Retail Marketing Designer

Build your career at Sazerac! With almost 400 years of rich history, Sazerac Company has thrived as an independent, American family-owned company with operations in the United States and around the world. Since the 2000s, Sazerac has averaged double digit growth every year! Sazerac Company produces and markets the most award-winning bourbons and whiskeys in the world, including Buffalo Trace, Pappy Van Winkle, Eagle Rare, Blanton’s, and Sazerac Rye. Additionally, Sazerac owns many popular brands across a range of spirits, including Fireball, Southern Comfort, Seagram’s V.O., Myers’s, Goldschläger, Parrot Bay, 99 Brand, and Platinum Vodka. 

We’re proud of our award-winning culture and distilleries. Our Louisville office has been named one of the “Best Places to Work in Kentucky” four times, and our Buffalo Trace Distillery has earned the title of “world’s most award-winning distillery” through the dedication of our craftsmen for well over 200 years. Whether you’re a recent graduate or an experienced professional, Sazerac provides extraordinary opportunities for growth with competitive salaries and benefits in an exciting, entrepreneurial industry.

As the Associate Designer - Retail, you will play a key role in brand development, marketing, project management, and creative exploration while sharpening your design skills. This position offers hands-on experience in designing Point-of-Sale (POS), Shelf, and Packaging materials, all while contributing directly to company growth. We're looking for an ambitious designer eager to hone their craft and thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment. 

What You’ll Be Doing:

• Creative Design and Development:
• Design flow and promotion-specific graphic materials reflecting established brand positioning.
• Develop support materials for brand promotions while adhering to brand standards.
• Edit and manipulate existing creative work based on brand team specifications.
• Provide artwork and logos for promotional materials, POS, premiums, and tasting kits.
• Brand Asset Management:
• Assist in creating and implementing iconic and ownable brand assets for the portfolio.
• Build brand toolkits to ensure consistency across all design elements.
• Lead product label revisions and updates across the portfolio.
• Project and Process Management:
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines and maintaining quality.
• Identify cross-functional support and ensure collaboration across teams.
• Maintain graphic standards and creative assets for brands and corporate entities.
• Manage external designers as needed, outsourcing projects when necessary.
• Professional Development:
• Use the PDS system to identify areas for self-improvement and enhance job effectiveness.

To Be Successful In The Role You’ll Need These Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in graphic arts or a related field.
• 5+ years of design skills experience
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite.
• Must have presentation skills, ability to present to 100+, ability to talk about work, and navigate conversations.
• Strong planning, organizational, and multitasking skills.
• Detail-oriented with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
• A well-rounded portfolio showcasing design expertise.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Quick learner with the ability to adapt to new systems and processes.
• Strong analytical and technical skills.
• At least 3 years of experience in a design agency or a similar role.

Physical Requirements:

• Ability to identify and distinguish colors.

This is an exciting opportunity for a creative professional to make a meaningful impact while growing their skills in a dynamic and supportive environment

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Placement within the salary range is calculated based upon years of directly relatable experience for the position