Sr. Marketing Designer

dentsu•Time, IL

7d•$72,000 - $120,000•Remote

About The Position

We're seeking a versatile and proactive Mid-Level Designer to join our creative team at Merkle. This role requires a designer who thrives in a fast-paced environment, balancing quick-turnaround marketing needs with thoughtful, systems-level design thinking. You'll be instrumental in supporting our US marketing initiatives across multiple channels while helping to maintain our design systems for Merkle.com.

Requirements

5+ years of relevant experience in graphic design within an in-house creative department or agency environment
1-3+ years of experience in multi-channel creative
Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, Communications Design, or related field
Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Express)
Strong skills in information architecture and visual design across web and mobile platforms
Understanding of responsive design principles and accessibility standards
Exceptional sense of typography, color theory, layout, and composition
Systems-driven mindset with the ability to think beyond single deliverables to scalable design frameworks
Strong portfolio demonstrating marketing/campaign work
Ability to adapt design style to match brand guidelines while bringing creative innovation
Highly organized and detail-oriented with excellent time management skills
Self-starter who takes initiative and ownership of projects
Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with shifting priorities
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Collaborative team player with a positive, solutions-oriented attitude

Nice To Haves

Experience working within enterprise-level design systems
Strong working knowledge of Figma for UI/UX design and prototyping
Familiarity with web analytics and A/B testing to inform design decisions
Knowledge of HTML/CSS basics for better designer-developer collaboration
Experience in B2B marketing or technology sector
Motion graphics or video editing capabilities

Responsibilities

Execute fast-turnaround design projects for the US marketing team with efficiency and creative excellence
Design multi-channel campaign assets including social media graphics, email graphics, website content graphics (blogs, case studies), and event materials (banners, booths, signage)
Create compelling thought leadership design materials such as reports, ebooks, and infographics that establish Merkle's industry authority
Collaborate with marketing stakeholders to translate campaign briefs into visually engaging deliverables
Execute designs using existing design systems and UI standards for Merkle.com, ensuring consistency across digital touchpoints
Maintain brand identity guidelines and assets to keep our visual language fresh and relevant
Create and document reusable design components, patterns, and templates that scale across teams
Champion design system adoption through education and collaboration with cross-functional partners
Manage multiple design projects simultaneously from concept through delivery, ensuring all work meets quality standards, brand guidelines, and project deadlines
Proactively communicate project status, potential roadblocks, and solutions to stakeholders
Partner with developers, marketers, and other team members to ensure seamless execution
Contribute to process improvements that increase team efficiency and design quality
Present design concepts and rationale to stakeholders with confidence and clarity
Incorporate feedback constructively while advocating for design best practices
Stay current on design trends, tools, and methodologies to bring fresh perspectives to the team
Mentor junior designers and contribute to a culture of creative excellence