Designer, Creative Lab

Ovative Group•Minneapolis, MN

3d•$75,000 - $93,000•Hybrid

About The Position

Ovative Group is seeking a Designer for its in-house Creative Lab, part of the broader Creative Team. The role combines conceptual thinking, refined design craft, and AI fluency to create culturally relevant work grounded in strategic insight. The Designer will use AI tools and emerging technologies to explore visual directions, accelerate ideation, and expand creative possibilities. The Designer will create and adapt campaigns across digital, social, and experiential touchpoints, including animated paid social and digital assets for major platforms. The role also involves building scalable Figma systems and templates, presenting and explaining creative work, maintaining organized files, and collaborating with cross-functional partners. Success requires curiosity, accountability, clear communication, receptiveness to feedback, and the ability to manage multiple projects while maintaining high standards of craft.

Requirements

At least 3 years of experience in an agency, in-house creative studio, or brand environment producing high-quality digital design.
A portfolio demonstrating strong conceptual thinking and exceptional craft, including work developed or accelerated through AI-enabled workflows.
Advanced Figma skills, including auto layout, components, variables, and the creation of design systems and templates for scalable production.
Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and After Effects.
Understanding of motion design and ability to create purposeful, simple movement.
Working knowledge of digital advertising specifications and requirements across Meta, Google, TikTok, and programmatic platforms.
Fluency in AI tools and generative workflows, such as Adobe Firefly, Photoshop Generative Fill, and image generation, and ability to integrate them meaningfully into creative work.
Ability to manage multiple priorities with clarity and ownership in a fast-moving environment without compromising craft.
A confident, intentional point of view and willingness to contribute to creative discussions, ask questions, and elevate group thinking.
Strong communication skills, including the ability to explain design rationale and navigate feedback professionally.
Curiosity, energy, and a growth mindset, with motivation to learn, experiment, and develop craft.
Legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer on a full-time basis, without current or future need for visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

Experience developing HTML5 display banners or working with creative automation platforms such as Celtra.
Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design or a related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

Partner with Creative Team members to develop and design work grounded in strategic insight and bold, culturally relevant ideas.
Use AI tools and emerging technologies to explore visual directions, accelerate ideation, and expand design possibilities.
Design creative across campaigns and channels, including digital, social, and experiential touchpoints, with exceptional craft and clarity.
Design and animate paid social and digital assets to platform specifications across Meta, Google, TikTok, YouTube, and Pinterest.
Resize, adapt, and scale campaign creative across formats, specifications, and aspect ratios while preserving the idea’s integrity.
Build and use Figma design systems, components, and templates to help campaigns scale and evolve.
Apply strong layout, typography, color, and composition skills while balancing brand integrity with forward-thinking design.
Present ideas and creative work, explaining how design decisions connect to strategy and creative intent.
Maintain organized files, naming, versioning, and libraries.
Stay current on design trends, platform changes, and cultural movements, and contribute to a culture of craft, curiosity, and creative ambition.
Incorporate feedback thoughtfully and take ownership of timelines, changes, and communication.
Contribute energy to creative discussions and help advance ideas and team output.
Manage multiple projects, communicating progress, risks, and delivery expectations proactively.
Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to encourage innovative thinking while applying strong design principles.
Expand knowledge of platforms and production, sharing learnings that strengthen the Creative Lab’s capabilities.

Benefits

Competitive compensation, including an annual bonus program.
Health insurance options, including coverage for same-sex partners.
Generous paid vacation policy.
401(k) match program.
Family formation benefits, including reimbursement options for fertility, pregnancy, and parenting needs.
Monthly stipend for mobile phone and data plan.
Sabbatical program.
Charitable giving program with time and financial matching.
Access to office spaces in Minneapolis, New York City, and Chicago.
Paid travel to the Minneapolis headquarters for company and team events and in-person collaboration.
Shenanigan’s Day.