Senior Graphic Deisgner

Job Summary:

We are seeking a strategic Senior Graphic Designer to lead the creative vision of our brand, merging marketing expertise with exceptional design execution. This role requires a proactive leader who can manage workflows, mentor teams, and oversee budgets while delivering visually stunning campaigns across digital, print, and retail environments. From photoshoot planning to retail VM support, you’ll ensure creativity aligns with business goals and resource efficiency.

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Key Responsibilities:

1. Creative Leadership & Strategy

- Drive innovative design concepts that align with marketing objectives, brand identity, and audience insights.

- Partner with cross-functional teams (marketing, product, retail) to translate business needs into compelling visual narratives.

2. Graphic Design & Visual Execution

- Produce high-quality designs for digital (social, web, email) and print (packaging, ads, POS materials).

- Maintain brand consistency across all channels, updating style guides and asset libraries.

3. Photo & Video Production

- Plan and art-direct photoshoots (concept development, vendor coordination, post-production editing).

- Edit video content (promos, tutorials, social clips) with attention to pacing, storytelling, and platform optimization.

4. Retail VM & Display Support

- Design in-store visuals (window displays, signage) that enhance brand presence and shopper engagement.

- Collaborate with retail teams to ensure VM setups reflect seasonal campaigns and product launches.

5. Task Management & Team Development

- Workflow Leadership: Prioritize and delegate tasks across the design team, ensuring deadlines are met without compromising quality.

- Team Mentorship: Train junior designers on tools, techniques, and best practices; conduct performance reviews and foster skill growth.

- Process Optimization: Implement project management tools (e.g., Asana, Trello) to streamline workflows and improve team productivity.

6. Project Budgeting & Resource Allocation

- Budget Oversight: Estimate costs for creative projects (photoshoots, video production, print runs) and negotiate with vendors for cost efficiency.

- Expense Tracking: Monitor project budgets, ensuring adherence to financial constraints and reporting variances to stakeholders.

- Resource Management: Allocate tools, software, and personnel effectively to maximize ROI on creative investments.

7. Cross-Functional Collaboration

- Partner with external agencies, photographers, and printers to deliver projects on time and within scope.

- Present design concepts to stakeholders, balancing feedback with creative integrity.

8. Trend Awareness & Innovation

- Stay ahead of design, marketing, and retail trends to keep the brand competitive.

- Experiment with emerging tools (AI, 3D design) to elevate creative output.

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Qualifications & Skills:

- Experience:** 5+ years in graphic design, with 1+ years in a management role (portfolio required).

- Technical Expertise:

- Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro, Aftereffect).

- Familiarity with Figma, Canva, project management tools (e.g., Asana), and 3D software (a plus).

- Leadership Skills: Proven ability to manage teams, delegate tasks, and mentor junior designers.

- Budgeting Acumen: Experience in project budgeting, vendor negotiations, and financial tracking.

- Marketing-Driven Creativity: Ability to tie design decisions to ROI, conversions, and brand loyalty.

- VM Bonus: Understanding of retail visual merchandising principles (preferred).

- Soft Skills: Organized multitasker, decisive problem-solver, and collaborative communicator.

- Education: Degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or related field (preferred).

Resumes must be submitted in .pdf format with a link to a portfolio of work in order to be considered.