Graphic Designer - Retail Job at Sazerac in Louisville

Overview

Sazerac Company Overview

Build your career at Sazerac! With almost 400 years of rich history, Sazerac Company has thrived as an independent, American family-owned company with operations in the United States and around the world. Since the 2000s, Sazerac has averaged double digit growth every year! Sazerac Company produces and markets the most award-winning bourbons and whiskeys in the world, including Buffalo Trace, Pappy Van Winkle, Eagle Rare, Blanton’s, Traveller, and Sazerac Rye. Additionally, Sazerac owns many popular brands across a range of spirits, including Fireball, Svedka, Wheatley, BuzzBallz, Southern Comfort, Seagram’s V.O., Myers’s, Goldschläger, Parrot Bay, 99 Brand, and Platinum Vodka.

We’re proud of our award-winning culture and distilleries. Our Louisville office has been named one of the “Best Places to Work in Kentucky” four times, and our Buffalo Trace Distillery has earned the title of “world’s most award-winning distillery” through the dedication of our craftsmen for well over 200 years. Whether you’re a recent graduate or an experienced professional, Sazerac provides extraordinary opportunities for growth with competitive salaries and benefits in an exciting, entrepreneurial industry.

Position

Associate Designer – Retail

As the Associate Designer – Retail, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your skills in brand development, below-the-line marketing tools, team collaboration, project management, and creative exploration. This role is ideal for an ambitious designer eager to hone their craft and directly contribute to company growth. You’ll gain hands-on experience in Point-of-Sale (POS), shelf design, while managing multiple projects and meeting tight deadlines.

Key Responsibilities

Graphic Design & Communication :

Design compelling, promotion-specific materials that reflect established brand positioning.

Develop and edit creative work to align with specifications from Art Directors and Marketing Managers.

Provide artwork and assets for promotional materials, POS, labels, premiums, and tasting kits.

Brand Asset Development :

Assist in creating and implementing iconic and ownable assets across the brand portfolio.

Build brand toolkits to ensure consistency across all visual elements and touchpoints.

Cross-Functional Collaboration :

Identify and involve cross-functional partners needed to support key projects and processes.

Develop and maintain design standards and creative assets for all brands and corporate entities.

External Design Management :

Manage outsourced design projects as needed, ensuring high-quality output when internal capacity is limited.

Professional Development :

Leverage the PDS system to identify areas for personal improvement and boost overall effectiveness in achieving goals.

Qualifications / Requirements

Bachelor's degree in graphic arts or related field

Experience designing POS materials and print to establish brand positioning in retail settings

Ability to manage multiple projects at one time

Proficient w / Adobe Creative Suite

Detail Oriented

Strong planning and organizational skills

Possess a well-rounded portfolio

Preferred

3+ years’ experience with design agency or similar role

Ability to quickly learn new systems / processes

Strong analytical and technical skills

Physical Requirements

Ability to identify and distinguish colors

A valid driver's license

Ability to pay attention to detail

Ability to read and write

Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting

Clear vision at 20 inches or less

Strong communication skills

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Why Sazerac?

Innovative and Forward-Thinking : Join a company that values innovation and excellence and is driving the future of the beverage industry.

Rich Tradition : Join a team with a strong heritage of craftsmanship and quality, creating memorable experiences for our customers.

Collaborative Environment : Work in an inclusive, collaborative atmosphere where your ideas and expertise are valued.

Growth Focused : Join an industry leader that has a reputation for continuous growth.

Culture and Benefits

A career at Sazerac offers you the opportunity to reach your full potential as part of a creative, decisive, high-performance team. Sazerac values the needs and wants of our team members and offers inclusive benefits to attract and retain the best talent. Our culture is built upon the values of hard work, diligence and personal responsibility.

Sazerac Team Members enjoy :

Competitive Pay

Comprehensive Benefits from Day One including medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance.

Family Coverage : Options to cover family members, including domestic partners.

401(k) Plan : Immediate access to a matching 401(k) plan.

Flexible Time Away : Enjoy paid time off (PTO), holidays, and parental leave.

Mental Health and Wellness : Access to mental health care and wellness incentive programs.

Educational Support : Benefit from tuition reimbursement and our scholarship program for dependents of Sazerac team members.

Fun Extras : Enjoy branded apparel, fun events, and a team member bottle purchase program.

Training and Development : Opportunities for professional growth and development.

Benefits, salary range, and programs may vary by role or location. For roles within our commercial team - the Salary range refers to base salary only and does not include car allowance, annual bonus, fuel or cell phone reimbursement. Please ask your Talent Acquisition Partner for more information about our total rewards package. Sazerac is committed to equality of opportunity without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, veteran status, age, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, genetic information, physical or mental disability or any other legally protected status.

MinUSD $57,355.00 / Yr. MaxUSD $86,033.00 / Yr.

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