Freebirds is hiring a hardworking, team-oriented, and creative Graphic Designer to join the marketing team. The Graphic Designer strategizes and executes all marketing-related designs for the restaurants, digital communications, and corporate office. This includes the research, concept, design, quoting, and production phases involved in the overall material creation of digital and printed materials. This person will maintain existing marketing and support materials, as well as create new. Freebirds is a quickly growing company, which encourages you to grow and flex your skills.

We run on the Entrepreneurial Operating System (“EOS”) where everyone is working towards the same Vision. All positions maintain key quarterly objectives and clear accountabilities. The main accountabilities for this role are:

1. Fulfill marketing creative/ graphic design needs

2. Support other departments design needs

3. Ensure consistent and on-brand visual identity

Our Mission, Vision, and Values:

• Mission: To deliver Craveable food and It’s Your World service to every guest as One Tribe.
• Vision: To be the largest, most loved burrito brand in Texas.
• Values: Teamwork, Relentlessness, Integrity, Best in Class, Empowerment “TRIBE.”

General Responsibilities

• Responsible for the creative conception and development of printed and digital projects for Freebirds, including internal and external marketing materials, in-store signage, website, social graphics, web banners, animated video content, email design and packaging.
• Partner with agencies to develop in-restaurant materials and communications including design of promotional materials for quarterly limited time offers, including printed materials, social media assets, emails, and website elements
• Design and update menus in the restaurant and online
• Possess the ability to work in a multi-project, deadline-driven environment in an efficient manner
• Collaborate with the team and the creative agency to create original digital designs that support the brand in the digital space
• Completes all duties as assigned

Requirements

Submit a link to your digital portfolio

• Bachelor's degree in graphic design or related field
• 3+ years’ experience in Graphic Design/Illustration
• Good knowledge and ability to assess production standards, timelines, and quality of graphic art being produced
• In-depth knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite or Indesign software
• Project management skills from concept to completion
• Knowledge of computer file organization and ability to maintain libraries
• Superior/Excellent attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills
• Photography – ability to set up, direct and shoot food
• Videography – ability to shoot and edit (After Effects & Adobe Premier)
• Execute additional local restaurant programs as needed, including direct mail and local marketing
• Design and optimize digital assets for both mobile and desktop
• Ensure that brand standards are met in all marketing communication materials and take an active role in proofing all materials before they go into production
• Receive and implement design feedback effectively and professionally
• Must be a team player, able to work within tight deadlines on multiple projects, while maintaining a positive attitude
• Strategic thinker with the ability to solve problems, even when they are not fully defined
• Experience with platforms like Microsoft Office or Dropbox is preferred but the willingness to learn is required
• Must be an expert in interpreting and communicating brand guidelines

Why work for Freebirds?

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• HSA with $1000 Match per year
• PTO + 14 paid holidays
• Paid Parental Leave
• 401K Eligible after 3 months
• FSA & Pet Insurance Options
• Free Access to company Gym
• Ticket, event, and gym partnership discounts
• Free Burritos!!!

ABOUT US:

Working at Freebirds is about more than serving great food. It’s an inclusive place, where our Tribe and guests come first. Today, we have over 60 restaurants in Texas and are 1400 employees strong. We have rapid growth ahead and plan to double in size by 2025. Together, we work towards our Vision, which is to be the largest, most loved burrito brand in Texas. We hire for our Values: Teamwork, Relentlessness, Integrity, Best in Class, and Empowerment. And every day we work towards our Mission to deliver Craveable Food and It’s Your World Service to every guest as one Tribe.

As part of the interview process, Freebirds requires reference checks from previous supervisors.