Graphic Design - Marketing Specialist
Location: US, WA, Bellingham
Department: Marketing
Employment type: Full-time
Required experience: Associate
Required education: Bachelor's Degree
Industry: Computer Hardware
Function: Marketing
Company profile: POS-X is a rapidly growing point-of-sale hardware manufacturer located in Bellingham, WA.  The POS-X environment consists of highly motivated, yet easy going individuals who all have a common interest in the company's core values. These include enjoying life, work, and each other; communication; being real; pursuing excellence, selflessness; embracing change; and getting work done!  Any chosen candidate should be personable and able to adapt easily to a free-flow environment where the sharing of ideas and knowledge is paramount.   
Description: The person in the role of Graphic Design - Marketing Specialist is responsible for creating, planning, and executing a variety of tactical marketing campaigns in support of the POS-X marketing strategy, sales objectives, and overall business goals.  This is a full-time (M-F) exempt position. ResponsibilitiesPrint and electronic graphic designConcept and design of sales and marketing material/collateral including, but not limited to: datasheets, brochures, banners, posters, presentations (PowerPoint), training material, product manuals and documentation, packaging design, and eblastsConcept and production of advertisementsDesign tradeshow materialsWebsite: maintain the POS-X website (content, design, and metrics)Photography: concept and directs photo shoots; manages photo manipulationCommunication: write copy for advertisements and general marketing materialPrepares images for the webDevelop materials for blog, internet, interactive media, and multimedia projectsWebsite management: POS-X web content updates and metricsEmail distribution: manage the email mailing list, distribution of emails through Constant Contact, and metricsBranding: developing corporate written brand guidelines, integrate them into all communications, and help to enforce standards through the writing and editing processSocial media: content development and manage on a weekly basis (Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn, YouTube)Tradeshows/exhibits: manage and coordinate the pre-show preparation and event logisticsPromotional items: manage the budget, selection of items, inventory, and distributionIdentify and select software and equipment as neededPerform duties associated with ad hoc reporting and special projects as neededParticipate in marketing team meetingsCollaborate with printers, outsourced design resources, and other vendors as needed
Requirements: Desired Skills & ExperienceMinimum of 3 years graphic designBachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Marketing, or CommunicationsStrong writing, editing, and proofreading skillsProficient in MS Office Suite: Word, Excel, PowerPointProficient in Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesignConfidence, to present and explain ideas to colleagues and management teamStrong project management skills – superior attention to detailTakes initiative and is self-motivatedSuperior time management and organization; expertise in meeting deadlines and tracking projects deliveredWillingness to travel as needed (<5%)
Benefits: Competitive Salary, DOEHealth, Vision, and Dental Insurance401k with 4% matching
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