Graphic Designer

Birdie Books in Westerville, Ohio, is adding a graphic designer to the Birdie Bunch.

About Birdie Books:
We are a thriving independent bookstore, bar and micro-bakery with great vibes, thoughtful
collections, and an abundance of handcrafted touches. Our branding and our energy make us
unique in Uptown Westerville and within the vibrant collection of local, indie bookstores. As a
cornerstone of our community, we take pride in offering a warm, inclusive space where
everyone feels at home.

About the job:
A day in the life: the average day at Birdie Books isn’t so average! We are a small team of
dedicated, talented individuals who wear a lot of hats to support each other, and this role will
primarily be focused on creating designs to support the business in a variety of media, including
in-store signage, site updates, email and print newsletters, and social media.

On a given day you may spend time:

• Designing, printing and hanging new signage


• Laying out newsletters


• Creating or updating events marketing materials


• Helping ideate, design, and source new merchandise


• Updating our website


• Strategizing and executing social media content in partnership with creative leadership,
  events team, and shop staff


• Being a solution-oriented problem solver

Occasionally, you may spend time:

• Assisting with events


• Utilizing additional skills (writing, illustration, etc – whatever you bring to the table!)


• Writing book reviews, attending book clubs


• Supporting the booksellers by running the register, alphabetizing books, shelving,
  merchandising, etc.

Skills you’ll bring to the role:

• An excellent eye for design as shown through your creative portfolio


• A detail-oriented approach to finalizing your work


• Resourcefulness – we are often looking to do new, clever things, and part of that is
  figuring out how to get them done efficiently and effectively!


• Cross-functional collaboration and the ability to work well in a shared working space


• A working knowledge of Adobe InDesign, Photoshop & Illustrator

About the team:
This position reports to the Creative Strategist and sits within the Marketing Department. You’ll
work directly with the Creative Strategist who will provide creative direction and leadership while
helping to amplify and hone your talents and skills.

You’ll also have opportunities to partner cross-functionally with our Events Coordinator, Store
Manager, General Manager, and the teams of folks who make the shop run every day.