Marketing Design Coordinator

OverviewMarketing Design CoordinatorREPORTS TO: Marketing ManagerFLSA STATUS: Non-Exempt, Hourly EmployeeDEPARTMENT: AdministrationThe Design Coordinator is Eastside Food Co-op's visual storyteller. They deliver high-impact in-store signage, graphics, displays, and create our suite of printed and published materials that drive value and connect shoppers more deeply to their food and the people who grow it. They see opportunities where others see problems and can distill down a whiteboard of ideas into an elegant solution. The Design Coordinator is detail-oriented, creative and self-motivated. They approach their work through the lens of continuously improving the customer experience and growing the Eastside brand.All Co-op Staff WillUse all available tools and resources to provide excellent and knowledgeable customer service to all customers, coworkers, and vendorsCommunicate professionally and respectfully with everyone you encounter while at workAdhere to all store and department policies and proceduresDemonstrate regular, predictable good attendanceAttend huddles and meetings as scheduledCommit to contributing to a positive, team-building work environmentEssential Duties and ResponsibilitiesThe workload of this position on any given day will be split between long-term and near-term projects. Balancing timely project execution with thoughtful, strategic work requiring careful prioritization.Design + ProductionCreating marketing support materials including flyers, brochures, recipe cards, social media graphics, point of sale posters, ads, billboards, banners, signage, and other associated collateral.Design and layout of co-op publications including quarterly newsletter, annual report, election materials, etc.Interior display designProducing branded packaging and goods including apparel, bags, deli containers, gift cards, etc.Project CoordinationFulfilling signage requests with accuracy and timelinessCoordinating production and delivery of materials as needed; engaging with appropriate vendors to solve problems and determine the best means of production for all graphic materials, with responsibility for timeliness and completeness of delivery.Works closely and collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders.Assist with production of photo and video shoots as needed for creation of owned assetsOther duties as assignedTeamwork & RelationshipsEastside's Marketing Design Coordinator will report directly to the Eastside Marketing Manager and will reside within the Marketing Department.Working closely with the Marketing team and other stakeholders this person will be a strong brand advocate and will be an instrumental person in solving business challenges rooted in the visual world.Understanding that Eastside serves a diverse community with many different voices is paramount to the inclusive and diverse nature of successful design.Being flexible and adaptableUnderstanding that the output from this role influences and enables the work of many others within our organization is extremely important.The Ideal Candidate Will PossessA deep and personal interest in designSharp aesthetic sense with brand-aligned discernmentThe ability to synthesize complex informationA collaborative spiritA high degree of organization and attention to detailA willingness to take direction and follow brand guidelinesThe ability to meet deadlines and balance multiple prioritiesSelf-MotivationPrevious marketing experienceBasic understanding of user experienceKnowledge of the Northeast Minneapolis communityPassion for food, good design and cooperative businessPhysical DemandsStanding, sitting, bending, stooping, reaching, squatting, and walking for extended periods of time per shiftRepetitive use of hands for grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulationImportant Notice: The job duties, elements, responsibilities, skills, functions, experience, educational factors, and the requirements and conditions listed in this job description are representative only and not exhaustive of the tasks that an employee may be required to perform. Eastside Food Co-op reserves the right to revise this job description at any time and to require employees to perform other tasks as circumstances or conditions of its business, competitive considerations, or the work environment change.J-18808-Ljbffr