Aftermarket Performance Group
Graphic Designer
Location: 100% Remote in the following states only: AR, AZ, CA, CO, CT, FL, GA, IA, ID, IL, IN, KY, MA, MN, MT, NV, OH, OK, PA, TX, UT, WA, WI
Salary: $22 – $28 Non-Exempt
Shift/Schedule: Monday – Friday 8am – 5pm MST.
2 Positions Available
- One position will support our Automotive aftermarket brands in the Japanese Sport Compact and associated markets.
- One position will support our Automotive aftermarket brands accessories in the truck, Jeep and off-road markets.
Job Summary
The Graphic Designer position is responsible for creating visual communications and images for our Automotive aftermarket brands through various media platforms. Design and create graphics to meet advertising needs with promotional items including emails, banners, contests, magazine advertisements, t-Shirts, show booths, business cards, photos, catalogs, calendars, company website and any other marketing platform. Reports to the Marketing Manager.
Primary Duties & Responsibilities
- Determine size and arrangement of illustrative material and copy, and select style and size of type
- Collaborate with other departments, teams and leaders to achieve stated goals.
- Develop graphics and layouts for product illustrations, company logos, and Internet websites
- Review final layouts and suggest improvements as needed
- Prepare illustrations or rough sketches of material, discussing them with vendors and manager and make necessary changes.
- Use computer software to generate creative marketing graphics and images
- Maintain archive of images, photos, or previous work products
- Draw and print charts, graphs, illustrations, and other artwork, using computer software.
- Research new software or design concepts.
- Determine designs and redesign of various images
- Stay current on marketing trends
- Assist with sending out new product releases.
- Other duties as assigned.
Education & Experience Qualifications
- Associates degree in Graphic Design or Visual Media; or, combination of education and work-related experience
- Ability to upload online portfolio demonstrating graphic design skills required
- Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite to include: Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
Job Requirements
- Passionate and knowledgeable about the automotive industry (preferred)
- Demonstrated “out of the box” thinking and ability to work autonomously
- Willingness to learn new products, vehicles, and techniques
- Understand latest trends in graphic design
- Ability to manage multiple projects at the same time with unmatched time management skills
Behavioral Competencies
- Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Strong organizational skills and creative thinker.
- Ability to work independently and meet deadlines
- Customer service oriented.
Technical Competencies
- Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite to include: Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign, Lightroom
We offer a full benefits package for eligible employees including:
- Medical, dental, and health insurance
- 401k with company match & immediate vesting
- PTO (Paid Time Off)
- Short term and Long-Term Disability
- Life Insurance and more!
Aftermarket Performance Group (APG) is a fast-growing leader in the automotive enthusiast industry. APG is comprised of three main divisions: Retail (E-commerce and installation), Wholesale, and Manufacturing. Inside these divisions are segments that target specific vehicle markets such as Truck, Jeep, Sport Compact and Offroad, featuring iconic names that resonate with enthusiasts worldwide. The companies that make up APG contain experts of their craft and real automotive enthusiasts that have created some of the foremost leaders in their markets. Our expertise across all levels of the performance parts marketplace gives us an edge over our competition and are staffed by enthusiasts who live in the automotive community every day. Our family of businesses currently includes RallySport Direct, Subispeed, FTSpeed, Northridge4x4, Stage 3 Motorsports, TrailRecon, Premier Performance Products, Truck Tech Distributing, GrimmSpeed, PRL Motorsports, Adams Driveshaft, OLM, Grimm Off-road, FactionFab, and several more.
Candidates must pass a pre-employment background check, and a drug test where applicable, for safety related positions upon hire (please note, not all charges disqualify you from employment). If this is an accounting position you need to add in pass a credit check / or if it is for a driving position you need to add in MVR check
APG is an equal opportunity employer. This job description is subject to change without notice. This description is intended to explain the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an entire list of all activities, tasks and skills required of people in this position.