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JOB DESCRIPTION
Graphic Designer & Photographer
TISAS Arms Corp · Onsite - Buford, GA · Full-Time · Salaried Exempt · Reports to VP of Marketing
FLSA CLASSIFICATION
This is a full-time position classified as Salaried Exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act — specifically the Creative Professional exemption (29 CFR § 541.302), based on the role's primary duty of performing work requiring invention, imagination, originality, and talent in the recognized creative fields of graphic design, photography, and visual arts. The employee is paid on a salary basis and is not eligible for overtime. The role is expected to be self-directed, with meaningful autonomy over creative decisions and daily prioritization.
About TISAS Arms Corp
TISAS Arms Corp is the U.S. operating division of TİSAŞ — Trabzon Silah Sanayi A.Ş. — a Turkish firearms manufacturer founded in 1993 and recognized worldwide for engineering quality, manufacturing precision, and competitive value. Best known for our extensive 1911 pistol line and growing portfolio of striker-fired pistols and modern sporting rifles, TISAS has become one of the most respected value-driven names in the U.S. firearms market. From our distribution facility in Buford, Georgia, we ship firearms direct from our Trabzon manufacturing facility to a growing dealer network across the United States.
Position Summary
We are looking for a rare kind of creative professional — a Graphic Designer & Photographer who owns the visual and creative identity of TISAS Arms Corp in the U.S. market. This is a high-autonomy, high-ownership role responsible for defining and executing how the TISAS brand shows up across every visual touchpoint: logos, social channels, product launches, dealer materials, trade show booths, brand collateral, web UX/UI, and product photography that bring modern brand storytelling to life. Video and motion graphics skills are a strong plus.
The Graphic Designer & Photographer exercises independent creative judgment on brand direction, campaign concepts, visual style, photographic treatments, and creative deliverables. This role is intentionally self-managed — you will not be told what colors to use, what shots to capture, or how to compose a piece of content. You will be trusted to translate business objectives into original, on-brand creative work that elevates TISAS in a crowded industry.
On any given day, you might shoot and retouch product photography in the morning, design a dealer one-pager in the afternoon, refine a sub-brand logo for a new product line, and prep social content for launch. You will partner with the CEO, Sales, Marketing (as the team grows), and TISAS HQ in Trabzon to bring the TISAS brand into sharper, more distinctive focus in the U.S. market.
We are being direct: this role is built around strength in graphic design and photography. Video and motion graphics are a genuine plus — candidates who also shoot and edit video will stand out — but they are not the core requirement. If you are a strong designer and photographer who thrives owning a brand rather than executing against someone else's brief, keep reading.
Key Responsibilities
Creative Vision and Direction
- Own the TISAS Arms Corp visual identity in the U.S. market, including how it evolves over time to reflect new product lines, campaigns, and market positioning.
- Exercise independent creative judgment on brand direction, campaign concepts, and creative deliverables — from initial concept through final execution.
- Recommend and pitch original creative concepts to leadership; translate business objectives into distinctive creative work.
- Self-manage creative workload and priorities in alignment with company launch calendars, trade show schedules, and marketing priorities.
Graphic Design and Brand
- Design brand-consistent marketing collateral including product one-pagers, spec sheets, dealer materials, catalog pages, trade show graphics, digital ads, and print materials.
- Create and refine original logos, sub-brand marks, and identity systems for new product lines, event campaigns, and internal initiatives.
- Own and evolve the TISAS Arms Corp U.S. visual brand system: typography, color palette, iconography, photography style, and layout templates.
- Design and direct product packaging elements, hangtags, and box inserts in partnership with Operations and TISAS HQ.
Photography and Product Imagery
- Shoot product photography for the TISAS Arms Corp catalog, website, dealer materials, and social channels.
- Edit and retouch product images to a consistent, on-brand standard.
- Maintain and organize the TISAS Arms Corp master asset library (photos, videos, graphics, brand files) with clear file structure and version control.
Social Media Content Creation
- Concept and produce platform-native content for Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, X, and other channels — designed for the format, not just resized for it.
- Apply and evolve current social media best practices at TISAS: hook structure, retention, captioning, thumbnail design, cover selection, and platform-specific engagement patterns.
