Graphic Designer

Description

POSITION SUMMARY

We are currently looking for a talented, highly motivated Graphic Designer with an eye for detail and an appreciation for the exceptional quality and level of service we deliver. This role will be responsible for executing menu production edits and the creation of marketing and advertising materials for Tavistock Restaurant Collection

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

Essential Functions Statement(s)

• Serve as a graphic designer on all restaurant concepts under the Tavistock Restaurant Collection umbrella as well as the corporate TRC brand where appropriate.
• Execute graphic design projects from concept to completion efficiently and promptly.
• Prioritize the creative projects assigned to you while meeting deadlines from the first draft to the final in cooperation with Brand Managers.
• Follow brand identity guidelines and ensure the visual communication standards set by the brand identity guidelines are met across all media touchpoints.
• Menu production and editing
• Strong InDesign knowledge (comfortable working with character styles and multiple-page documents)
• Proficient layout and formatting skills
• High-level attention to detail
• Copy editing and proofing
• Create promotional collateral and advertising materials, including but not limited to:
• In-restaurant - posters, table tents, check stuffers, menu boards, bounce-back cards, branded coasters, stickers, etc.
• Marketing and sales collateral - brochures, presentation books, etc.
• Print - ads, flyers, banners, etc.
• Digital - social media graphics, digital signage, e-mail newsletter graphics, etc.
• Develop concepts for promotional campaigns for all concepts across all platforms, including but not limited to:
• Holidays - Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Years, Valentine's Day, Easter, Mother's Day, Father's Day, Graduation, etc.
• Gift card and reward card promotions
• One-time Promotions - LTOs, Wine Month, Partnerships, Pairing dinners
• Create group dining materials including but not limited to:
• Private dining kits, one-pagers, menus, wedding initiatives, offsite event materials, banners, etc.
• Holiday promotions - concierge posters, email graphics, print ads, etc.
• Update print and web materials whenever restaurant renovations and brand identity updates occur.
• Follow the creative department structure for file naming and archiving to maintain an organized image/asset library for all concepts

POSITION QUALIFICATIONS

Competency Statement(s)

• Working Under Pressure - Ability to complete assigned tasks under stressful situations.
• Time Management - Ability to utilize available time to organize/complete work within given deadlines.
• Responsible - Ability to be held accountable or answerable for one's conduct.
• Problem Solving - Ability to find a solution for or to deal proactively with work-related problems.
• Organized - Possessing the trait of being organized/following a systematic method of performing a task.
• Negotiation Skills - Ability to reach outcomes that gain the support and acceptance of all parties.
• Interpersonal - Ability to get along well with a variety of personalities and individuals.
• Communication, Oral - Ability to communicate effectively with others using the spoken word.
• Business Acumen - Ability to grasp and understand business concepts and issues.
• Communication, Written - Ability to communicate in writing clearly and concisely.

Requirements

SKILLS & ABILITIES

Education: Bachelor's Degree (four-year college or university) in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, or similar field strongly preferred

Experience: 3 years or more of graphic design experience in an in-house / agency structure preferably in a Production Design role.

Computer Skills: Well-trained in Adobe Creative Suite: InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator. Able to work within a project management software such as Basecamp. Microsoft Office Suite friendly.

Other Requirements: Experience in graphic animation and/or video editing

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Restaurant Setting / Office Setting