Graphic Designer

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• Bring the Once Upon a Farm brand to life through various mediums including packaging, print, digital, retail, experiential events, and out-of-home media.

• Create designs for DTC insert catalogs and postcards.

• Develop signage for activations, experiential events, retail environments, and out-of-home media, which encompasses booths, banners, backdrops, wayfinding, giveaways, cooler and shelf graphics, billboards, and transit.

• Spearhead creative concept development for package artwork spanning cartons, pouches, labels, film, and cases.

• Conceptualize and refine packaging ideas utilizing emerging design and AI technologies.

• Refresh older package designs with innovative interpretations while ensuring the portfolio remains cohesive.

• Design assets for retail partners, including sell-in materials, sell-sheets, coupons, and shopper marketing creatives.

• Collaborate on the design of advertisements, social media graphics, and email creatives with the Digital Graphic Designer.

• Create and maintain templates and design systems.

• Liaise with printers and print vendors regarding bids, file uploads, and press checks.

• Coordinate with vendors and cross-functional teams to deliver press-ready and digital-ready files that meet specifications and deadlines.

• Guide freelance designers and illustrators through creative briefs and review processes.

• Apply and update brand guidelines consistently.

• Collaborate with creative teammates, brand representatives, sales, and cross-functional stakeholders to achieve business objectives and address feedback.

• Contribute innovative ideas beyond the brief for campaigns, packaging, and brand initiatives.

• Manage multiple projects, adhere to draft deadlines, and maintain organized working files.

• Report directly to the VP of Creative + Community within the Marketing Team.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of 3 years of graphic design experience, preferably within CPG, food and beverage, or a rapidly growing consumer brand.

• A Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design or a related field is preferred; however, a strong portfolio is more significant than the degree—please include one.

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign) and Figma.

• Familiarity with Claude, ChatGPT, and current AI design plugins, capable of producing photo-realistic renders for packaging, out-of-home, and in-store experiences.

• Motion/video skills are an added advantage.

• A solid understanding of modern design principles, with a strong emphasis on typography and layout craftsmanship.

• Highly organized with excellent time management abilities; adept at juggling multiple projects, prioritizing tasks, and meeting deadlines while maintaining attention to detail.

• Comfortable in a collaborative environment where each team member contributes to a variety of tasks.

• Thrives in a fast-paced environment where priorities may shift and volume is substantial, while still valuing process.

• Highly communicative and open in a dynamic remote environment, including early risk identification, transparency, and clear communication.

• Proficient in Microsoft Suite, Outlook, Slack, and other professional platforms.

• Willingness to travel up to 10%; anticipate potential travel a few times each quarter.

• A genuine passion for enhancing childhood nutrition for a healthier, happier planet.

• Eager to contribute to a vibrant, high-growth, purpose-driven work setting.

• Proven ability to excel in ambiguous situations, deeply understand business needs, formulate a cohesive strategy, and make high-judgment decisions.

• Previous experience in cross-functional collaboration between Sustainability and Marketing is preferred.

• Must reside in the United States to be eligible.

• Visa sponsorship is not available.

• Must be 18 years or older at the time of application.

• A strong portfolio must be included.

🏝️ Benefits

• Annual Bonus.

• 401(k) program with a 4% company match after three months.

• New Hire Remote Life Stipend along with an annual Nourish and Nurture Allowance.

• Monthly Cell and Internet Stipend.

• Quarterly Farm-to-Fridge home deliveries and Employee Discounts.

• Up to 18 weeks of paid Parental Leave.

• Baby Steps Back To Work program.

• Three months’ supply of Once Upon a Farm products for new parents.

• Breast milk shipping service and support for traveling after birth during the breastfeeding journey.

• Unlimited Paid Time Off.

• Paid Volunteer Time.

• Paid Time Off to fulfill civic duties, such as jury duty and voting in local, state, and national elections.

• 100% coverage of Medical Insurance for the employee on select plans, with additional options available at reduced costs.

• 100% coverage of Vision and Dental Insurance for the employee and dependents.

• Life insurance coverage.

• Flexible spending accounts and Health Savings Accounts for applicable plans.

• Employee assistance program (EAP).

• Additional benefits, leaves, and insurance as mandated by law, based on your specific residence.

• Remote-first work environment.