Graphic Designer (Winston-Salem)

At Monkees Franchising, LLC we see graphic design as visual storytelling that engages,

informs, and inspires our fashionable consumers. We're looking for a talented graphic

designer who can take concepts and ideas and create visual representations, in both print

and electronic media. The ideal candidate will have expert knowledge of current design

software and be skilled in every step of the design process, from concept to final

deliverable. Collaborating with multiple teams across the company and franchisees, the

graphic designer should be able to take written or spoken ideas and convert them into a

design that connects. The successful candidate will have a thorough understanding of

branding and marketing and be able to find the right style and layout for every project. Work

on day-to-day creative requests for Monkees stores and corporate projects. This role is

designed for individuals who are starting their career in this field and are looking to gain

foundational experience.

This is an in-office position at our Monkees Headquarters in Winston-Salem, NC.

There is not a relocation package.

Your position includes :

Design creative assets including email campaigns, social media graphics,

animations / gifs, website graphics, digital ads, print ads, custom print material, large

signage and more.

Design all assets keeping the brands identity consistent with our established Monkees

Brand Guidelines, thereby maintaining brand integrity across all media.

Update and maintain the Monkees online digital asset management system (Canva) in

support of our franchisees.

Take concepts to final design and prepare files for appropriate print and digital usage.

Assist stores and Marketing team with email setup, scheduling and maintenance.

Work on multiple projects eHiciently using the Monkees Task Management system

(Teamwork).

Respond to custom, creative design requests of franchisees in an eHicient and timely

manner (3 day lead time).

Collaborate with the Marketing team to gather and create content for the creation of the

biweekly marketing newsletter (Monkee See, Marketer Do).

Attend meetings with franchisees to provide support and assist in marketing eHorts,

including the development and customization of marketing strategies tailored to their

specific needs.

Required skills and qualifications :

Exceptional creativity and innovative design skills

Bachelors degree (or equivalent) in graphic design, art, or related discipline

Four or more years of experience (academic and professional) with design software,

including Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Canva

Excellent communication and presentation skills