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Illustrator / Mixed Media Artist

Company: HUXWRX Safety Co.

Location: Millcreek, Utah, USA

Position Type: Full-time, On-site

HUXWRX Safety Co. focuses on mitigating human exposure to high velocity events. We accomplish this by building systems that ensure a balance of safety and performance. Our highly committed team is passionate about bringing the best possible products to our end users while providing top-notch customer support.

Our patented Flow-Through® technology eliminates the need for weapon modifications and was engineered to deliver superior sound suppression without adversely affecting the weapon system. Adopted by military units, law enforcement, tactical professionals, and recreational enthusiasts the world over, our technology has thoroughly disrupted the suppressor industry while also solidifying its position as the gold standard in suppression systems.

American manufacturing will always be a pillar of our brand, and we proudly transform all our suppressors in Millcreek, Utah. Our team of enthusiastic and knowledgeable professionals is looking for an Accounts Payable Specialist to become an integral part of our operations.

Position Summary: HUXWRX Safety Co. is seeking a talented Illustrator / Mixed Media Artist to bring the brand and products to life through original illustration, mixed-media composition, texture, and visual storytelling across print, digital, merchandise, experiential, and campaign platforms. This is a proactive creative role. The right candidate brings strong artistic vision, translates complex concepts into clear and compelling creative work, and maintains a steady flow of self-generated ideas, visual experiments, and project concepts beyond assigned requests.

Key Responsibilities

• Conceptualization & Creative Execution:
  • Ideate and develop original illustrations and mixed-media artwork for a diverse range of marketing materials, including unique and original merchandise designs, website graphics, social media content, advertising campaigns, presentations, and internal communications.
  • Transform abstract ideas, technical information, and product concepts into visually compelling narratives, using illustration, texture, layering, digital composition, and other mixed-media techniques to ensure clarity, accuracy, and brand alignment.
  • Experiment with various illustration styles, mixed-media techniques, textures, materials, and digital treatments to best convey specific messages and resonate with different target audiences.
  • Push creative boundaries while maintaining consistent visual language that reflects the HUXWRX Safety Co. brand aesthetic.

• Artistic Development & Application:
  • Craft detailed and accurate visuals, illustrations, and mixed-media compositions that highlight product features, functionality, and proper usage in an engaging way.
  • Utilize your expertise in composition, color theory, texture, material application, and visual storytelling to create impactful and memorable artwork.
  • Develop and refine character designs, environments, product-inspired art systems, textures, patterns, and stylistic elements as needed for various projects.
  • Ensure all illustrated and mixed-media assets are optimized for their intended platforms, whether print or digital.

• Collaboration & Team Integration:
  • Function as a key member of the marketing team, actively contributing to brainstorming sessions, content strategy, and campaign development.
  • Collaborate closely with project stakeholders, graphic designers, copywriters, and other team members to ensure illustration and mixed-media assets seamlessly integrate with broader marketing initiatives.
  • Present illustration and mixed-media concepts and final artwork to team members, incorporating feedback thoughtfully and iteratively.
  • Contribute to the ongoing evolution of HUXWRX Safety Co.'s overall creative direction and visual voice.

• Workflow Management:
  • Meticulously maintain and organize all illustration and mixed-media project files, including source files, final assets, and version control, in designated shared drives and digital asset management (DAM) systems.
  • Effectively apply time management skills to manage personal workflow and project deadlines using designated project management software and shared team calendars to ensure timely delivery of all assigned tasks.

• General Marketing Support:
  • Assist in other marketing areas as needed or directed. These areas may include, but are not limited to:
    • Events: Supporting the creation of event signage, promotional materials, booth activations, experiential graphics, environmental visuals, and mixed-media display elements.
    • Social Media: Developing engaging visual content for various social media platforms.
    • Digital Marketing: Creating visual assets, digital compositions, textures, and illustrative treatments for online advertisements, landing pages, and email marketing.
    • Email Campaigns: Designing illustrative and mixed-media elements for email newsletters and promotional blasts.
    • Other Team Functions: Contributing to various ad-hoc projects and supporting general marketing initiatives as required.

• Continuous Improvement:
  • Stay current with industry trends, emerging illustration and mixed-media techniques, materials, digital tools, and software advancements.
  • Proactively develop self-initiated concepts, visual ideas, and project opportunities that enhance the originality and effectiveness of HUXWRX Safety Co.'s marketing materials.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as an Illustrator / Mixed Media Artist with a strong, diverse portfolio showcasing your artistic range, technical proficiency, and ability to work across mediums.
• Demonstrated ability to effectively utilize a wide array of visual techniques, textures, layered treatments, and art mediums to create dynamic and impactful creative assets for both digital and print applications.
• Experience with project management tools and digital asset management (DAM) systems is a plus.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to articulate creative decisions clearly.
• Exceptional attention to detail and a commitment to producing high-quality, impactful artwork across illustration and mixed-media applications.
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and consistently meet deadlines.
• A passion for innovative design, mixed-media exploration, and an interest in technical products is a plus.

Employee benefits*

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 8 paid Holidays
• Up to 4 weeks of accrued PTO
• 401k Plan

Note: The Company may, at any time, with or without notice, alter or change job responsibilities, reassign, or transfer job positions, or assign additional job responsibilities. From time to time, you may be asked to work on special projects or to assist with other work necessary or important to the operation of your department or the Company. Your cooperation and assistance in performing such additional work is expected.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

*The Company reserves the right to eliminate or modify any of its benefits at any time, in its sole discretion, with or without notice.