Senior Designer

5 Hundred Degrees Design Studio•Columbus, OH

10h

About The Position

A Sr Designer at 500� is responsible for the development and design of merchandising, marketing, and promotional communications in support of our big brand, industry-leading clients. They work closely with others on the creative team, including art directors and copywriters to deliver work that aligns with client objectives and strategic direction.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or a related field preferred; and/or equivalent work experience
6+ years of professional design experience
Must have a portfolio of projects across print and digital
Knowledge of the production process, including proofing
Expert use of Adobe CS (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, After Effects)
Experience creating presentations required (Keynote is a must-have or a must-learn)
Must possess a mastery of typography, illustration, color, shape, and design
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Excellent communication and collaboration skills; You will need to clearly and effectively articulate design thinking and creative choices
Attention to detail, attention to detail & attention to detail
Keen eye for aesthetics
Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines
Must be able to work independently, with little supervision

Nice To Haves

Prior marketing/creative agency experience highly preferred
QSR/food photography experience is a huge plus
Experience with video content creation and motion graphics are a huge plus

Responsibilities

Develop creative ideas, concepts, campaigns, and insights that will drive consumers to react
Create visually appealing and innovative design concepts/solutions to communicate the brand message across all platforms, including but not limited to print advertisements, digital ads, social media graphics, websites, email campaigns, and promotional materials
Work off of client creative briefs to come up with new design strategies/ideas or refresh the current when needed; Will also be expected to look beyond the brief when necessary to independently problem-solve
Ensure brand consistency across all design deliverables, adhering to brand guidelines and maintaining agency quality standards
Utilize best practice design techniques to transform conceptual ideas into polished designs; Including but not limited to: Typography, color, shape, and layout, Animation/motion design, Illustration
Manage multiple projects simultaneously often on extremely tight and changing timelines
Collaborate and communicate design concepts with internal creative team to build a culture of innovation, excellence, and accountability
Work with cross-functional teams such as account service, production, and project management to ensure high-quality execution on creative deliverables
Be a strong partner and influencer of the creative process
Provide guidance and mentorship to junior designers, fostering a positive and collaborative team environment.