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• Transfers Ultrafuse primary design markings and notches to the pattern files within Gerber.


• Utilizes Adobe Illustrator to simplify garment style to an outline, or blueprint, of the most important style lines and ensure proportionate representation of the original style in its base size.
• Converts original garment style utilized within Gerber Accumark and grade all style lines to the full size run, ensure final pattern pieces are consistent across entire size run.


• Initiates and develops all files needed for sublimated samples that are used by Sales, Marketing, and Product Design.
• Conducts trend analysis by shopping competitors and obtains information on new fabrics, trims and styling trends for sublimation assortment plan.
• Partners with Merchandising Artists to facilitate new art and processes based on market research and current trends.
• Participates in meetings including product huddles, pagination, ads, and emails to provide product input for presentations.


• Collaborates on proofing all media.

• Bachelor’s degree in an apparel related field of study, or related business field required


• At least 1 year of related experience in design, merchandising, development, or a manufacturing environment, especially in a garment industry or related soft goods industry preferred.
• Working knowledge of Gerber Accumark Pro
• Extreme attention to detail required and a proven ability to established and maintain schedules and deadlines.


• Ability to work on a diverse assortment of product categories.


• Strong computer skills, working knowledge of MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook, Adobe Illustrator)


• Comfortable with a team-based work structure; ability to remain flexible to change within the work environment and scope of responsibility.


• Resourceful and well organized, works will under pressure, able to multi-task.


• Demonstrates initiative, is conscientious and provides complete follow-through on areas of responsibility.

Trapp and Company is looking for a full-time Floral Designer to grow a strong team. This is a permanent position, and is not intended to be seasonal. A qualified candidate will have 2 or more years of Floral design experience. Those starting out will be considered. Special consideration will be given to candidates that have prior Event Design experience or experience at a high volume shop.

The Graphic Design Supervisor will manage the Graphics/Packaging team. The position will supervise and/or create innovative and effective graphics which promotes brand integrity and helps ensure premium product positioning in the marketplace. Must be highly motivated, meticulously detail oriented, and a self-starter with a passion for designing compelling and trend setting graphics. They will work closely with the marketing, creative department, merchandising, and new product development to solve graphics assignments through design and development of unique, innovative, and cost effective graphics for all product lines. Ensures the Graphics Team provides world-class graphics for all customer specific programs, including POP, brochures & catalogs, packaging and signage.  Determine project requirements, product market and marketability.  Meet all project deadlines.

Essential Job Duties:

(Reasonable Accommodations Statement:  To accomplish this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation, each essential function satisfactorily.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to help enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.)

• Supervise the design of new and innovative graphics for product packaging and marketing programs, using trend awareness.


• Advocate appropriate design solutions in all graphic formats for new and existing products.


• Manage multiple jobs for graphics and packaging simultaneously and track assignments from approval to completion.


• Perform as lead designer of all graphic formats from concept to final production.


• Communicate with vendors from obtaining quotes through final production


• Supervise graphics team to design and develop customer specific collateral, packaging, and merchandising graphics programs.


• Provide leadership and mentoring to develop staff


• Deliver to Marketing any required graphic or image needs as directed under
  tight deadlines


• Create 3D images for displays and retail concepts


• Provide strategic direction to Graphics Team

Knowledge:

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Design from an accredited four-year academic institution


• 5+ years related design experience


• Expert knowledge of: Adobe CS6, Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, and Microsoft Office on a Mac platform


• Prior people management experience


• Excellent knowledge of design and production processes


• Sketching ability for design of concepts for specific product and retail
  merchandising ideas


• Strong understanding of production and printing processes for collateral and packaging


• Ability to work on a team, as well as individually


• Demonstrate the ability to perform well and remain organized under pressure with tight deadlines


• Excellent time management skills


• Organized self-starter with a refined eye for accurate details


• Excellent verbal and written communication, presentation and interpersonal skills


• Ability to direct photography and convey image concepts


• Ability to work on multiple projects at different stages and shift priorities as needed


• Strong organizational skills


• Consumer packaged goods and retail display experience

Sources:

• Bachelor’s degree


• Minimum 4-5 years graphic & packaging design

 Physical Requirements:

The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job.

• Work is performed almost exclusively in an office environment.


• Ability to sit for extended periods of time.


• Regularly access other work centers (some walking, and bending, occasional stooping, lifting of light materials).


• Frequent mental and visual concentration required for computer usage and general office tasks.


• Safety hazards are minimal.

Disclaimer:

The above information on this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

An exciting opportunity for a dynamic technology professional to lead the design, development, and installation of AV technology hardware, peripherals, and system installations located in classrooms, conference rooms, offices, event spaces, theaters, and digital signage for the College. This position will consult and collaborate with campus stakeholders, vendors, architects, electrical and carpentry trades, and internal Network, Endpoint, and System Administration Teams. Develop and maintain expertise in audio-visual configuration and an awareness of the latest trends and best practices in the AV industry.

