Careers at Kramer Madison

Responsibilities:

Develop and communicate a clear creative vision that aligns with the company’s brand and marketing strategies.

• Drive the overall creative direction and ensure consistency across all projects and campaigns.
• Lead and review the work of the creative teams for all web, print, and digital marketing collateral.
• Produce fresh, innovative design work and write well-crafted content that translates complex ideas into compelling print materials and digital experiences.
• Develop and manage content strategy for both small and large projects, utilizing brand design, copy, art, and digital technology.
• Stay updated with industry trends, competitor activities, and emerging design technologies to keep the creative team ahead of the curve.
• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of designers, and other creative professionals.
• Foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment that encourages creativity, experimentation, and continuous improvement.
• Delegate tasks effectively based on individual strengths and project requirements.
• Oversee the end-to-end creative process, from conceptualization to final execution, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within budget.
• Collaborate with project managers and stakeholders to define project scopes, objectives, and deliverables.
• Provide guidance and feedback to ensure that creative work meets quality standards and exceeds client expectations.
• Lead brainstorming sessions and idea generation for various creative projects.
• Contribute innovative concepts and ideas to enhance brand messaging, visual aesthetics, and user experiences.
• Transform complex ideas into visually compelling and easily understandable designs and messaging.
• Maintain and evolve the brand identity, ensuring that all creative materials adhere to brand guidelines.
• Review and approve designs, visuals, and copy to ensure consistency and alignment with the brand’s tone and voice.
• Engage with clients to understand their objectives, preferences, and feedback, and incorporate them into the creative process.
• Present final creative concepts to clients and obtain approvals for deliverables.
• Meet budget requirements by forecasting and managing expenses.

Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Design, Fine Arts, or related field.
• Proven experience as a Creative Director or in a senior creative role.
• Exceptional portfolio showcasing a range of successful creative projects across different mediums.
• Experience in creating marketing/advertising campaigns – from developing the vision and messaging platform to overseeing production on time and within budget
• Experience in writing integrated content across all marketing channels: including digital, social media and print.
• Strong leadership and team management skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate a diverse creative team.
• Proficiency in design software, such as Adobe Creative Suite.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal.
• Strategic thinking and the ability to align creative efforts with broader business goals.
• Strong understanding of design principles, typography, color theory, and layout.
• Flexibility to adapt to changing priorities and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Sound like something you are interested in?
Contact hr@kramermadison.com with your resume.

Primary Objective/Scope of Position:

• Oversee accounts payable duties such as inputting, coding, and verifying all vendor invoices for payment, ensuring expenditures are charged to appropriate accounts
• Prepare weekly check runs, ACH, and credit card payments
• Review and resolve any bill discrepancies
• Reconcile vendor statements & respond to vendor inquiries
• Prepare monthly sales tax report
• Ensure filing deadlines are met for all tax filings, including personal property taxes and sales and use tax, along with business licenses
• Maintain 1099 information and reporting
• Perform monthly reconciliation of employee credit card expenses to company credit card statements.
• Backup accounts receivable/cash application
• Monitor collections of past due accounts
• Oversee material inventory management
• Manage the fixed asset ledger
• Support recruiting of new employees -maintain job posts, schedule, and conduct interviews
• Conduct orientations and employee onboarding and new hire paperwork
• Maintain employee records and information
• General knowledge of human resources, employment laws, and procedures
• Maintain employee records, including time, attendance, and paid time off records
• Manage employee benefits enrollment and COBRA paperwork
• Evaluate and maintain employee benefits partners and plans
• Ensure all office equipment is operational including computer hardware, software, phones, copiers, and printers
• Answer phones (backup)
• Perform other general accounting and office duties as needed

Minimum Qualifications – Education, Experience, and Knowledge Required:

• Bachelor’s or Associates Degree in Accounting or equivalent experience
• Requires 5+ years of experience in bookkeeping
• Proficient in Microsoft Excel
• Proactive problem-solving skills
• Excellent accuracy and attention to detail
• Strong organizational ability
• Ability to multitask and prioritize to consistently meet deadlines
• Professional in both written and verbal communication
• Able to work independently as well as work cooperatively in a team environment
• Knowledge of human resources laws

Sound like something you are interested in?
Contact hr@kramermadison.com with your portfolio, resume, and salary requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Experience operating any bindery equipment, specifically cutters, stitchers, folders, or die-cutters.
• Ensure the completion of jobs meeting quality and quantity requirements
• Troubleshoot problems with equipment and make repairs as needed
• Completes and maintains proper documentation on projects
• Performs preventative maintenance to keep machines clean, safe, and in good working order
• Maintain organized work area and help in other production departments as needed
• Ability to read and understand detailed job tickets
• Setup jobs according to customer specifications

Required Skills & Experience:

• Prior bindery experience in the print industry Is required
• High school diploma or GED preferred
• Prior commercial print shop experience
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment
• Must have the ability to communicate effectively with all personnel
• Good verbal and written communication skills to follow job instructions
• Lift / move up to 40 pounds on a regular basis
• Frequent standing, walking, sitting, and bending is required throughout the shift
• Excellent attendance and punctuality required
• Ability to use computer, Including UPS/FedEx shipping software is a plus

Sound like something you are interested in?
Contact hr@kramermadison.com