associate manager, design - Creative Studio

Starbucks Coffee CompanySeattle, WA
$92,500 - $138,800Onsite

About The Position

As an associate manager, design with the Global Creative Studio team, you will be part of an exciting team of creatives responsible for creating design solutions that bring seasonal in-store menus and lobby to life. You will also work on a number of brand-forward projects such as gift cards, coffee packaging, digital owned channel work, etc. This designer will bring an inspiring, team-first attitude built on collaboration. They will leverage their background in trend, graphic & brand design to bring the Starbucks brand to life in innovative ways.

Requirements

  • Solid application of Design principles (color theory, composition, layout principles, and typography)
  • Basic graphics file creation optimized for digital, social, media, packaging and/or print
  • Strong awareness of current trends, culture and a keen eye for aesthetics and detail.
  • A compelling portfolio of work with a range of creative projects
  • Strong presentation skills
  • Good communication and collaborative skills
  • Strong time management skills and team-oriented with the ability to multi-task, prioritize and meet deadlines
  • Highly proficient in Adobe Creative Suite. Work proficiently on Mac programs, Procreate and Figma.
  • Bachelor's degree in Fine Arts/Visual Design/Visual Communication/Graphic Design or related creative certification
  • 1+ year experience with a creative agency, in-house creative team, or equivalent experience

Responsibilities

  • Develop compelling creative concepts and solutions that adhere to brands standards across a wide range of projects with a focus on seasonal in-store creative expression.
  • Collaborate with project leads and team members to build creative presentations.
  • Present creative work to internal teams– clearly articulating creative rationale and strategic foundation.
  • Interpret and integrate creative feedback to advance the work demonstrating flexibility.

Benefits

  • medical, dental, vision, basic and supplemental life insurance, and other voluntary insurance benefits
  • short-term and long-term disability
  • paid parental leave
  • family expansion reimbursement
  • paid vacation from date of hire
  • sick time (accrued at 1 hour for every 25 hours worked)
  • eight paid holidays
  • two personal days per year
  • 401(k) retirement plan with employer match
  • discounted company stock program (S.I.P.)
  • Starbucks equity program (Bean Stock)
  • incentivized emergency savings
  • financial well-being tools
  • 100% upfront tuition coverage for a first-time bachelor’s degree through Arizona State University’s online program via the Starbucks College Achievement Plan
  • student loan management resources
  • access to other educational opportunities
  • backup care
  • DACA reimbursement
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