Graphic Designer - RI     Company Overview:
Southern Glazer’s Beverage Company of Massachusetts and Rhode Island is part of Southern Glazer’s Wine & Spirits, the world’s pre-eminent distributor of beverage alcohol, proudly a multi-generational, family-owned company with operations in 47 states plus the District of Columbia, the Caribbean, and Canada. We offer an array of careers focused on delivering a captivating and rewarding experience. We challenge our colleagues every step of the way and provide them with tools to grow, succeed and accomplish their personal and professional goals. Together, we can deliver the highest quality service to each of our customers and put you on the career path you’ve been looking for.    Position Summary: The graphic designer is responsible for producing visual solutions to communicate the needs of clients using a mix of creative skills and commercial awareness.   Daily/Position Responsibilities (Other duties may be assigned): Produce promotional displays for the on and off premise accounts including the following: Menus – table tents, wine lists, drink lists, inserts and features Sell sheets Signs, including posters and banners Shelf talker’s/case cards Tear pads Tasting sheets Print and In-Store Ads Order and maintain the supplies for the department. Production skills such as foam board mounting, laminating and cutting. Organize bill backs for printable items for the accounting department. Provide support for the sales department concerning special requests. Design customized POS for the sales department. Log jobs accurately for billing. Other duties as assigned by the Merchandising Manager. Education/Experience: BFA or BA in Graphic Design 1-2 years’ experience Desktop Publishing Previous experience in the wine and spirits industry a plus   Skills/Requirements: Strong computer design experience required using MAC and PC platforms. The ideal candidate will have a strong attention to detail, and the ability to prioritize within a multi-tasking environment.  Ability to work calmly under pressure and meet tight deadlines, as well as being able to interact professionally with employees at all levels of the organization, including outside vendors.  Excellent verbal and written communication skills are also required.  Must demonstrate intermediate to advanced level of proficiency with Adobe Acrobat CS –Cloud/CS6, Adobe Acrobat, Microsoft Office Suite, InDesign, Quark Xpress Print production and pre-flight experience.   What We Offer: Southern Glazer’s Beverage Company provides benefits, support programs, resources and expertise to help employees live healthier and safer lives—at work, and on the road.  Eligibility for the following benefits depends on employment status. Competitive compensation package Harvard Pilgrim Medical insurance Guardian Dental insurance VSP vision insurance Hyatt Legal Plans Generous Paid Time Off Paid Holidays Company paid Long Term Disability Company paid Life Insurance Confidential Employee Assistance Program Supplemental Insurance options Medicare Specialist for retirement planning 100% paid tuition for WSET and Cicerone certification programs   EEO Employer Statement: Southern Glazer's Beverage Company, an Affirmative Action/EEO employer, prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.  Southern Glazer’s Beverage Company provides competitive compensation based on estimated performance level consistent with the past relevant experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and education of employees.