Digital Design Lead

Okta • Chicago, WA

2d • Remote

About The Position

Okta is seeking a passionate Digital Design Lead to drive the creative experience on oktane.com. This role involves creating innovative, product storytelling digital experiences, with a focus on visual and UI design, working with design systems, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. The Digital Design Lead will report to the Creative Director of Digital and will be responsible for delivering design solutions against key digital marketing briefs, crafting innovative website experiences throughout the event lifecycle, and advocating for the brand. This role requires collaboration with Creative Events, Event Marketing, and Digital teams to create effective solutions that meet brief requirements while pushing creative innovation. The ideal candidate will be passionate about seamless UX, captivating visual design, and motivated to work in a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

• BA or BFA in Art/Design or related field.
• Extraordinary digital design skills.
• World-class portfolio of work.
• Strong communication presentation skills; proven ability to present to executives/leaders.
• Highly organized and able to work collaboratively across multiple projects.
• 7+ years experience in digital art direction and design in a creative agency or client-side group; B2B / tech experience is a plus.
• Expert knowledge of the creative process and collaborating with UX strategy & design, Copywriters, Developers, and Web Producers
• Expert knowledge of digital creative software tools (Figma, Adobe CC, Framer, Google Suite).
• 3-5 years experience using design systems to create innovative, digital marketing websites.
• Solid knowledge of using design systems, creating components and modules.
• Working knowledge of HTML is a plus.

Nice To Haves

• B2B / tech experience is a plus.
• Previous experience working on digital event websites is a plus.
• Working knowledge of HTML is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Creative Lead, UX designers, visual designers, copywriters, strategists, and developers on conceptual development, design and execution for digital event experiences on okta.com
• Clear understanding of project briefs and ability to craft thoughtful digital design solutions to drive user engagement and click through rate
• Lead meetings, articulate and present ideas in a clear and concise manner; accept constructive feedback and execute against it efficiently
• Concept, design, and prototype beautiful, engaging, and ground-breaking digital storytelling experiences.
• Drive innovation by sharing concepts and ideas through storyboards, prototypes, and animations.
• Collaborate and partner with Brand, Event Marketing, UX, Digital Strategy, Content, Development, and Production teams to launch innovative, brand led digital experiences
• Ensure the consistency of the brand and highest quality of design across all projects
• Natural curiosity and passion to learn about and share insights on design and industry trends
• Think big while operating at the lowest level of detail.

Benefits

• health, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k)
• flexible spending account
• paid leave (including PTO and parental leave)
• equity (where applicable)
• bonus
• RRSP with a match (Canada)
• healthcare spending (Canada)
• telemedicine (Canada)

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior