Graphic Designer 2

Garmin; Olathe (KS); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Garmin is seeking a full-time Graphic Designer 2 for our U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area. You will provide strategically-focused creative solutions for traditional and digital media, preparing final artwork for production on moderately complex projects.

Responsibilities include leading reviews, coordinating layouts, and directing small photo/video shoots while ensuring Garmin’s brand standards across print and digital campaigns.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent required.
• Proficient in Mac OS and Adobe Creative Suite.
• Portfolio demonstrating experience in design and layout.
• Ability to estimate level of effort for tasks.
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate, conceptualize and design layouts for moderately complex projects and presentations.
• Lead creative reviews across multiple project types.
• Oversee layouts into finished comps for production and printer specs.
• Ensure brand alignment with team partners.
• Develop print, social, digital assets and more.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Interpersonal skills

Detail-oriented

Time management

Multitasking

Problem solving

Conflict resolution

Aptitude to learn

Education

Bachelor’s degree

College degree in Visual Communication, Graphic Design or related field

Tools

Adobe InDesign

Adobe Photoshop

Adobe Illustrator

Keynote

Figma

Job description

Overview

In support of our growing Garmin Marathon Series and merchandising efforts, we are seeking a full-time

Overview

In support of our growing Garmin Marathon Series and merchandising efforts, we are seeking a full-time Graphic Designer 2 at Garmin's U.S. headquarters in the Greater Kansas City area. In this role, you will be responsible for providing strategically-focused creative solutions for traditional and digital mediums and preparing final artwork for production on moderately complex projects.

Essential Functions

• Coordinate, conceptualize and design layouts for moderately complex projects and presentations
• Exercise independent judgment to lead creative reviews across multiple moderately complex project types
• Oversee layouts into finished comps for approvals and for final production, including printer and vendor specifications
• Identify and define project parameters in collaboration with team members and business partners to ensure brand alignment
• Complete broadly-defined, moderately complex projects for print, social, digital and more, leveraging knowledge of multiple creative disciplines
• Evaluate proposed and ongoing programs and projects to provide meaningful feedback and direction
• Collaborate and add value in design reviews
• Proactively recommend improvement of processes, standards and guidelines
• Apply a sense of urgency, commitment and focus on the right priorities
• Work collaboratively and professionally with other Garmin associates and perform as a contributor on cross functional teams to achieve goals
• Understand and apply Garmin's Mission, Vision, Values & Quality Policy
• Direct small-scale photo and video shoots

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree AND a minimum of 1 year related work experience OR an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Excellent academic qualifications with ability to effectively apply learned knowledge
• Proficient in Mac OS computer skills utilizing the Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop and Illustrator) and Keynote
• Portfolio demonstrating experience in developing basic projects in design and layout
• Good awareness in the application of pre-press production methods and final production follow through
• Good working awareness of various methods and resources to implement a concept or idea
• Aptitude to learn and effectively apply knowledge of Communications practices, processes, programs and technology
• Ability to estimate the level of effort for a task
• Demonstrate strong and effective verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
• Must be detail-oriented and demonstrate the ability to prioritize and multitask effectively
• Must be team-oriented, possess a positive attitude, and work well with others
• Demonstrate basic knowledge of Garmin’s organization, customers, market segments, products, operations and strategies
• Demonstrate effective time management, organizational and follow-up skills with a keen attention to detail and quality Problem solving and conflict resolution experience

Desired Qualifications

• Working knowledge of Figma
• College degree in Visual Communication, Graphic Design or related field
• Experience designing materials and campaigns for sports events

Garmin International is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran’s status, age or disability.

This position is eligible for Garmin's benefit program. Details can be found here: Garmin Benefits