Responsibilities

1. Provide advanced technical expertise; develop, design, document, and commission installations of AV technology and systems to include AV control, digital signal processing, and wireless presentation to assure the AV technology need of the College are met.

2. Plan ongoing enhancements and make recommendations concerning functionality and system requirements and capabilities of the physical and virtual AV technology infrastructure and systems.

3. Design, implement, and manage assisted listen systems to ensure the College’s AV environment meets the accessibility, compliance and risk standards.

4. Develop and review Statement of Work and Bill of Material specifications for each initiative.

5. Provide system administration for the enterprise AV technology management systems supported by Information Technology. Troubleshoot network and digital AV technologies and work collaboratively with internal Information Technology teams to assure AV systems meet design, security, safety, and system standards.

6. Provide Tier-3 AV technical support for the AV Service team, both full-time and student staff.

7. Serve as a liaison with AV hardware and software vendors and service providers; obtain technical specifications and knowledge of technological changes relevant to the College’s AV systems; analyze and make recommendation regarding AV systems, technologies, architectures, designs, and products.

8. Develop and demonstrate a multicultural awareness and contribute to cultivating an inclusive, diverse and respectful College community. Demonstrate civil and inclusive behavior when interacting with staff, faculty, students and visitors to the College. Promote a flexible, collaborative and inclusive work and living environment and engage in educational opportunities to increase awareness and understanding of diversity and inclusion.

Position/Job Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 3 to 5 years’ experience with audio-visual system design and integration or the equivalent combination; previous hands-on experience with performing AV system installations, management, and troubleshooting modern AV technology systems; experience with CAD and Visio, knowledge of modern construction processes, and familiarity of ADA requirements, as they pertain to audio-visual system design; Avixa CTS certification or equivalent; CTS-D certification must be obtained within a year from hire date; demonstrated record of strong customer service skills, excellent attention to detail, and strong analytical organizational, written and verbal communications skills; high degree of professionalism, judiciousness, diplomacy, and sensitivity to the needs of all constituencies in an academic environment and and the ability to effectively work and interact respectfully within a diverse and inclusive environment; valid New York State Driver’s License or the ability to obtain one and ability to work overtime required. Experience with Crestron DM Tools, Crestron Fusion RV, Utelogy and Mersive Solstice Dashboard; experience supporting Apple operating systems 10.11 or higher; and Avixa CTS-D and/or CTS-I and networking certification, such as CompTIA Network+ or equivalent preferred.

Architectural Intern/ Designer

40 TO 50K

Immediate openings for Architectural Intern/ Designer working toward licensure. 3-10 years experience, knowledge of Revit a must, good communication skills, ability to work as a team member and collaborate, commercial/ public project experience a plus, ability to work in all phases of design and construction, other software knowledge a plus (AutoCAD, Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Excel, Powerpoint, etc.).

13-person, 22-year old firm seeks developing young graduates in architecture to join our busy firm. Two immediate full-time openings, competitive salary and benefits, possible signing bonus and/ or relocation assistance to right candidates. We will enable you to progress and expand your professional horizons as much as you are capable of doing. Projects from a few hundred thousand dollars to over $100M in construction cost.

We live on the beautiful Western Slope of Colorado where outdoor activities are readily available in all seasons. Mountain biking, hiking, camping, fishing, hunting, four wheeling, etc. are all available within minutes of Grand Junction.

PROJECT ARCHITECT

55 TO 70K

Immediate opening for Project Architect in Grand Junction, Colorado. 5-10 years experience, knowledge of Revit a must, good communication skills, ability to work as a team member and collaborate, commercial/ public project experience a plus, ability to work in all phases of design and construction, other software knowledge a plus (AutoCAD, Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, Excel, Powerpoint, etc.).

13-person, 22-year old firm seeks licensed project architect with degree in architecture to join our busy firm. Immediate full-time opening, competitive salary and benefits, possible signing bonus and/ or relocation assistance to right candidates. We will enable you to progress and expand your professional horizons as much as you are capable of doing. Projects from a few hundred thousand dollars to over $100M in construction cost.

We live on the beautiful Western Slope of Colorado where outdoor activities are readily available in all seasons. Mountain biking, hiking, camping, fishing, hunting, four wheeling, etc. are all available within minutes of Grand Junction.

Blythe Group uses a 4-1/2 day work week, has standard paid holidays, bonus plan, health insurance paid, flex hours, and assists with training the right candidates based on needs. Salary is based on position and experience. If you would like to work in a fast moving, exciting office with varying project types, please send us your resume so we might schedule a phone interview. If a phone interview goes well and we are both still interested, we are open to paying expenses to visit Grand Junction for a face-to-face interview. LET US HEAR FROM YOU!

