Jr. Graphic Designer

Gardens Alive!® Inc. is one of the largest distributors of gardening products across the U.S. and Canada, providing home gardening solutions through a family of proven catalog and e-commerce brands. Gardens Alive!® Inc. ships millions of plants, seeds, trees, and bulbs annually and also operates a number of non-horticulture gift brands offering puzzles, games, home and outdoor décor, linens and apparel. With 10 locations across the U.S. and internationally, Gardens Alive!® Inc. employs 1000 Full-time and seasonal employees and is currently seeking a talented and motivated Junior Graphic Designer to join our creative team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for executing a variety of creative projects and handling both digital and print production design tasks. This role is perfect for someone who is detail-oriented, eager to learn, and ready to contribute.

This is a hybrid role consisting of a combination of work from home days and established in-office days at our Tipp City, Ohio location. This full-time role comes with a competitive benefits package that includes Health, Vision, Dental, 401k with company match, paid time off, and more.

Jr. Graphic Designer Job Responsibilities:

• Assist in developing concepts and designs for marketing campaigns, social media, advertisements, and e-commerce websites.
• Collaborate with internal marketing and creative teams to create visually compelling content that aligns with brand guidelines.
• Design and produce digital assets, including banners, email templates, web graphics, social media content, and e-commerce A content.
• Prepare print-ready files for product catalogs, packaging, and printed marketing materials.
• Maintain and uphold brand standards across all projects for multiple brands.
• Ensure all deliverables are aligned with the company’s visual identity and messaging.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, meeting deadlines and prioritizing tasks effectively.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams marketing, merchandising, copywriting and sales, to support various initiatives.
• Make revisions based on feedback from key stakeholders.
• Present creative concepts in internal meetings with detailed reasoning and strategy.

Qualifications/Skills:

A successful candidate for this role will be curious and creative with a passion for the technical execution of design and is eager to learn from others.

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
• Strong understanding of design principles, typography, color theory, and layout.
• Knowledge of print production processes and file preparation.
• Familiarity with digital design best practices, including responsive design and optimizing assets for web and social media.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Some experience with video editing or motion graphics (e.g., Adobe After Effects, Premiere Pro) is a plus.
• Experience with email marketing/design is a plus.
• A strong creative portfolio demonstrating diverse design capabilities.
• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, Visual Communication, or a related field is preferred,
• Associate’s degree in graphic design, Visual Communication, or a related field plus comparable work experience will be considered.
• 1-2 years of experience in graphic design on an agency or in-house creative team with a focus on marketing (internships or freelance work may be considered).