Americans who protect loved ones, communities, our Country, and our way of life choose Staccato. These heroes perform their best with our 2011® pistols and know we have their backs for life. With a customer-first mindset, we create relationships with Staccato owners and are focused on delivering them the best of American ingenuity and manufacturing through our portfolio of 2011® pistols for duty and defense, concealed carry, and competition. Insanely accurate and easy to shoot well, Staccato pistols are trusted by many elite law enforcement teams, such as the US Marshals SOG, the Texas Rangers, and LAPD’s prestigious Metro unit. Staccato pistols are fast becoming the pistol of choice for professionals, civilians, and shooters of all skill levels. Proudly made in America and handcrafted in the heart of Texas, over 25% of our team members are veterans, and 100% are patriots. We strive relentlessly to achieve our best, a common bond we share with our employees and customers.
THE MISSION
We protect freedom. We proudly build the best product possible for those who protect and embody American freedoms.
THE POSITION
Staccato is seeking a Visual Designer to support our growing Creative team. Reporting to the Senior Producer of Brand and working on the Creative team, you will be an integral part of telling important stories and crafting engaging design. Working closely with the Senior Producer & CMO to create visual assets that define the Staccato family of brands.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
Design and development of product launches and brand campaigns, including design, layout, and illustration. Development of creative guides, asset kits, and design of assets for all Staccato web properties. Create social media content, and dynamic brand creative.
Work across a range of media, such as blogs, podcasts, social media, and event creative.
Problem solve and find multiple design solutions, especially under narrow parameters and timelines.
Conceptualize and execute web and print advertising campaigns, trade show graphics, logos, banners, and event booth design.
Be able to think beyond current projects with an understanding of how design solutions made today can affect future applications.
Successfully manage time, workflow, and schedule to meet strict and sometimes aggressive deadlines while still meeting Staccato Brand guidelines, voice, & aesthetic.
Design templates, guides, and other material for partners and internal use, including internal presentation decks.
Educational Background/Work Experience
Qualifications
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
5+ years' experience in creative services for a high-growth company
A proven ability to define and achieve departmental objectives, strategies and develop plans with achievable timelines
A solutions-oriented mentality
Expert in Adobe Creative Suite programs
Expert in MS Office, specifically PowerPoint.
Firm understanding of mobile-first UX, web standards and best ecomm practices
Firm understanding of print techniques and materials
Keen eye for detail
A growth mindset: track record of leveraging past learnings, encouraging new ideas and smart risk taking in self and others
Strong communication skills with a proven ability to build cross functional partnerships to make effective decisions collaboratively
Positive presence with ability to compel and inspire internal and external audiences.
Committed to thoughtfully giving and receiving feedback