Blythe Group uses a 4-1/2 day work week, has standard holidays, bonus plan, insurance paid, flex hours, and assists with training the right candidates based on needs. Project types help our young Architectural Interns work toward licensure. To the right candidate, we offer a bonus and immediate 10% raise upon passage of the ARE.

If you would like to work in a fast moving, exciting office with varying project types, please send us your resume so we might schedule a phone interview. If a phone interview goes well and we are both still interested, we are open to paying expenses to visit Grand Junction for a face-to-face interview. LET US HEAR FROM YOU!

The Sales Associate / Design Consultant is responsible for maximizing sales and delivering an exceptional guest experience. In this exciting role, you are creating lasting relationships while assisting clients with the selection, customization, and purchase of merchandise. In this retail sales role, the Design Consultant will have the ability to read each clients need for assistance, and match their requirements to the benefits of the merchandise.

As a Sales Associate / Design Consultant, you will be providing customer service and space planning assistance, as well as maintaining a sales driven focus.

If this sounds like the type of environment that you would flourish in, we invite you to apply for our opening at University Town Center!

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Meets required monthly sales and productivity standards.


• Demonstrates strong product knowledge (furniture, accessories, fabrics, etc.).


• Maintains a guest book to organize, generate and cultivate business.


• Performs proactive and consistent follow-up with all guests before and after the sale and at delivery.


• Works to improve performance based on feedback provided by store management.


• Promptly solves guest concerns.


• Performs all opening and closing duties as directed


• Accurately performs all systems functions and maintain operational standards


• Works in collaboration with all team members

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

• High school diploma required. College preferred


• Some work experience in a retail environment


• Ability to work nights and weekends


• Intermediate computer literacy


• Ability to work independently with little supervision/self-motivated.


• Ability to work well with others.


• Must be willing to work extended hours as needed.

To perform this retail sales position successfully, an individual must be able to perform each job duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential duties.

COMPENSATION:

• Base hourly plus commission, along with personal and team bonus incentives.

BENEFITS:

• Exceptional advancement opportunities


• Competitive earnings, bonus opportunities, and generous employee discount


• Medical, dental, and life insurance benefits (Programs differ between full-time and part-time employees. Benefits vary based on position)


• Flex spending plan


• 401K retirement program and 529 college savings plan


• Paid vacations and holidays (Full-time employees only)

Visual Designer Opening in NYC  

JOB DESCRIPTION

We’re seeking a Visual Designer to join an internal marketing organization located in Manhattan, NY who can create compelling and engaging experiences for a variety of marketing and user interface assignments.  Full-time, long term and immediate opportunity with salary and benefits. 

The successful candidate will be an expert in visual design and can proactively work in an agile environment. Web site design, user experience planning and html knowledge a plus. The designer will be developing creative assets and guiding design work for our marketing initiatives.

Responsibilities

·         Work hands-on, creating interface and visual design solutions from concept to specification

·         Proactively work with an agile team

·         Contribute to storyboards & task flow designs, effectively communicating visual intentions to the design team and sponsor users

·         Be an expert in visual design ensuring the visual look-and-feel enhances the overall user experience of our products

·         Create creative assets aligned to our client’s brand standards and business needs

·         Possess a fundamental awareness of enterprise, technology, developer, and design trends

·         Collaborate on user experience planning

·         Promote a user first approach to the stated problem

·         Integrate real users into the design life cycle

Skills

·         Significant and proven experience in digital design

·         Excellent creative, conceptual, and problem-solving skills

·         Ability to execute against the current corporate design standards

·         Ability to effectively communicate ideas through visual design

·         Ability to create expressive typography, meaningful imagery, expressive modern illustration, data visualizations

·         Ability to create an experience that communicates, compels, inspires and persuades the visitor to take action

·         Comfortable working in a dynamic, agile team-based environment

·         Collaboration and communication skills with the management, agile, creative,production and technical team members

·         An understanding of guidelines and standards of web design

·         An understanding of interface and user experience design best practices for all screen sizes and devices

·         Skills creating look and feel explorations sketches and mood boards, high hand low fidelity mock ups, and design work presentations

·         Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud and Sketch

·         Possess a portfolio of work that demonstrates skills/ability – send website link.

Please send  me your resume to jnevez@apcinc.com 

*PLEASE NOTE MY NEW EMAIL ADDRESS** 

Jeff Nevez |  Strategic Recruiter
Alliance of Professionals & Consultants, Inc.
P: 405-343-3575 | jnevez@apcinc.com
www.apcinc.com | www.linkedin.com/in/jeffnevez 

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Competitive Edge Advertising Specialty Mfg. Co. (Competitive Edge) is a large promotional products manufacturer and distributor located in Des Moines, Iowa. We have several company and corporate store websites and specialize in a wide variety of imprinted advertising specialty and promotional products.

