Job Postings From Our Member Companies Title:
GRAPHIC ARTIST | WEB PRODUCER

Post Date
5/10/2013

Expiration Date
7/8/2013

Details:
WHO WE ARE

At American Meadows, our primary focus is to be great at providing home gardeners with the products and knowledge they need to succeed. We work to accomplish this by combining top-quality products, a staff that’s passionate about what we do, the latest in technology and proven direct-to-consumer methods. Our business is growing through adding new products, creating new brands (such as SeedImpressions.com) and via acquisition (HighCountryGardens.com). We are also expanding to additional channels, such as an increased emphasis on wholesale opportunities. At our core, we work with gardeners – people engaged in a pursuit that brings joy, beautifies the world, supports the environment and often puts food on tables. If that sounds intriguing, read on…

OUR CHALLENGE

Gardeners work very hard for results that often do not arrive for months or even years. We want to inspire and inform customers while also closing the sale. We are always looking for ways to leverage our in-house technical and gardening experts to improve how we present ourselves to both existing and perspective customers across a variety of mediums.

WHO YOU ARE & WHAT YOU’D DO

The person we’re looking for considers themself to be both a graphic artist and a techie. You have measureable experience in design as well as the technical skills to convert your graphics to the web. Although much of your time would be spent on web projects, you’d also need to be excited about working on email campaigns, print media and even projects such as brand development and packaging design.

Success in this role will be measured by your ability to produce a significant quantity of work that measurably drives bottom-line results. We utilize Adobe Test & Target, so results are often quantifiable. We have a terrific opportunity to grow our business through better user tools and customer involvement. You would play a major role in both prioritizing and executing the numerous ideas we have to be better at what we do.

Below is a basic overview of the responsibilities. If you or someone you know is interested then Step one is easy: Simply take any one element of our website and show us how you would improve it. Don’t go overboard but tell us how and why we could be doing something better. Also include a resume, but focus on the first aspect as it’s the key to proving that you’re the right fit.

DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Ownership of the overall look-and-feel of company websites. This requires strong design skills, strong web development experience, and a solid understanding of web usability principles.
• Management of content and promotions throughout the sites including, but not limited to the homepage, category pages, product pages, how-to content, and site search.
• Primary person responsible for setting up A/B and multi-variant testing through use of Adobe Test & Target. Continuously looking for opportunities for site or process improvement.
• Assist with the implementation and test of new website functionality.
• Work closely with the copywriters, product managers, customer service, and programmers as needed to bring new content, promotions and functionality to the website.
• Other design projects as needed.

Qualifications:
• Bachelor's Degree
• 3-5 years of experience working in a web production and design position, preferably working with E-commerce or transactional sites.
• Demonstrated advanced proficiency in HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
• Working knowledge or experience with E-commerce platforms, experience with Magento preferred.
• Expertise in Photoshop and Dreamweaver or equivalent programs.
• High degree of competency within all phases of project management, e.g. issue and risk identification and management, change management, tracking dependencies and milestones, communication of overall project status.
• Aptitude for learning new tools with an ability to follow detailed instructions and conform to specific guidelines.
• Proficiency in Microsoft programs, including Excel and Word.
• Ability to prioritize and multitask while meeting deadlines each day. Uses good judgment in making decisions as part of a dynamic group of professionals working towards a variety of e-commerce goals.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Team-minded individual who handles deadlines, is self-motivated and looks to grow their skills while fostering a collaborative and enjoyable work environment.
• Willingness to ‘do what it takes’ to contribute to the success of a small, growing business.
• A knowledge and/or appreciation of gardening is always a plus!

Comments:
Position is mid-level in terms of compensation and will offer a salary commensurate with experience and an excellent benefits package. This role does not currently have any direct reports. Interested candidates should submit a resume and cover letter to jobs@americanmeadows.com

American Meadows is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). Qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, disability, or veteran status. If you need assistance or an accommodation during the application process because of a disability, it is available upon request. The company is pleased to provide such assistance, and no applicant will be penalized as a result of such a request.

Image:


Employer:
American Meadows

Email:
jobs@americanmeadows.com

Website:
http://bit.ly/13mzdQp