Graphic Designer

Duvel Moortgat is internationally recognized as a leader in the high-end beer segment and is the fourth largest craft brewery by volume in the United States. The Duvel Moortgat family includes Duvel USA, Boulevard Brewing Company, Brewery Ommegang, and Stone Brewing. Our beers and cocktails are built by our people, who are bound together by a devotion to our products and customers.

About the role

Based at the Boulevard Brewing Co. office in Kansas City, we are looking for a graphic designer who is passionate about beer, branding, packaging design, excited to see their work come to fruition, and hungry to grow. We’re seeking a collaborative partner who enjoys creative thinking, communicating design rationale, and exploring the unknown. We’re a team of scrappy problem solvers who aren’t afraid to raise our hand to take on something new.

Our ideal candidate

• Has a passion for our beer and beverages, an unrelenting drive, an eye for detail, an appreciation of the alternative path, a desire to win, and a good sense of humor
• Embodies our team values to think differently and constantly improve
• Enjoys collaboration, creative problem-solving and bringing anyone’s ideas to life
• Can adapt to different design styles and brand standards across our portfolio
• Keeps up with the latest design trends, technologies and techniques
• Good at receiving and giving feedback
• Sees opportunities in change and challenges
• Great communicator and self-starter
• Effectively manages time, competing projects and multitasks
• Willing to go the extra mile to take the work from good to great
• Is someone you want to have a beer with

Responsibilities

• Develop strong concepts and ideas that help bring our brands to life
• Present and articulate design thinking, strategy and rationale for the choices made; share the process of research, discovery and insights that led to the concepts presented
• Execute selected concepts with an eye for the details and ways to take the work to the next level
• Partner with Brand Managers to help execute business goals through strong creative output
• Participate in conception and art directing product photo shoots
• Work within our project management platform to manage projects and keep a consistent workflow
• Participate in creative critiques and brainstorming
• Embrace the Duvel Moortgat values: Passion, Quality, Sustainability, & Integrity

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, emphasis in marketing preferred
• One to five years in the graphic design field
• Solid knowledge of design principles and technical proficiency in design software
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite including Photoshop, Illustrator and InDesign
• Basic knowledge of Adobe After Effects and creating motion graphics is preferred
• Basic knowledge of Microsoft Office programs; Outlook, Excel, Word
• Proficient in social media and website image creation
• Photography editing skills preferred, primarily for packaging mock-ups
• Ability to work both independently and within a team to accomplish goals
• Strong work ethic: demonstrated ability to plan and manage multiple responsibilities
• Strong judgment and professional maturity
• Strong writing and editing ability
• 1+ years’ experience in beer or other alcoholic beverage industry preferred
• Abiding interest in craft beer culture

Physical Requirements

• Continuous use of hands and fingers for typing, using a mouse, and operating office equipment
• Frequent requirement to remain in a seated position for extended periods during the workday
• Frequent communication with colleagues, management, and external parties via phone, video conferencing, and in-person meetings
• Occasional need to stand or walk within the office environment
• Occasional lifting and carrying (up to 10-15 lbs)

Benefits

• Competitive salary
• Employee bonus
• Medical/dental insurance
• Generous 401(k) retirement plan
• Educational assistance
• Parental leave
• Paid vacation and holidays

But just as important, we offer a great work environment, where everyone contributes to – and shares in the fruits of – our success.