Graphic Designer & Marketing Coordinator

About the Role

South City Print is seeking a creative, organized Graphic Designer & Marketing Coordinator to assist in transforming marketing ideas into completed projects. This role involves designing materials for South City Print and its customers, with a focus on direct mail, and coordinating marketing campaigns from inception to completion. Initially, the company owner will provide strategy and primary copywriting, with the coordinator managing creative execution and project details.

Key Responsibilities

• Graphic Design & Creative Services

• Design postcards, letters, self-mailers, newsletters, brochures, booklets, flyers, and other print and digital marketing materials for South City Print and customers.

• Prepare production-ready artwork, manage revisions, and maintain brand consistency.

• Utilize appropriate digital and AI tools to improve creative work and efficiency.

• Marketing & Direct Mail Coordination

• Assist in implementing direct mail and email campaigns, coordinating design, mailing lists, timelines, production, and follow-up with internal staff.

• Support customer communications, the "Printspiration" newsletter, and the marketing calendar; organize campaign activity and assist with tracking results.

• Contribute campaign ideas, messaging, and process improvements as experience grows.

• Customer Support & Special Projects

• Assist customers with marketing-related design projects and prepare mockups, samples, and presentations for prospective customers.

• Collaborate with customer service and production; support PlanProphet marketing activities, Private Print Ordering Sites, email templates, website updates, and other related projects.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Strong design portfolio.
• Proficiency in Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop.
• Excellent organization, attention to detail, communication, initiative, and follow-through.
• Ability to manage multiple projects, work independently, collaborate with a small team, and learn new technology.

Qualifications

• Preferred, Not Required: Training or degree in graphic design, marketing, communications, or a related field.
• Preferred, Not Required: One to three years of relevant experience.
• Preferred, Not Required: Commercial print production, direct mail, email marketing, CRM, or basic copywriting experience.

Compensation & Schedule

• Salary: $45,000 - $47,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications.
• Hours: 39 hours weekly (8 AM - 4 PM Monday-Thursday, 8 AM - 3 PM Friday).
• Work Location: On-site in Charlotte, NC.