Central Market Broadway Art Lead - Full-Time - Central Market
San Antonio, TX 78209
About the Job
Job Description:Central Market is a specialty grocery that started in Austin, Texas in 1994, and has grown to multiple locations across the state. What makes Central Market one of the freshest markets in the country? Try a sumptuous selection of everything edible, for starters. We go straight to the source to bring you the finest food and drink the world has to offer. With hundreds of cheeses, thousands of wines, acres of produce, and aisles of experts, Central Market is a foodie's wonderland. Our commitment beyond the plate is another reason we're a cut above. We believe food is a way of uniting families and communities, of preserving cultures, and of starting new traditions. Each of our 10 Stores is a market in the truest sense and is a place to exchange goods, services, and ideas for those really into food.
As an Art Lead at Central Market, you'll bring the Central Market brand experience to life in our Stores. Each Store reflects a unique expression of our brand that builds a stage to tell our product stories. Think of yourself as a theater set designer who transforms the grocery trip into a food adventure where customers discover the best of every department. Artwork may include hand crafted lettering, sign and mural painting, event production and installation, 3D retail display design and custom illustration. You'll train and lead other Art Partners.
Once you're eligible, you'll become an Owner in the company, so we're looking for commitment, hard work, and focus on quality and Customer service. 'Partner-owned' means our most important resources--People--drive the innovation, growth, and success that make H-E-B The Greatest Omnichannel Retailing Company.
Do you have a:
HEART FOR PEOPLE... communication and customer service skills?
HEAD FOR BUSINESS... flexibility to create with the materials and workspace provided?
PASSION FOR RESULTS... drive to learn and stay self-motivated?
We are looking for:
someone with a strong sense of conceptualization and creativity, who's also passionate about food and cooking
What is the work?
Leadership / Design & Development / Production:
Creates / shares / executes the vision for how the Store brings the Central Market brand and signature event concepts to life in a unique way
Leads other Partners to execute art plans; delegates tasks
Trains new Art Partners on tasks, materials, and SOPs
Ensures quality control; makes final call for what is on brand, aligns with store's unique look and what art is put out on the floor
Assists Leaders in the recruiting process to help identify and evaluate new talent
Works with Store leadership to align on art concepts / plans for evergreen art, departments, and signature events
Sets up / maintains effective intake, prioritization, and management process for art requests via meetings and store walks with leadership; collaborates to align on unique selling points, sign dimensions, and location
Applies awareness of the art department budget set by Leadership; assists in managing vendor and supplies costs; coordinates with Admin to order supplies from vendors and other departments
Creates hand crafted, eye-catching artwork and displays to tell product stories that sell product through modes like signs, banners, chalkboards, foam art, and sculptures
Serves as Central Market Brand Ambassador in own Store, ensuring all art and event experiences enhance and align with the Store's unique look and Division-provided event concepts
Researches product information to tell compelling stories and confirm accuracy; researches themes, cultures, and products for signature events to ensure authenticity
Creates chalkboard art in key departments that helps tell product stories, share timely deals, and sell product
Creates materials (banners, menus, handouts, posters, badge flappers, internal communication, etc.)
Conceptualizes / creates camera-ready painted signs, foam art, and sculptures in various sizes and mediums to promote and help merchandise products
Creates larger scale art pieces that include materials like foam board, paper mch, plaster, cardboard, wood, fabric, and found materials
Completes superficial sculpture, 3D layering, and faux techniques (wood, marble, stone, paper, metal, etc.)
Manages weekly sale sign production, including some attribute signs pricing tags
Maintains the studio, including weekly cleaning duties, storage of signs and props, and maintenance of tools like computer, printer, and laminator
Researches / stays current on different styles, techniques
Coordinates art installation and complex builds with the Operations team
Decorates for in-store Partner celebrations and events
May assist in creating training materials
What is your background?
5+ years of experience in commercial art, freelance, studio work, or a related degree
Completion of the Lead Development Program
Do you have what it takes to be a fit as a Central Market Art Lead?
Technical knowledge of basic construction and tools like hammers, screw drivers, routers, jigsaws, and drills
Strong understanding / comfort level with acrylic- and latex-based paints and paint brush control
Understanding of composition, color theory, value (light and shadow), and perspective
Understanding of appropriate uses of glue, adhesives, chemicals, stains, treatments, and solvents
Familiarity with MS Office
Proficiency in Adobe InDesign and Illustrator, on a Mac
Advanced communication and customer service skills
Strong hand lettering skills and painting skills
Strong drafting and drawing skills
Ability to select / use finishes (color, form, scale, texture) that are aesthetically pleasing
Ability to copywrite or source copy, where needed
Ability to complete projects in a fast-paced environment and adapt quickly to business needs; attention to detail
Ability to work in a highly cross-functional, dynamic, and collaborative team environment
Can you...
