Graphic Designer — Visual Storyteller for Print & Digital

5.11, Inc.; Costa Mesa, Northern (CA, KY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Life and AD&D insurance

Hospital Indemnity/Accident insurance

FSA/HSA

Employee Assistance Program

Paid Time Off/Holidays/Sick Time

Casual Dress Code

Employee Discounts

Job summary

5.11, Inc. is seeking a highly creative Graphic Designer to translate ideas from concept through final execution across print and digital channels.

The role partners with copywriters, photographers, stylists, designers, marketing partners, printers, and other cross-functional teams to bring creative projects to life. You''ll design a wide range of materials from digital advertising to catalogs, ensuring brand standards are upheld and projects meet deadlines.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Marketing, or related field, or equivalent experience.
• Experience designing for websites, email, digital advertising, and other digital channels.
• Working knowledge of responsive design and HTML as it relates to digital creative.
• Advanced proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, including InDesign.
• Strong branding, typography, layout, composition, and visual storytelling.
• Ability to interpret and execute established brand guidelines across multiple formats and channels.
• Collaborative approach and ability to work effectively with creative and cross-functional partners.
• Current knowledge of design trends, technology, and industry software.

Responsibilities

• Develop creative concepts and translate ideas into compelling visual designs.
• Design a wide range of print and digital marketing materials, including digital advertising, email, website assets, point-of-sale materials, store graphics, sales collateral, catalogs, direct mail, brochures, event and display graphics, packaging, and brand materials.
• Partner with copywriters, photographers, stylists, designers, marketing partners, printers, and other cross-functional teams to bring creative projects to life.
• Interpret creative briefs and stakeholder needs and develop design solutions that deliver strong visual impact.
• Incorporate feedback and refine designs through final stakeholder approval.
• Partner closely with creative leads and project managers to communicate project status, priorities, and timelines.
• Receive and execute against creative direction while contributing ideas and recommendations throughout the design process.
• Collaborate with other designers to maintain consistency and elevate the overall quality of creative work.
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines while maintaining accurate project tracking and proofing.
• Ensure final work aligns with brand standards and is accurate, polished, and ready for production.

Skills

Creative concept development

Digital design

Typography

Layout & composition

Collaboration

Design trends

Education

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

InDesign

HTML

Responsive design

Job description

5.11, Inc. is seeking a highly creative Graphic Designer to translate ideas from concept through final execution across print and digital channels.

The role partners with copywriters, photographers, stylists, designers, marketing partners, printers, and other cross-functional teams to bring creative projects to life. You''ll design a wide range of materials from digital advertising to catalogs, ensuring brand standards are upheld and projects meet deadlines.