- Partner with the Marketing Specialist (or CEO, in the absence of one) on content calendar planning, campaign concepts, and launch content — with meaningful creative authority in the creative direction of those campaigns.
- Interpret social channel performance data and independently adjust creative approach based on what's working.
Brand, Compliance, and Collaboration
- Protect and elevate the TISAS Arms Corp brand voice and visual identity across every deliverable.
- Ensure all creative content complies with applicable federal and state firearms advertising restrictions, platform-specific firearms content policies, and TISAS Arms Corp's internal review standards.
- Coordinate with the Compliance Manager on any creative involving regulated product claims, technical specifications, warranty language, or export-controlled information.
- Coordinate with TISAS HQ in Trabzon to ensure U.S. creative is consistent with global brand standards and product positioning.
- Support trade show booth design, environmental graphics, and event creative including SHOT Show and NRA Annual Meeting.
Video Production and Motion Graphics (Plus / Bonus)
- Concept, plan, shoot, and edit product videos, brand videos, dealer training videos, event coverage, and social platform-first video content.
- Operate camera, lighting, audio, and support equipment for in-house and on-location shoots (Buford facility, trade shows, dealer visits, and occasional TISAS HQ trips in Trabzon).
- Edit in Adobe Premiere Pro (or comparable NLE), including color grading, sound design, and delivery for multiple output formats.
- Create small-scale animations and motion graphics to support social content, video intros/outros, product feature highlights, and digital advertising.
- Design animated logo treatments, kinetic type sequences, and short explainer animations.
Required Qualifications
- Degree or diploma from an accredited college program in graphic design, visual communication, digital media, or a closely related creative discipline. This is a required qualification — self-taught candidates without formal design education will not be considered for this role.
- 3–7 years of professional experience producing creative work at a company, agency, or as a full-time freelancer with a demonstrable client roster.
- Strong professional portfolio demonstrating depth in graphic design (identity, layout, digital, print) and product photography; breadth into video production, motion graphics, or animation is a plus.
- Fluency in Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign. Working knowledge of Premiere Pro and After Effects is a plus.
- Hands-on proficiency with camera, lighting, and studio equipment for product photography; ability to plan and execute a photo shoot from concept to delivery.
- Strong working knowledge of current social media best practices across Instagram, YouTube, TikTok, and X — including platform-native design principles, retention mechanics, and firearms industry advertising restrictions.
- Excellent eye for typography, layout, hierarchy, color, and composition.
- Strong project management skills; able to juggle multiple concurrent creative projects and deliver on deadline.
- Eligible to possess firearms under federal law (18 U.S.C. § 922(g)) and Georgia law, as this role involves handling firearms for photography and product content creation.
- U.S. work authorization (no sponsorship available). Must pass a comprehensive pre-employment background check and drug screen.
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior creative experience in the firearms, sporting goods, hunting, outdoor, or defense industry.
- Familiarity with firearms industry advertising restrictions, including Meta (Facebook/Instagram) and Google Ads firearms policies, and lawful compliant messaging.
- Familiarity with the firearms media landscape, including major publications, YouTube channels, and industry influencers.
- Video production and editing skills — Premiere Pro, shooting, and basic color grading.
- Motion graphics familiarity — After Effects skills, 2D animation, kinetic typography, or cinema-quality title design.
- 3D or product visualization skills — Blender, Cinema 4D, or similar for product renders, exploded views, or animated product reveals.
- Studio and location lighting expertise for product photography (and video, if applicable).
- Experience designing for e-commerce platforms and website content management systems (Shopify, WordPress, Webflow, or comparable).
- Prior trade show or event creative experience (booth design, environmental graphics, event print).
- Working knowledge of print production — file prep, color management, working with commercial printers.
- Bilingual English/Spanish or English/Turkish.
Work Environment and Physical Requirements
This is a primarily on-site role at the TISAS Arms Corp distribution facility in Buford, Georgia. The role is not remote-eligible, though occasional flexibility may be available for specific project work such as edit-heavy days. The Graphic Designer & Photographer will spend time in office workspace (design and editing), warehouse or product staging areas (photography and video), and on the road for trade shows, dealer events, and location shoots.
