Graphic Designer (Day shift)

Overview of Role:

The Graphic Designer will play a critical role in shaping and executing the Pens.com brand’s digital design strategy. The successful candidate will report to the Art Director and will be responsible for collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver best-in-class digital design solutions that are engaging, impactful, and align with our brand guidelines. 

You must be a self-starter with a can-do attitude. A designer who loves design exploration but also recognizes the realities of day-to-day work. You stay up to date on social trends and stay current with software to create designs across multiple touchpoints. You can manage your own projects in a timely manner, work with internal and external partners, and present your work to stakeholders and explain your design thinking. You will create your work with a high attention to detail and craft.

Primary responsibilities

• Work within the Creative Team which is responsible for the execution of our digital design strategy across all touchpoints, including our website, social media channels, email marketing, and digital advertising campaigns. 
• Collaborate with the marketing, product, copy, brand and UX teams to ensure that all digital design initiatives are aligned with business objectives. 
• Stay up to date with the latest digital design trends and technologies and leverage this knowledge to drive innovation and creativity within the team.
• Support the brand's marketing and advertising initiatives as needed.
• Must be a conceptual design thinker, able to develop concepts and original graphics and be comfortable taking your designs to production-ready files 

Growth & Career Opportunities

At Pens.com, we strongly believe in internal development and mobility. Many of our team members grow within the organization through internal opportunities and promotions.

Requirements & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in design or a related field. 
• 5+ years of experience in digital design, with a focus on website design, social media, email marketing, and digital advertising. 
• Strong leadership skills.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, and other relevant design tools. 
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to effectively present and articulate design concepts to cross-functional teams. 
• Strong understanding of user experience (UX) design principles and best practices. 
• Experience working in a remote setting, with ability to manage time zones for key connection points.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and manage multiple projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines and maintaining high-quality design output. 
• Deep understanding of design theory with excellent skills in visual storytelling through color, image, typography, composition
• Detail-oriented approach to design, ensuring pixel-perfect visuals when developing simple and elegant design solutions to solve complex design problems
• Experience with Adobe Xpress, Canva, and JIRA is a plus
• Must have an online portfolio and clearly able to discuss your role on each project
• Will accept any suitable combination of education, experience, or training

Our values

At Pens.com, we are guided by a set of core values that define our culture and approach to hiring:

Customers-First: 

We are committed to delivering exceptional customer experiences, both internally and externally. By understanding and fulfilling customer needs, we create impactful solutions that leave a lasting impression.

Continuous Improvement: 

We believe in the power of growth and evolution. Through open communication and a culture of innovation, we continuously strive to enhance our business and adapt to changing landscapes.

Goal-Oriented: 

We set clear objectives, remain disciplined in execution, and hold ourselves accountable for achieving measurable goals. Our focus is on driving results and making meaningful progress.

Integrity: 

We prioritize ethics in everything we do, ensuring that our actions are grounded in integrity and responsibility towards our planet, products, and people.

People-Centric: 

We value and respect every member of our team, fostering an environment where diversity is celebrated, contributions are recognized, and growth is encouraged.

About Pens.com

Pens.com's personalized promotional products are created for and inspired by small businesses. With 56 years of experience and serving 22 countries worldwide, Pens.com offers MORE value, savings and time to customers through expert guidance on a broad range of personalized promotional products, including writing instruments, stationery, drinkware, bags, gifts, and trade show accessories. Pens.com operates via a network of more than 10 facilities acrossNorth America, Europe, Africa, and Asia.

To learn more,visit: www.PENS.com

Pens.com is a National Pen and Cimpress brand (Nasdaq: CMPR).