Graphic Design Manager

Milwaukee Tool•Menomonee Falls, MT

2d•Onsite

About The Position

Milwaukee Tool is hiring a Graphic Design Manager to lead a team and deliver creative initiatives that shape the brand voice and elevate customer experiences. The role calls for strategic thinking, design and technology expertise, leadership, and a passion for innovation. The manager will oversee high-impact design projects, manage graphic designers, maintain brand consistency, and collaborate across functions to deliver digital design outcomes. The manager will also work with videography, photography, and 3-D design teams to create cohesive workflows and improve creative production efficiency. The position aligns design strategy with business strategies, evaluates and evolves technology and personnel capabilities, manages priorities, and improves processes. It also champions innovation, presents insights to senior leadership, and ensures execution of business objectives. This is an onsite role in Menomonee Falls, Wisconsin. A portfolio is required.

Requirements

7–10 years of professional graphic design experience, including leadership and management skills.
Bachelor’s degree in graphic design or a related field.
Strong portfolio demonstrating creativity and expertise in design principles, typography, and color theory.
Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
Expert understanding of emerging AI and automation tools and technologies, with a proven track record managing end-to-end digital design workflows.
Ability to analyze market, consumer, and customer insights.
Strong ability to collaborate with and influence cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
Results-driven and detail-oriented approach, openness to feedback, and commitment to continuous improvement.
Ability to translate business goals into action plans and contingencies.
Portfolio required.

Nice To Haves

Knowledge of Adobe After Effects.
Knowledge of digital asset management software.
Knowledge of project management software.

Responsibilities

Lead creative design initiatives while upholding brand standards.
Develop user-focused strategies aligned with business objectives and launch goals.
Assess and evolve processes, technology implementation, and designer capabilities to drive innovation, efficiency, and scale.
Identify issues, proactively develop solutions, and communicate details and trade-off decisions to leadership.
Lead project execution by setting priorities, tracking progress, resolving issues, and adapting to changing priorities and deadlines.
Influence cross-functional teams, communicate a vision, and align efforts toward effective design solutions.
Present insights and improvement opportunities to senior leadership, tailoring complex ideas to different audiences.
Manage and develop direct reports, provide constructive feedback, set clear expectations, and train team members in communication, problem-solving, and high-impact design.
Facilitate collaboration, efficiency, inclusivity, and knowledge-sharing across teams and departments.
Implement best practices and share expertise to train others.