Freelance Graphic Designer

  • Contract

Company Description

Ripen is an eCommerce agency headquartered in the prestigious and top-ranked town of Princeton, NJ. Our team has access to all the best food, arts and events around. And our perfect positioning between Philadelphia and New York City gives us access to coveted clients and endless new opportunities.

We execute work that builds brands, thanks to our passion for eCommerce and our omni-channel perspective. Our Creative, Marketing, and Development teams are enhanced by a Technology department, giving us an edge in the digital space and ensuring our work is data-driven and forward-thinking. This collaborative culture helps us produce successful, big picture campaigns that our employees—and clients—are proud of. 

Our office is rooted in a positive spirit, bursting with creative energy and guided by a laser-sharp view of the future. We’re busy—and getting busier—but we maintain reasonable working hours while prioritizing employee satisfaction and a happy work environment.

Whether you’re fueled by an abundance of coffee or something a little … healthier … (3 o’clock smoothies, anyone?), Ripen’s kitchen is always stocked with freebies for the team. Snacks are served daily, with organic almond butter and fresh fruit making regular appearances. We work hard and take time to breathe, too. Sound good? Keep reading.

WE’RE GROWING

Ripen is experiencing tremendous growth. We’re rapidly expanding our team, client list and physical space. Do you have a well-honed vision of the industry and a mastery of eCommerce best practices? We’re looking to hire the very best professional talent, forming an A-Team of true innovators at every level who will produce impressive client work together, and expand our agency's skill set.

Job Description

If you’re an experienced designer looking for a freelance gig that can bulk up your already beefy portfolio, we need fresh meat (vegetarians allowed). Specifically, we want someone who can take direction, implement creative solutions, meet tight deadlines and won’t bite others.

You’ll be helping us complete catalog production for a major foodservice apparel client. Working directly under senior directors, you’ll be producing, and fine-tuning material for several catalogs. In addition you’ll bump elbows with our wildly fabulous design and copy personnel. Our departments are integrated, as we believe in open communication about our creative decisions and where we are ordering lunch.

This is a freelance position slated to last approximately until March 2018.

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of graphic design experience
  • Experience in catalog production
  • Portfolio with relevant material and work
  • Excellent color, typography, and layout skills
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Proficiency in InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop
  • Knowledge of apparel, foodservice, and photography is a plus

Additional Information

BENEFITS, PERKS & COMPANY CULTURE

Keeping employees happy, healthy and well-balanced is important to us—and we offer thoughtfully planned ways to achieve that goal. Here’s how we do it:

Competitive Salary, Annual Increase & Year-End Bonus - We want exceptional talent, and we are willing to pay for it! Employees receive yearly salary increases based on performance, as well as a generous annual bonus. 

Health & Dental Insurance + Rx Coverage - We provide multiple health plans to choose from. Ripen contributes a generous portion to your monthly premiums.

401(k) + Matching Program - Ripen provides a 401(k) savings plan with a dollar-for-dollar matching contribution for the first 3% of pay deferred and 50% matching up to 5% of pay deferred.

State-of-the-Art Office & Photo Studio - This spring, we will be moving into a newly constructed Class-A office building in Princeton with a modern design, lots of natural light and a photo studio.

True Work-Life Balance - Life isn’t JUST about working, so weekend and late-night hours are the rarity around here.

Wellness Program - We offer many ways to help our employees prioritize wellness, including yoga classes, cooking demonstrations and meditation workshops.

Fresh, Healthy Snacks Prepared Daily - We serve fresh organic snacks every day, and we’re not talkin’ pastries and pizza. You can look forward to healthy options like smoothies, fruit and veggies.

Ripen Sponsored Events - We work hard at Ripen, so we make time for a little play, too. Employees enjoy regular team-building social outings and a lavish yearly holiday party.

Additional Paid Time Off - In addition to vacation and sick time, we give you paid time off to celebrate your birthday, volunteer for a cause you support or accommodate the kids’ school schedule.

Committees - In the new office, we’ll be kicking off employee-led committees for interests they’re passionate about, like giving back to the community.


Perfect fit? If so, please provide the following

  • Resume and Portfolio link
  • Cover letter
  • Salary/Hourly rate Expectations 

All candidates must be within local commuting distance of our Princeton, NJ office. No remote candidates will be considered.

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.