Graphic Design Specialist

Company Description

Eataly is the world’s largest artisanal Italian food and beverage marketplace! Eataly is not a chain; each Eataly is different, with its own character and own theme – but all with the same aim... for our guests to:

• EAT authentic Italian food at our restaurants, cafés and to-go counters
• SHOP a selection of high-quality Italian, local and homemade products
• LEARN through our classes and our team’s product knowledge

Job Description

JOB OVERVIEW

The Graphic Design Specialist produces engaging visual content, both print and digital, to support all functions across the business. This position is based on site in the store. It is not a remote position.

Reports to the Graphic Design Manager.

• Creates content including posters, product signs, price tags, demonstration signs, table cards, menus and flyers for restaurants, in-store events, retail displays and promotions
• Updates and maintains assets as needed by Eataly restaurants
• Assists in designing and publishing weekly email newsletters
• Shoots and retouches photos - including food, space and portrait photography
• Works collaboratively at a fast pace with a wide range of peers and managers
• Partners with team to fulfills all incoming retail requests and production tasks according to urgency
• Adheres to Eataly’s brand, visual and style guidelines
• Performs other duties as required or assigned

Qualifications

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s Degree in Communication Design, Graphic Design and/or Art preferred
• 2+ years of design experience, preferably in the food or retail industry
• Knowledge of print layout, typography and print production
• Creative eye and exceptional attention to detail
• Positive attitude, patience and willingness to be flexible and readjust priorities as needed
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office and Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop and Acrobat
• Digital photography skills with the ability to operate DSLR camera
• Knowledge of Italian language preferred

JOB REQUIREMENTS

• Availability to work on site at the store with a flexible schedule. Please note this job will require working at least Saturday or Sunday.

Additional Information

Benefits and Perks

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Paid Time Off
• Paid Parental Leave
• RRSP
• Bonus program
• Free family meal daily
• Discounts at Eataly
• Classes on products and Italian cuisine
• Referral bonus program
• and more!

Eataly is committed to creating and maintaining a workplace that is free from harassment and discrimination under the Ontario Human Rights Code. The Company’s policy is not to discriminate against any applicant or employee on the basis of a prohibited ground enumerated by the Ontario Human Rights Code (e.g. race, colour, creed (religion), place of origin, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity), sexual orientation, age, family status, or disability). Eataly also prohibits harassment of applicants and employees based on any of these prohibited grounds. Eataly welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. Please advise Human Resources if you require accommodation. Further, it is Eataly’s policy to comply with all applicable provincial and federal laws regarding background and criminal record checks in making hiring decisions.