Associate Graphic Designer

The Bernard Group Inc; Chanhassen (MN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 50,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid parental leave

Stock ownership plan

401k with match

Flexible work hours

Tuition reimbursement

Employee referral program

Safe & Clean manufacturing environment

Job summary

The Bernard Group in Chanhassen, MN seeks an Associate Graphic Designer to translate brands into print, packaging, signage, and multi‑channel assets. You’ll collaborate with senior designers and cross‑functional teams to concept, sketch, and deliver production‑ready artwork on tight deadlines.

Seeking a 3+ year designer with a strong portfolio, familiarity with typography and color theory, and proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite; experience with Figma or SketchUp is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or related field.
• 3+ years of professional design experience in graphic or 2D design.
• Strong portfolio showcasing brand and layout work and production-ready artwork.
• Familiarity with typography, color theory, brand systems, and print production.

Responsibilities

• Translate board concepts into graphics for retail environments, signage, packaging, and fixtures.
• Balance creative quality with project guidelines and budgets.
• Contribute to all stages of the design lifecycle from sketching to final artwork.

Skills

Design concepts

Sketching

Typography

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Figma

KeyShot

SketchUp

Job description

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Associate Graphic Designer

Full Time Contributor MN01, Chanhassen, MN, US

2 days ago Requisition ID: 2090

Do you want to work for a company where your co-workers are co-owners? We are 100% employee owned! At The Bernard Group, we work to wow. As a visual merchandising company leading the retail industry in design and production, we come together as a team to win big for some of the most successful brands in the world. Since we’re an employee‑owned company, we don’t just list our values, we live them, providing the highest‑quality products and services day in and day out. And we do it all with sustainable materials carefully sourced from eco‑friendly partners that support social change and community involvement.

As our Associate Graphic Designer, you’ll play a key role in bringing brands to life through compelling designs across print, packaging, signage, presentations, and more. Partnering closely with senior designers, Account and Design teams, you’ll help conceptualize fresh creative approaches and develop visual assets that elevate multi‑channel marketing and fixturing campaigns. From sketching and storytelling to design execution and presentation prep, this role balances creativity with precision—delivering exceptional design work on time, every time.

Shift available: Monday through Friday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm

A variety of these traits will help land you this job if you have:

• a bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Communication Design, or a related field
• 3+ years of professional design experience in graphic or 2D design, ideally in retail, exhibit, packaging, or branded environments
• strong portfolio showcasing conceptual sketches, brand and layout work, and production‑ready artwork
• Familiarity with typography, color theory, brand systems, and print production

On top of that you must be able to:

• bring a strong eye for design theory, spatial visualization, typography, and composition
• develop quick thumbnail sketches and digital concepts to explore style directions efficiently
• demonstrate proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, with exposure to Figma, KeyShot, or SketchUp
• display meticulous attention to detail in prepress production, dielines, color management, and artwork packaging
• organize information with precision and maintain exceptional attention to detail
• communicate design ideas effectively and collaborate constructively with cross‑functional teams
• prepare visual comps, mockups, and mood boards to bring retail concepts to life
• work independently to manage assigned task workflows across multiple active projects
• leverage experience in print execution across various graphic substrates, including acrylic, vinyl, metal, and corrugate
• stay proactive and curious about new materials, design trends, and production techniques

In this position you'll:

• assist in translating board creative concepts, briefs, and marketing strategies into precise graphics for retail environments, signage, packaging, and fixtures
• approach design solutions with a strong visual taste and attention to merchant needs while maintaining creative quality within project guidelines and budgets
• contribute to all stages of the design lifecycle from early‑stage sketching, ideation, and design exploration to final artwork execution
• balance assigned tasks across multiple active projects and organize deliverables efficiently to meet deadlines in a fast‑paced environment
• participate in actively in design reviews, brainstorming sessions, and presentation prep while incorporating constructive feedback to refine work
• build press‑ready print files, custom dielines, bleeds, and color specification independently while reviewing proofs to ensure technical precession across various fixture sizes
• gather visual, typographic, and material references to inform concept work while continuously exploring new trends and design techniques
• maintain meticulous organization of artwork files, fonts, brand assets, and references for seamless team collaboration and future access
• adapt quickly to shifting project priorities and take on miscellaneous design tasks to support broader team goals

To get hired at The Bernard Group, you MUST be:

• able to effectively communicate, both verbally and in writing. Strong interpersonal skills including, demonstrated listening skills and the ability to present ideas and thoughts concisely and effectively both internally and outside the organization
• willing to admit when you make a mistake (it happens to the best of us)
• fiercely loyal to both our customers and team
• trustworthy, reliable, and easy to get along with
• enthusiastic and eager to take on new challenges
• adaptable and willing to wear whatever hat gets the job done

TBG Overview:

• We're a 1,000-person visual merchandising company.
• We are 100% employee‑owned.
• We offer a generous paid time off benefit that increases with tenure
• This is a full‑time position.

Compensation Range: $45,000 - $50,000 annually

*Range reflects our good‑faith assessment of our hiring range for this role based on market conditions, experience level, and internal equity considerations.

Benefits Overview:

The Bernard Group offers a competitive variety of benefits designed just for you:

• Paid parental leave
• Retirement Savings programs:
  • Employee Stock Ownership Plan-100% Employee‑Owned
  • 401k with a company match
• Flexible Work Hours
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Employee Referral Program
• Safe & Clean Manufacturing Environment

What, still want more? We have it.

• A culture of freedom, trust and a passion for excellence!
• Collaboration and teamwork
• Talented, empowered and engaged co‑workers by your side
• We have fun!

The Art of Teams at TBG:

We came to understand how small teams of top talent with the right chemistry will consistently outperform a centralized production process. We put a great amount of energy into building individual teams in order to handle the speed and details of retail. It’s the difference between average and being a world class service provider.