Operations - Mgmt/Admin - Chalk Artist

Job Title:                    Chalk Artist

Department:             Store Operations                                              

Reports To:                Store Director                                              

FLSA Status:              Non-Exempt (Hourly)

Summary

The Chalk Artist will design and create chalkboard signs for promotions, store literature, signage, hand-drawn flyers, and shelf signs. They will work together with Store Operations Management and ensure that all objectives and goals of the department and store are met or exceeded, as communicated by the Advertisement and Merchandising teams.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Maintain and produce hand-written and hand-drawn signage for all departments, adhering to company standards.
• Maintain visual quality and consistency for all departments.
• Perform daily store walks in all departments to check the quality and appearance of signs. Replace as needed.
• Illustrate chalkboards for display in departments.
• Maintain inventory of necessary supplies and equipment.
• Use courteous and proper etiquette when answering the phones and pages.
• Maintain working knowledge and application of all merchandising expectations within the department.

Education and/or Experience

High school diploma or general education degree (GED). The Chalk Artist should have previous experience as a sign maker, assistant sign maker, or equivalent. Strong hand lettering, illustration, and graphic design skills are a must, as well as superior spelling skills and the ability to perform simple math operations.

Physical Demands

While performing the duties of this job, the Chalk Artist is frequently required to stand and walk for extended periods. Bend and stoop to grasp objects and climb ladders. Bend and twist neck and waist, reach above and below shoulders, and squat. The Chalk Artist must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Repetitive use of hands for grasping, pushing, pulling, and fine manipulation. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.