Graphic Designer

Overview

G & G Beverage Distributors, Inc. is a distributor of beers, craft beers and ciders throughout New Haven County, Fairfield County, Litchfield County and Hartford County. Based in Wallingford, CT, we are seeking a full-time Graphic Designer
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Prepares visual presentations by designing art and copy layouts.

• Prepares work to be accomplished by gathering information and materials.
• Plans concept by studying information and materials.
• Designs rough layout of art regarding arrangement, size, type size and style, and related aesthetic concepts.
• Obtains approval of concept by submitting to sales team.
• Prepares finished copy and art by operating typesetting and printing.
• Prepares final layout by marking and pasting up finished copy and art.
• Mounts and grommets signs.
• Ensures operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; following manufacturer s instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs; maintaining equipment inventories; evaluating new equipment.
• Maintains technical knowledge by reviewing professional publications.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

Graphic Design Skills, Layout Skills, Creative Services, Customer Focus, Creativity, Flexibility, Attention to Detail, Deadline-Oriented, Desktop Publishing Tools, Acute Vision, Knowledge and experience with Photo Shop and Coral Draw.

• Full time 40 hours weekly.
• Salary range is between $18.00 and $20.00 an hour (negotiable).

As G&G Beverage Distributors is a growing company with season volume fluctuations, flexibility is required to schedule work hours and vacation around peak work times. Individual must be able to shift priorities, work assignments and perform clerical work.

This is an operational position, which requires both office and warehouse work. The employee reads technical material, uses a phone and computer, reads precise instruments, works with data and moves within the compound to inventory product and service all company computer systems and office equipment. Sitting and lifting/carrying material under 150 pounds is required. Operates warehouse and office equipment.

This position is backed up by:
Merchandisers, and other Sign Making Employees

This position is back up to:
Merchandisers, and sales reps and sign making, as requested.

This position is classified as non-exempt.

This job description is based on management’s assessment of the requirements and functions of the job of the date this description was prepared. It is a general guideline. It does not purport to be an exhaustive list of all the elements of the job. It may be modified at any time by G & G’s management to meet its organizational needs.

All final applicants will be required to comply and pass all drug, background, and work assessment checks.

G & G Beverage is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug Free Work Place.

Send Resume and Cover Letter

HR Manager Jeanette Birney