Jr Graphic and Digital Designer

Who We Are

Since 1955, we have been on a mission To Passionately Feed Millions Daily with High Quality Food People Enjoy! We are a third-generation family-owned and professionally managed organization with a commitment to strategic growth. We continue to be successful because of talented people, just like you, who choose to join our family and call E.A. Sween home. We pride ourselves on fostering a welcoming, respectful, and rewarding culture where employees are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work each and every day. At E.A. Sween, our team members are seen, heard, and appreciated not just for what they do, but for who they are. We hope you'll join us!

What We're Seeking

We're looking for a dynamic designer who will be responsible for print design and execution, website management (including some design), and digital design management for EA Sween corporate, b2b, consumer brands and other sales communication tools. This will be achieved through a combination of in-house graphic design and collaboration with outside design agencies where necessary to support all company divisions including point-of-sale, merchandising, new products, communications, and promotional programs.

This individual will report directly to the Marketing Services Manager within the Food Solutions Division and will support creative initiatives to execute projects and activities that help achieve short and long-term program initiatives. This individual will also assist with digital graphic design to achieve annual plans and enhancements that support web and social strategies. This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring on-site presence at the Eden Prairie corporate office a minimum of 50% of the time, with the remaining time remote.

Compensation: The target salary range for this position is $65,000 - $75,000 annually, consistent with our internal compensation framework. This position is classified as Grade 12, with a full pay range of $58,795 to $82,444. You are eligible for an incentive bonus up to 5% of your annual salary, prorated based on your start date. Final pay will be determined by your experience, skills, internal equity, and available budget.

What You'll Do (Responsibilities)

WEB AND DIGITAL:

• Collaborate with external partners and marketing team to design and create impactful digital promotions, assets, and ads to drive product awareness and sales.
• Provide content for FS Enablers, Vimeo, Dropbox, and Sales Portal so access to marketing items is up to date and effective.
• Support Associate Marketing Manager with HubSpot and our website needs.




• Provide content and maintain corporate and brand websites, assist with design creation where needed.
• Assist in updating digital assets within HubSpot
• Work with marketing team, HR, and sales to continue website evolution to meet needs within budget.
• Work and provide support with web partner to optimize site functionality and ensure site functionality. Support web-related meetings as needed.
• Design HTML advertising and emails for our media partners.

DESIGN AND CREATIVE:

• Support design development and execution of all corporate, marketing and sales materials.




• Designs and completes production art for point-of-sale, communication materials, etc. within brand and program requirements and for required output (print process, web, internal, etc.)
• Assist in updating presentation materials.
• Ability to design logos and infographics.
• Edits photography files as needed.
• Ensure final products adhere to the policies and standards of the company.
• Maintain organized asset storage for all creative elements. This ensures more productivity across the organization.
• Create, manage, and organize all production ready files for external partners.




• Partner with HR and Sales functions to create print and digital ready creative files. Support additional business functions like Operations, Finance, and private label as needed.

Vendor Management

• Coordinate with external vendors, inclusive of creative, tradeshow management and print agencies.

Brand Standard Management

• Ensure all corporate and sales materials adhere to and follow all brand standards.

Leadership and Teamwork

• Demonstrate leadership skills with the ability to define a clear strategy for Account Success.
• Proactively collaborate with your cross-team to encourage growth and development.
• Provide regular and continual feedback and support.

Continuous Improvement

• Drive Customer and Employee Success by seeking opportunities for improvement.
• Support change initiatives throughout the organization.
• Use the Spirit of EA Sween to guide decisions.

What You'll Need (Qualifications)

Required:

• Bachelor's degree in graphic design or equivalent experience.
• 3-5 years combined work experience in design across print and digital platforms.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Premiere Pro, After Effects, Bridge, Dreamweaver, Acrobat Pro) and Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). WordPress and HubSpot.
• Knowledge of printing processes, digital design and how to create assets and optimize files for each platform.
• Understands brand standards and design principles and demonstrates strong creative abilities.
• Thorough understanding of common web & interface conventions, digital marketing, the social media landscape, and current trends.
• Experience with WordPress platform management, tools, and design features as well as HubSpot.
• Strong attention to detail, excellent organizational and prioritization skills, ability to meet deadlines.
• Excellent and professional communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task, learn new tasks and work independently and with a team produce high quality work within tight deadlines.
• Experience collaborating with integrated teams with the ability to assist in developing integrated marketing strategies.
• This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring on-site presence at the Eden Prairie corporate office, a minimum of 50% of the time, with the remaining time remote.
• Candidates must have a dedicated and remote professional workspace that supports productivity, confidentiality, and collaboration.
• An office/desk position using a computer and telephone.
• Occasionally required to lift and/or move up to 10 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.
• Must be able to work occasional extra hours.
• Must be able to work on/direct multiple projects at one time without direct supervision and be able to manage deadlines, confidential information, and interruptions in the work process.
• Must be able to multi-task, handle deadlines, and confidential information.
• Must be able to work well with various levels of employees, cross-functional team members, and diverse cultures.

Preferred: Basic photography and video editing skills.

How You'll Find Success at EAS

• Value People Most of All: Show respect & care, embrace diversity, and empower others.
• Commit to Safety Everyday: See something say something do something, practice safe behavior, and celebrate safety success.
• Invest in Our Company to Thrive: Share ideas to improve, learn & grow, and embrace change.
• Think Before Doing and Act Decisively: Make thoughtful decisions, work together to find solutions, and do what's right.
• Welcome Constructive Straight Talk: Be honest and respectful even when difficult, be open to ideas and feedback, and ask questions to understand.
• Serve Up Exceptional Experiences: Provide value to customers, take pride in your work, and help others to be successful.
• Enjoy What You Do!: Have a positive attitude, Live the Spirit of E.A. Sween, and celebrate success.