Hodgson Mill, IncMarketing-Graphic Design/Customer Service/Information Technology Manager
Aug. 2006 - Aug. 2014Hodgson Mill, Inc Effingham, IL• Design print literature including, but not limited to: magazine ads, point of sale materials, gift packaging, catalogues, marketing collateral, etc. • Follow brand identity standards • Present design in a clear and concise manner • Prep, revise files for production process and meet project deadlines • Design vector imagery for Microsoft PowerPoint Presentations (Support Sales and Marketing teams).
• Participate in brainstorming and creative concept.
• Stay current with competitive analysis, seek inspiration within food retail.
• Design all aspects of Packaging. Research & test all products (before and after production) to assure products meet company standards. • Market & Design Research – Develop an in-depth understanding of customer’s needs, competitive products, and windows of opportunities for new product development. • Maintain consistency within brand through development and implementation of graphic standards manual with colleagues. • Create market impact while considering appropriateness of design and ensuring a quality appearance. • Design brand specific displays and merchandising solutions. • Test and craft products as part of development process. • Mock-up packaging prior to sampling for pre-sale.
• Photo, graphic and file optimization for the web
• Problem solving skills and love technical challenges
• Self motivated, able to work within a project-based environment by frequently multi-tasking projects
• Takes initiative to be productive and efficient
• Able to function independently and still work well in a team-oriented environment
• Communicate well with clients (both in person and in writing) from a wide range of technical understanding
• Design skills with a creative eye and attention to detail