- Sitting at a workstation: Extended periods (up to 8 hours/day) for design and editing work.
- Standing, walking, kneeling, lifting: Regular for shoot setup, lighting rigs, product staging, and location work.
- Lifting: Ability to lift up to 40 pounds occasionally (camera gear, lighting, product cases, trade show materials).
- Manual dexterity: Fine motor control for camera operation, cable management, and tool handling; strong eyesight (with or without correction) for detailed design work.
- PPE: Safety glasses and hearing protection required when in the range or test-fire area for content capture; standard warehouse PPE when in warehouse zones.
- Travel: Moderate (10–20%) for trade shows, dealer events, location shoots, and occasional visits to TISAS HQ in Trabzon, Türkiye. Peak travel around SHOT Show (January) and NRA Annual Meeting (spring).
- Schedule: Core business hours are Monday through Friday, with flexibility to accommodate shoot schedules, product launch timelines, and trade show prep. Occasional early mornings, evenings, or weekend work will be required — reflected in the salaried nature of the role.
Compensation and Benefits
Pay Structure
This position is classified as Salaried Exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (Creative Professional exemption, 29 CFR § 541.302). The Graphic Designer & Photographer receives a fixed annual salary paid on a bi-weekly basis and is not eligible for overtime compensation.
- Annual salary: $80,000 – $90,000, commensurate with experience, portfolio strength, and breadth of skill across design, photography, and (if applicable) video/motion.
- Salary basis: Paid a predetermined amount each pay period, not subject to reduction based on the quality or quantity of work performed, except as permitted under FLSA § 541.602.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance with employer contribution to premiums.
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer match (per plan eligibility).
- Paid time off including vacation, sick leave, and recognized federal holidays.
- Employee discount on TISAS Arms Corp products (subject to compliance with all federal and state firearms laws).
- Professional development support including creative software subscriptions, industry conferences, and continuing education.
- Access to modern creative equipment (camera, lens, lighting, and edit-suite investment aligned to role priorities).
- Opportunity to help define the TISAS Arms Corp U.S. visual brand from the ground up.
How to Apply
Qualified candidates should submit a current résumé, a brief cover letter, and — most importantly — a link to a portfolio demonstrating depth in graphic design and photography (breadth into video, motion, or social content is a plus) within. Applications without a portfolio will not be considered. Please include links to any relevant brand-identity case studies, photo work, or edit samples. Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.
Important Disclosures
Federal Firearms Eligibility
Because this position involves handling firearms for photography, video, and product content creation, all candidates must be eligible to possess firearms under federal law (18 U.S.C. § 922(g)) and Georgia law. Candidates must be able to truthfully answer "No" to each question on ATF Form 4473, Section B. Conditional offers may be rescinded if eligibility cannot be confirmed. Continued employment requires the employee to remain eligible to possess firearms; any change in status must be reported to the Safety Officer immediately.
Background Check and Drug Screen
Employment is contingent upon successful completion of a comprehensive background check (criminal history, employment verification, and federal firearms eligibility verification) and a pre-employment drug screen. TISAS Arms Corp maintains a drug-free workplace.
Portfolio and Work Ownership
All creative work produced during the course of employment is the property of TISAS Arms Corp. The employee will be granted the right to include TISAS-produced work in their personal portfolio for professional advancement, subject to any confidentiality or unreleased-product restrictions set by TISAS Arms Corp management.
Equal Employment Opportunity
TISAS Arms Corp is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law. TISAS Arms Corp participates in E-Verify and complies with all applicable federal and Georgia employment laws.
Reasonable Accommodation
TISAS Arms Corp will provide reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals with disabilities to enable them to perform the essential functions of the job, except where such accommodation would impose an undue hardship on the company. Candidates needing accommodation in the application process should contact Human Resources.
At-Will Employment
This job description does not create an employment contract, express or implied, and does not alter the at-will nature of employment with TISAS Arms Corp. Employment may be terminated at any time, with or without cause or notice, by either the employee or the company. This job description describes the general nature and level of work performed and is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.
