Graphic Designer

Job Description

JSG is seeking a Graphics Designer for a direct hire opportunity in Thousand Oaks, CA .
Position Summary
Our client, a premier B2B buying show that brings together independent retailers, local distributors, brands, and manufacturers. This role supports a high-visibility tradeshow brand where your work directly impacts pre-event marketing, on-site experience, and brand presence across print, digital, and environmental assets.

Salary Range: $85,000-$110,000 (DOE)

Creative Design & Concepting

• Develop original concepts based on creative briefs and direction from the Creative Director and Marketing stakeholders
• Translate marketing messages into clear, compelling visual communication
• Research audience needs, project goals, and competitive landscape before starting design work
• Balance creativity with practicality, timelines, and cost-conscious execution

Brand & Visual Execution

• Apply brand standards across print, digital, video, and environmental design
• Build strong layouts using typography, composition, and color principles
• Create assets supporting the full tradeshow lifecycle, including:
  • Tradeshow graphics & environmental signage
  • Marketing campaigns & advertisements
  • Direct mail & promotional materials
  • Brochures & collateral
  • Email + digital graphics
  • Video and motion/graphic animation
  • Multi-channel brand experiences

Project Management & Collaboration

• Manage multiple projects at once and consistently meet deadlines
• Track schedules, production requirements, and budget considerations
• Communicate progress proactively, flag risks early, and help solve roadblocks
• Partner effectively with internal teams, stakeholders, and external vendors

Production Excellence

• Proofread and quality-check all deliverables prior to release
• Ensure files meet print, digital, and web specifications
• Maintain organized project files, archives, and consistent naming conventions
• Apply working knowledge of print production, including:
  • Mechanical/prepress preparation
  • Print specifications
  • Large-format/environmental graphics
  • Coordinating and directing vendor execution

Digital & Emerging Media

• Apply best practices for web/mobile design
• Support visual storytelling through video and/or motion graphics
• Stay current on emerging AI design tools and incorporate relevant solutions into workflows
• Monitor design trends and industry standards to continuously elevate output

Requirements

• BA/BS in Design or BFA (or equivalent practical experience)
• 8+ years of hands-on graphic and digital design experience
• Expert proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite:
  • Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects, Premiere (Apple/Mac environment)
• Working knowledge of: Figma, HTML5, Canva, CapCut
• Experience using project management tools (e.g., Asana )

Additional Details

• No direct reports
• Standard office environment
• Some travel required
• Physical requirements include standing/sitting, communicating in-person and via phone/email/chat, and occasional bending/stooping; must be able to discern subtle color/value differences

Resume and online portfolio required
On-site skills test will be administered
On-site work environment

Johnson Service Group (JSG) is an Equal Opportunity Employer. JSG provides equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, marital status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.