Advertising Designer

Job Description

Are you a self-motivated, resourceful problem-solver with a “we’re all in this together” attitude? Are you passionate about connecting 417-landers to what’s best and what’s next in our community, helping them to fully enjoy their life in 417-land?

FourOneSeven is a regional lifestyle company in southwest Missouri. The multimedia company owns and produces 417 Magazine, Biz 417, 417mag.com, biz417.com, 417 Custom Publishing and high impact thought leadership events.

FourOneSeven is looking for a graphic designer with a skill for campaign creation and telling a client's story through visual assets. If you are  looking for opportunities for growth and advancement and you’re ready for the next step in your career, apply today.

Responsibilities

This position produces effective, high quality advertisements and multimedia elements while providing excellent customer service in a deadline-driven atmosphere. Duties include:

  • Create visually appealing and effective advertisements for all platforms under direction of the art director.
  • Work with internal teammates, including Account Executive(s) and Account Coordinator, to produce high quality advertisements for all client initiatives.
  • Create advertising campaigns.
  • Write and source copy for advertisements including creative headlines, when needed.
  • Design in-house brand materials, as needed. This includes branded materials for all events, promotions, and advertisements for the 417 family of brands.
  • Utilize customer relationship management (CRM) system to document and receive direction.
  • Maintain knowledge of CRM to constantly improve efficiency and effectiveness.
  • Assist with the production process for print publications.
  • Meet deadlines while maintaining quality standards.
  • Assist with and art direct photoshoots, as needed.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will excel in professional communication, have a strong attention to detail, demonstrate good judgment and the ability to evaluate tasks and prioritize effectively, excellent design skills, visual creativity, and strong understanding of typography.

A Bachelor's degree in graphic design or equivalent experience and education is required, with 1+ years of on-the-job experience.

Evaluations and Outcomes:

The position will be evaluated after 90 days with annual performance reviews.

Working Conditions

Normal working conditions in an office environment absent extreme factors. Travel will be required, even after hours or on weekends, for local community events.

Benefits

417

Job Type

Full Time
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In Office

About

417

At 417 Magazine, local love comes naturally to us, and we’re here to root for the people, places and experiences that make our home in southwest Missouri unique.

In your mailbox, your inbox, or your neighborhood, we’re always in your corner as the go-to source for good times that need to be shared. We cover the best-kept secrets and beloved traditions of the Ozarks, from our headquarters in Springfield, Missouri to surrounding communities and driving-distance destinations.

Telling the story of our region since 1998, the 417 brand includes the flagship 417 Magazine, Biz 417 and year-round signature events.

We work hard to keep you in-the-know with stories backed by years of credibility and community engagement. We're here to shine a light on our community and to inspire a life full of experiences, passion, purpose and pride in 417-land.

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