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, Veteran or other legally protected status.

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