08-2021
As an Art Lead at Central Market, you'll bring the Central Market brand experience to life in our Stores. Each Store reflects a unique expression of our brand that builds a stage to tell our product stories. Think of yourself as a theater set designer who transforms the grocery trip into a food adventure where customers discover the best of every department. Artwork may include hand crafted lettering, sign and mural painting, event production and installation, 3D retail display design and custom illustration. You'll train and lead other Art Partners.
Once you're eligible, you'll become an Owner in the company, so we're looking for commitment, hard work, and focus on quality and Customer service. 'Partner-owned' means our most important resources--People--drive the innovation, growth, and success that make H-E-B The Greatest Omnichannel Retailing Company.
Do you have a:
HEART FOR PEOPLE... communication and customer service skills?
HEAD FOR BUSINESS... flexibility to create with the materials and workspace provided?
PASSION FOR RESULTS... drive to learn and stay self-motivated?
We are looking for:
someone with a strong sense of conceptualization and creativity, who's also passionate about food and cooking
What is the work?
Leadership / Design & Development / Production:
Creates / shares / executes the vision for how the Store brings the Central Market brand and signature event concepts to life in a unique way
Leads other Partners to execute art plans; delegates tasks
Trains new Art Partners on tasks, materials, and SOPs
Ensures quality control; makes final call for what is on brand, aligns with store's unique look and what art is put out on the floor
Assists Leaders in the recruiting process to help identify and evaluate new talent
Works with Store leadership to align on art concepts / plans for evergreen art, departments, and signature events
Sets up / maintains effective intake, prioritization, and management process for art requests via meetings and store walks with leadership; collaborates to align on unique selling points, sign dimensions, and location
Applies awareness of the art department budget set by Leadership; assists in managing vendor and supplies costs; coordinates with Admin to order supplies from vendors and other departments
Creates hand crafted, eye-catching artwork and displays to tell product stories that sell product through modes like signs, banners, chalkboards, foam art, and sculptures
Serves as Central Market Brand Ambassador in own Store, ensuring all art and event experiences enhance and align with the Store's unique look and Division-provided event concepts
Researches product information to tell compelling stories and confirm accuracy; researches themes, cultures, and products for signature events to ensure authenticity
Creates chalkboard art in key departments that helps tell product stories, share timely deals, and sell product
Creates materials (banners, menus, handouts, posters, badge flappers, internal communication, etc.)
Conceptualizes / creates camera-ready painted signs, foam art, and sculptures in various sizes and mediums to promote and help merchandise products
Creates larger scale art pieces that include materials like foam board, paper mch, plaster, cardboard, wood, fabric, and found materials
Completes superficial sculpture, 3D layering, and faux techniques (wood, marble, stone, paper, metal, etc.)
Manages weekly sale sign production, including some attribute signs pricing tags
Maintains the studio, including weekly cleaning duties, storage of signs and props, and maintenance of tools like computer, printer, and laminator
Researches / stays current on different styles, techniques
Coordinates art installation and complex builds with the Operations team
Decorates for in-store Partner celebrations and events
May assist in creating training materials
What is your background?
5+ years of experience in commercial art, freelance, studio work, or a related degree
Completion of the Lead Development Program
Do you have what it takes to be a fit as a Central Market Art Lead?
Technical knowledge of basic construction and tools like hammers, screw drivers, routers, jigsaws, and drills
Strong understanding / comfort level with acrylic- and latex-based paints and paint brush control
Understanding of composition, color theory, value (light and shadow), and perspective
Understanding of appropriate uses of glue, adhesives, chemicals, stains, treatments, and solvents
Familiarity with MS Office
Proficiency in Adobe InDesign and Illustrator, on a Mac
Advanced communication and customer service skills
Strong hand lettering skills and painting skills
Strong drafting and drawing skills
Ability to select / use finishes (color, form, scale, texture) that are aesthetically pleasing
Ability to copywrite or source copy, where needed
Ability to complete projects in a fast-paced environment and adapt quickly to business needs; attention to detail
Ability to work in a highly cross-functional, dynamic, and collaborative team environment
Can you...
08-2021
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