Job Description

SGK is a global packaging and brand experience company. From idea to implementation, we deliver packaging solutions and brand experiences that give brands the freedom to speak louder, scale faster and grow stronger. We simplify marketing and amplify brands to deliver value.  SGK is a Matthews International company. 

POSITION SUMMARY

We have multiple open positions for remote Adaptive Designers we are looking to add to our freelance bench. They will be responsible for translating design concept layouts into pre-press production ready, digital mechanical art for multiple clients and brands. These positions work closely with the design and account teams to build high quality digital mechanical files, following existing brand standards and internal workflow protocol. Theses Adaptive Designers will supports the design team with technical problem solving in the development of design elements and layouts, while ensuring deliverables are completed in an efficient manner, on time and on budget.

JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

• Ensures accurate, consistent, and timely completion of basic to intermediate level client design deliverables within budget, meeting client expectations, objectives, and creative brief specifications.
• Supports the design team with technical problem solving in the development of design elements and layouts.
• Meets quality standards consistently for all assigned deliverables.
• Creates strong and effective internal partnerships and collaborates across the business.
• Supports profitability efforts by focusing on the efficient, accurate and timely completion of the assigned creative design activities.
• Attends client meetings as necessary.
• Additional duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS / REQUIREMENTS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Graphic Arts, Graphic Design, Advertising, Marketing or related field.
• 1+ years of experience with packaging production art preferred; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Occasional travel either locally, nationally, and/or internationally may be required.
• Basic understanding of effective Creative Design practices, trends, techniques, tools and processes, across various touchpoints (e.g. packaging, in store, online, mobile, print, direct, etc.)
• High degree of proficiency MS Office Suite, Outlook, Adobe Creative Suite, Acrobat & Internet applications
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to develop and maintain collaborative relationships with peers and colleagues across the organization, as well as, internal and external clients
• Ability to work well autonomously and within a team in a fast-paced and deadline-oriented environment.
• Self-motivated with critical attention to detail, deadlines and reporting.
• PLEASE NOTE: This open role is for our part-time Flex Force bench. As a Flex Force employee, you’ll work on a project-by-project basis as needed and have the flexibility to work from home, much like an independent contractor. However, as a W2 employee your taxes will be handled on our end as part of the payment process—no need to worry about tracking those numbers yourself like 1099 vendors do.

PHYSICAL ASPECTS / WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Regularly required to stand; walk; sit; and talk, hear and see.  
• Occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. 

* Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals to perform the essential functions.

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At Matthews International, what makes us different is what makes us great.  We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, and business need.

Job Tags

Part time, For contractors, Freelance, Remote job, Work from home, Flexible hours,

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