CASE STUDY

Hiring Through Design

RECRUITMENT CAMPAIGN

Developing a multi channel recruitment campaign.

Concept to Print Large Format Designs, Print and Digital Supporting Collateral

  • Campaign concept and creative direction
  • Layout design
  • Photography selection and editing
  • Typography
  • Production ready artwork
  • Large format and print design

Overview

Following the post COVID labor shortage, Sauder Manufacturing needed to increase awareness of open positions and qualified candidates. I designed a cohesive recruitment campaign that spanned multiple marketing channels while maintaining consistent messaging and branding.

  • Campaign deployed across multiple locations
  • Used at hiring events and job fairs
  • Supported recruiting initiative
  • Increased visibility of hiring efforts

The Challenge

  • Hiring in a competitive market
  • Reaching potential applicants in a new way
  • Creating a consistent employer brand
  • Following Ohio Means Jobs guidelines for billboards to partner with them for the cost
  • Delivering clear messaging across different formats
  • Final Size: 22′ W x 10′ H
  • Weekly Impressions: 27,187
  • Market: Northwest Ohio Counties
  • Location: US 6 W/O CR 15, Napoleon, OH
Sauder Manufacturing Now Hiring Billboard

Campaign Strategy

The campaign used consistent photography, typography, and messaging across every touchpoint so potential applicants would recognize the brand whether they were passing a billboard, at a job recruiting event, or on social media.

  • Final Size: 22′ W x 10′ H
  • Weekly Impressions: 25,404
  • Market: Northwest Ohio Counties
  • Location: SR 66 N/O CR A, Archbold, OH

Design System

  • Brand identity
  • Shared color palette
  • Consistent typography
  • Photography Style
  • Messaging hierarchy
  • Call to Action
  • Final Size: 22′ W x 10′ H
  • Weekly Impressions: 38,193
  • Market: Northwest Ohio Counties
  • Location: US 6 E/O US 34, Ridgeville Corners, OH

Additional Print

Social Media Graphics

Emily Lantz

creative project manager + senior graphic designer

Napoleon, OH

daisyloudesigns@gmail.com

419.966.0336

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