Graphics Designer

Job Role: Graphics Designer

Job Address: Moorpark, CA 93021
Work Location Type: Onsite
Perm Role

Client is seeking a Graphics Designer for a direct hire opportunity in Thousand Oaks, CA.

Position Summary
Our client, a premier B2B buying show that brings together independent retailers, local distributors, brands, and manufacturers. This role supports a high-visibility tradeshow brand where your work directly impacts pre-event marketing, on-site experience, and brand presence across print, digital, and environmental assets.

Creative Design & Concepting

• Develop original concepts based on creative briefs and direction from the Creative Director and Marketing stakeholders
• Translate marketing messages into clear, compelling visual communication
• Research audience needs, project goals, and competitive landscape before starting design work
• Balance creativity with practicality, timelines, and cost-conscious execution

Brand & Visual Execution

• Apply brand standards across print, digital, video, and environmental design
• Build strong layouts using typography, composition, and color principles
• Create assets supporting the full tradeshow lifecycle, including:
• Tradeshow graphics & environmental signage
• Marketing campaigns & advertisements
• Direct mail & promotional materials
• Brochures & collateral
• Email + digital graphics
• Video and motion/graphic animation
• Multi-channel brand experiences

Project Management & Collaboration

• Manage multiple projects at once and consistently meet deadlines
• Track schedules, production requirements, and budget considerations
• Communicate progress proactively, flag risks early, and help solve roadblocks
• Partner effectively with internal teams, stakeholders, and external vendors

Production Excellence

• Proofread and quality-check all deliverables prior to release
• Ensure files meet print, digital, and web specifications
• Maintain organized project files, archives, and consistent naming conventions
• Apply working knowledge of print production, including:
• Mechanical/prepress preparation
• Print specifications
• Large-format/environmental graphics
• Coordinating and directing vendor execution

Digital & Emerging Media

• Apply best practices for web/mobile design
• Support visual storytelling through video and/or motion graphics
• Stay current on emerging AI design tools and incorporate relevant solutions into workflows
• Monitor design trends and industry standards to continuously elevate output

Requirements

• BA/BS in Design or BFA (or equivalent practical experience)
• 8+ years of hands-on graphic and digital design experience
• Expert proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects, Premiere (Apple/Mac environment)
• Working knowledge of: Figma, HTML5, Canva, CapCut
• Experience using project management tools (e.g., Asana)

Additional Details

• No direct reports
• Standard office environment
• Some travel required
• Physical requirements include standing/sitting, communicating in-person and via phone/email/chat, and occasional bending/stooping; must be able to discern subtle color/value differences
• CV and online portfolio required
• On-site skills test will be administered
• On-site work environment