Creative Designer Job at Jimmy Jazz in Sioux Falls

Description
Job Category Marketing, Creative Design, Graphic Design
Industry Manufacturing, Distribution
Employee Type Non-Exempt
Required Degree 4 Year Degree
Manage Others No

Job Summary
Groomer's Choice is looking for a Creative Designer to execute our in-house creative production across print and digital. The largest share of this role is our seasonal multi-mailers - designing and producing it from concept through print-ready file, on schedule and on brand. The rest of the role covers digital banners for our site and paid campaigns, trade show signage, magazine ads, and direct mail. This is a hands-on production role, not a people-management role: success means dependable, on-brand execution across a steady, varied workload, working closely with the Marketing Operations Lead and the broader marketing team. The ideal candidate is fast and organized in Canva, comfortable with the basics of print and video production (bleeds, color, file specs), and able to juggle several concurrent deadlines without dropping quality.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities
Multi-Mail Design & Production (50%)

Design and produce the Groomer's Choice season direct mail from layout through print-ready files, working from the content and marketing calendar. Formats include mailers, mini-catalogs and inserts.

Coordinate proofing and approvals with the Marketing Operations Lead, broader marketing team, and print vendor

Prepare and hand off print-ready files (crops, bleeds, color) to the print vendor and troubleshoot production issues as they arise

Asset Creation (15%)

Execute studio photo and video shoots as needed. End product will be used in web and social media

Edit user- created video as needed

Photography editing and post production for package, website, print and trade show use.

Digital Banners (15%)

Design digital banners for the website, email, and paid social/display campaigns

Resize and adapt creative across the specs of multiple ad platforms and placements

Maintain brand and visual consistency across all digital creative

Trade Show Signage (10%)

Design booth signage, banners, and collateral for approximately 10-12 trade shows annually

Coordinate large-format print specs and timelines with vendors and the events team

Design print ads for magazine placements per the media calendar

Ensure ads meet each publication's specs for dimensions, bleed, color, and file format

Required Qualifications

3-5 years of graphic design experience, ideally including catalog, print, or retail design

Strong proficiency in Canva

A portfolio demonstrating catalog/print layout work alongside digital creative (banners, social, or similar)

Working knowledge of print production basics: bleeds, CMYK color, resolution, and file prep for vendors

Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage several concurrent projects and deadlines

Excellent attention to detail and consistency with brand guidelines

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop)

Experience designing large-format or trade show signage

Experience in pet, home goods, or specialty retail

Experience with product and lifestyle photography and videography

BA/BS in Graphic Design or a related field

Benefits (Full-Time)

401(k) with company match

Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

Employer-Paid Life Insurance and AD&D

Hospital Indemnity Plan

Critical Illness Coverage

Voluntary Life & AD&D

Short-Term Disability

TELUS Health / LifeWorks Employee Assistance Program

Employee Discount Program

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Paid Holidays

This position is full-time, hourly
on-exempt, Monday - Friday and is on site in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.

About Groomer's Choice

Groomer's Choice is a trusted partner for professional pet groomers, providing high-quality grooming supplies, equipment, and education to help businesses thrive. The company is a manufacturer of industry-leading coat care products trusted by grooming professionals worldwide. With a deep understanding of the grooming industry, Groomer's Choice focuses on performance, consistency, and results across every product it offers. The company supports groomers at every stage - from new shops to established salons - through expert guidance and a commitment to exceptional customer service. At its core, Groomer's Choice exists to help groomers work smarter, groom better, and grow with confidence.

Position is not eligible for relocation assistance.

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