We are seeking an Experienced Graphic Designer to join our Art Department to be responsible for the design and creation of a variety of promotional materials, including space ads and e-mail promotions, logos, catalogs, web product postings, marketing collateral and more. In this dynamic role you will apply your creative expertise to conceptualize, articulate, and present concepts.

A successful candidate will be a highly motivated team player with a proactive approach who thrives in fast-paced environments. Must be extremely creative and detail oriented with excellent organizational and time management skills.

Essential duties include, but are not limited to:

· Develop effective designs and layouts including logos, t-shirts, identity systems, print and digital publications, catalogs, space ads, direct mail pieces, insert pieces, sample boxes, brochures, etc.

· Design and preparation of digital promotions including e-newsletters/e-blasts, websites, banners, social media, marketing collateral, etc.

· Create, clean up, or resize customer’s art and/or logos for various types of ad specialties and promotional products including artwork required for catalog orders.

· Develop engaging designs that advance clients’ positioning and achieve clients’ goals on time and within budget.

· Create artwork for film output related to textile screen printing and digitizing of artwork for embroidery.

· Produce the artwork specifications for all ad specialty orders as described on art specification sheets or according to requirements described by salespersons or members of the management team.

· Prepare final original artwork to accompany purchase orders to vendors of imprinted ad specialty products.

· Meet the production art requirements of the company as assignments come into the department in a timely, accurate, and professional manner.

· Proofreads, compares, and verifies the accuracy of all details such as font type, size, color, copy, and logo specifications for all jobs assigned

· Follow existing style guides as well as creating new designs and accompanying style guides

· Keep current with existing trends impacting graphic design and graphic design tools

· Perform other duties or special projects as assigned

Qualifications:

· Technical art or graphic design training or instruction; Associate Degree in Applied Arts, Graphic Design, or Commercial Art.

· At least 3 years experience of professional graphic design experience working with print, web, and digital media.

· Proven experience developing effective designs and layouts including logos, t-shirts, identity systems, print publications, digital publications, catalogs, e-newsletters/e-blasts, websites, banners, social media, marketing collateral, and more.

· Expertise in using relevant software applications including InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Dreamweaver, PowerPoint, etc., and all online production techniques.

· Prior experience in ad specialty, B2B e-Commerce or retail industries preferred.

· Thorough knowledge of print, web, and digital production processes.

· Skilled in typography, layout, and color theory, both in print and digital media.

· Must have production skills including trapping color, textile color separation, etc.

· Strong illustrative skills.

· Basic knowledge of HTML preferred.

· Experience in shooting and editing digital photography.

· Proven ability to lead projects and collaborate with creative teams.

· Capacity to work in a fast-paced, results-oriented environment.

· Ability to juggle multiple priorities and meet tight deadlines while paying impeccable attention to detail.

· Excellent time management and organizational skills with ability to be flexible as project and management needs change, all while balancing competing demands.

· Self-starter who works well independently and in a team environment with a strong interest in graphic design.

· Exceptional interpersonal, oral, and written skills, with the ability to quickly build effective working relationships with individuals in a variety of business functions.

· Positive outlook and professionalism in all aspects of daily tasks.

We offer a competitive compensation package commensurate with knowledge and experience level. For consideration, please send resume with salary history and requirements. Please reference “Graphic Designer” in the subject line. EOE.

NetGroup Inc. is currently seeking Mechanical Engineer / Designer to join our team.

This position will be focused on working on consulting assignments for our customers, where you will be working in a highly dynamic product development environment.

You will be involved in all phases of projects, from conceptual stages to detailed final designs for production. Your role will require good communication skills as you will be working closely together with other design engineers, production and test engineers, the purchasing organization and external suppliers.

This position will support Interior Lead Engineers in the development of new designs and modifications to existing. You will also Create CAD modules and detail dwg's from those designs.

To be successful, you will need a thorough understanding of engineering principles, manufacturing methods, material selection and expert level skills in Catia V5

Note: this is a contract position.

Essential educational and/or training qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent combination of education and experience

Preferred experience and knowledge

• Minimum 5 years relevant work experience


• Automotive industry experience is an asset


• Experience from heavy vehicles is a big plus


• Experience in Catia V5


• Catia surfacing expereince required.


• Experience in PLM system such as Enovia


• Large assembly management skills.

You consider yourself to be:
• Entrepreneurial
• A change agent in the area of technology and state of the art engineering
• Positive to innovative ideas
• Self-motivated and engaged
• Driven to deliver results
• Passionate and willing to build and contribute to a company’s culture