Graphic Designer, O Positiv

• This role requires a versatile designer with expertise in both print and digital design, with a primary focus on visual merchandising, print collateral and product packaging
• The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, highly creative, and skilled in both conceptual and production design. You are a technical print design expert - having a strong understanding of how designs translate when printed, designs in measurement and to scale, and color nuances in printed materials
• You should have a strong grasp of brand storytelling, spatial design, and consumer behavior in retail environments, as well as experience executing high-quality packaging designs that enhance product presentation and sales
• This role requires a self-starter who can balance creativity with strategic problem-solving, meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment, and bring fresh ideas to the team
• 3-5+ years of design experience
• Skilled in both Print and Digital Design with emphasis on Retail Visual Merchandising and Packaging Design
• Expert in both Adobe Creative Suite and Figma
• Solid understanding of print processes and exporting final files for print
• Strong craft and production skills to create physical mockups
• Ability to align with O Positiv’s visual brand identity and aesthetic
• Strong portfolio of design work that showcases both Print and Digital Design
• Bachelor’s Degree and equivalent work experience
• Passion for art and design, always looking for ways to refine taste and improve skills
• Understanding and interest of designing for a consumer brand, with the goal to drive sales and market to consumers
• Curious, thoughtful, self-reflective and a strong willingness to learn
• Strong written, verbal, and visual communication skills
• Strong time management and prioritization skills
• Team-player, collaborative, hard-working, organized, and goal-oriented
• Excitement for startups and building from the ground up
• Eagerness to learn from senior team members and follow creative direction

Desirable

• The Graphic Designer is a key member of the Creative Team, working closely with the Art Director and cross-functional teams to develop engaging designs that support Retail, Packaging, Marketing, and Digital initiatives
• You will be responsible for designing retail displays, in-store signage, and packaging, ensuring a visually compelling and cohesive brand presence across all customer touchpoints
• Additionally, you’ll support marketing campaigns, eCommerce assets, email design, and digital advertising to drive brand engagement and conversion
• You will be expected to work in a fast turnaround which can translate to after hours or weekend work (although not a norm)
• This position reports to the Art Director and collaborates closely with the Retail Marketing and Product Ops teams to ensure a seamless brand experience across all platforms
• Apply strong design principles, including visual hierarchy, negative space, repetition, contrast, balance, alignment, proportion, typography, and color theory, to create compelling and effective visual assets
• Demonstrate a strong understanding of 3D modeling as it relates to retail spaces, with a keen eye for spatial design and in-store customer experience
• Understand the complexities of print design in a retail environment - spatially, nuances in printing on different substrates, hierarchy for the shelf, etc
• Design engaging branded materials, including Retail Displays, Packaging, In-Store Signage, Print Collateral, Email Marketing Campaigns, Digital Ads, and Social Media Assets, ensuring a seamless brand presence across all consumer touchpoints
• Develop thoughtful and impactful retail display designs, considering store layouts, customer flow, fixture integration, and brand storytelling within a retail environment
• Collaborate with the Art Director and Graphic Designers to conceptualize and execute design solutions that align with brand strategy, marketing objectives, and retail merchandising goals
• Take ownership of projects with a self-starter mindset, ensuring meticulous attention to detail and high-quality execution across all design touchpoints
• Stay up to date with industry trends, visual merchandising innovations, and emerging design techniques, curating strong design taste and refining best practices in an ever-evolving retail and digital landscape
• Be adaptable to feedback, open to iteration, and committed to designing with both brand identity and business objectives in mind
• Maintain a self-driven and organized approach to design projects, ensuring deadlines are met while keeping project goals at the center of all work
• Work efficiently in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities, managing multiple projects while adapting to changing demands
• Proactively communicate progress, challenges, and solutions to the Creative Project Manager and Art Director to ensure seamless workflow and alignment with business objectives
• Be receptive to constructive feedback, refining designs with flexibility and a problem-solving mindset to meet both creative and strategic goals
• Collaborate closely with the design team and cross-functional partners, contributing to a supportive creative process that ensures all work meets brand standards and business objectives

• Candidates must present an online portfolio showcasing their expertise in graphic design, visual merchandising, and packaging to be considered for the role