Responsible for assisting the Graphic Design Manager in determining and preparing color and graphic design (and other related design) for products, with a focus on product graphics.

How You'll Contribute:

• Creates graphics and colors for a variety of product lines.
• Works closely with Marketing and Product Development Team to ensure designs and materials are aligned with brand look and feel.
• Responsible for researching in and out of industry style trends; preparing competitive analysis of the findings for group review.
• Responsible for creating graphic comps, decal sheets and placement charts for bicycle graphics.
• Responsible for communication with decal makers and assembly factories to ensure proper execution of graphic direction in production.
• Responsible for designing carton artwork, hang tag artwork and any other visual material included in the OEM spec of the product.
• Keeps products current with new and developing trends in the industry.
• Organizes and maintains design and decal files.
• Follows internal controls and company policies as set by company and job function.
• Assists the marketing design team with overflow work when possible.
• Contributes to the success of company by assisting with or leading other projects and tasks as assigned.
• Domestic and International travel required. Follow internal controls and company policies as set by company and job function.
• Contribute to the success of company by leading or assisting with other projects and tasks as assigned

What You Bring to the Table:

• Graphic Art background required, to include a Bachelor's Degree or Technical Degree.
• Experience with Illustrator, InDesign, Quark, Photoshop and/or other related programs required.
• Must be familiar with Macintosh computer systems.
• Knowledge of basic marketing principles required.
• Ability to work in a team environment required.
• Excellent communication skills required.
• Ability to work in a fast paced, tight deadline environment
• Experience with Asian manufacturing helpful.
• Experience in product decal and color design helpful.
• Prior work experience in marketing or product development helpful.
• Knowledge of MS Office applications beneficial.
• Understanding of the product development process helpful.
• Experience with Flash or other web-based design software.

Some of our Great Benefits:

• Comprehensive Medical/Prescription/Dental/Vision plans
• Hybrid work environment
• Generous Paid Time Off Programs
• Life & Disability Insurance
• FSA/HSA/Dependent Care FSA
• 401k and company match
• Commuter Incentive Program
• Volunteer Time Off
• Voluntary benefits (critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurances)
• Great discounts on company products
• Employee Wellness Program
• EAP benefit
• Parental Leave program
• Access to group home and auto insurance
• A mix of casual yet professional culture

Don't meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Cannondale we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive, and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All persons shall have the opportunity to be considered for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, alienage or citizenship status, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, disability, military service and veteran status, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state or local laws. We will endeavor to make a reasonable accommodation for the known physical or mental limitations of a qualified applicant with a disability unless the accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the operation of our business. If you believe you require such assistance to apply for a role with or participate in the hiring process with the Company, please let us know.