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Memorial Designer Artist

Coldspring
Benefits Offered to Full-time Employees: Health, Dental, Optical, Medical FSA/HSA, Dependent Care (FSA), Basic Life Plan, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, 401K with Company Match, Profit Sharing (ROA), PTO (Vacation), Holidays, Jury Duty, and
short term disability, long term disability, 401(k), profit sharing
United States, Minnesota, Cold Spring
17482 Granite West Road (Show on map)
May 21, 2026
Memorial Designer Artist To apply, complete a Coldspring application at coldspringusa.com/careers, choose the desired job, and then click on "Apply Online Now." JOB INFO: Location: Cold Spring, MN Department: Memorial Design Supervisor: Pamela Birch Pay Grade & Range: MN-E $19.00-$31.98 (This is a representation of the position's entire pay grade range. Starting pay is based on an individual's skills, experience, and at the discretion of the hiring team.) Status: This is a full-time; hourly position Hours: Monday - Thursday: 7:00am - 4:00pm & Friday: 7:00am - 1:30pm Benefits Offered to Full-time Employees: Health, Dental, Optical, Medical FSA/HSA, Dependent Care (FSA), Basic Life Plan, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, 401K with Company Match, Profit Sharing (ROA), PTO (Vacation), Holidays, Jury Duty, and Funeral Leave ABOUT US: Who we are: Coldspring, a family-owned business since 1898, is a leading quarrier and fabricator of natural stone and bronze for architectural, memorial, residential, and industrial markets. Headquartered in Cold Spring, Minnesota, with a primary manufacturing facility and bronze foundry, the company employs 800 people nationwide, operating 30 quarries and multiple fabrication sites. Coldspring's success stems from the dedication of its team, a commitment to innovation, and a focus on meeting and exceeding customer expectations while upholding corporate sustainability. What We Believe: To cultivate a culture of engagement, we emphasize the importance of physical, financial, social, community, career, and spiritual well-being-an approach we refer to as Well-Being 6. Our Values: HONOR: We uphold Honesty & Integrity, approach our work in an Organized & Purposeful manner, embrace Nimbleness & Innovation, and maintain an Open & Transparent culture. With Respect & Trust as our foundation, we effectively balance the interests of employees, customers, and shareholders to create what we term win-win-win solutions. Join our Team: At Coldspring, our employees benefit from profit sharing, a 401K match, extensive training and career advancement opportunities, professional development, financial services, on-site coaching, wellness counseling, and more. Our comprehensive benefits and dedication to employee growth have fostered a workforce with exceptional retention and long-term commitment. JOB SUMMARY: The Memorial Designer/ Artist is responsible for the creation of portraits, graphics, illustrations and design files for production needs (both internal fabrication and purchased products), reference materials and renderings for customer approval with a high degree of accuracy regarding placement, detail, grammar or specific requests. These tasks demand artistic talent, strong understanding of design, portrait, scenic and drawing elements. WHAT YOU'LL BE DOING: Prepare drawings, illustrations and graphics for bronze and granite memorials or projects using existing designs, specific references from customers and/or creation from scratch at an advanced level. Have an understanding of colors and shadows for photographs Have the ability to draw and an eye for a balanced layout The understanding of how to adjust photos and other files in Photoshop or similar software Have the ability to read and interpret rubbings, drawings, or electronic files provided by customers Create, revise and modify illustrations and designs for Pre-Sales concept renderings. Prepare or assist in the production of technical illustrations for detailed projects or products. Ensure proper communication with internal/external customers in regards to specific graphics, proofing text, corrections, confirmation of sizes, colors and textures and receipt of approvals to meet customer requests and expectations. Input, monitor and review data relating to processes and orders to track daily productivity and quality. Meet with internal/external customers when applicable to ensure expectations are met. This may be achieved by discussing projects, issues, processes or goals for projects, departments, teams or Coldspring company goals. Complete and attend required training. Identify and eliminate potential safety hazards in area. Support all Continuous Improvement programs and company policies. QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum of a two-year certificate/degree in Graphic Design, Graphic Illustration, Fine Arts or Design preferred. If previous requirements are not fully met, candidate must have high school diploma or equivalent, plus a minimum of 4 years in the field of graphic illustration or design and be able to demonstrate these skills. 1-3 years experience in a memorial, monument or graphic design capacity preferred. Artistic talent and/or a strong understanding of design, portrait, scenic and drawing elements are needed and expected to be demonstrated. Advanced PC skills are essential. Candidate should be able to exhibit an advanced understanding of file formatting, processing of files for design projects or requirements. This position requires advanced training in graphic design software knowledge of Corel Draw, Photoshop, Illustrator, CAD and 3D modeling software. Candidate should be able to exhibit working knowledge of software listed. Must have exposure to e-mail, Internet search tools, MS Office applications. MAKE YOUR MARK AND MAKE IT LAST If you are an individual with a disability and require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are limited in the ability or unable to access or use this online application process and need an alternative method for applying, please call or text Karissa Lintgen at 320-685-4681 or email Karissa at klintgen@coldspringusa.com for assistance. COLDSPRING IS A VETERAN-FRIENDLY, WELLNESS ORIENTED, TOBACCO-FREE COMPANY. Coldspring is an Affirmative Action Employer, including Veterans and Individuals with Disabilities.