Senior 2D Designer - Brand & Digital - Contract position for 3-6 months

Description

Key Responsibilities

• Display a cohesive understanding of design principles that make innovative and effective brand communications, large-scale graphics, and digital design
• Work with Creative Strategists, Designers and Copywriters to shape multi-channel creative ideas
• Develop and present concept/design treatments, mood boards, and storyboards for projects
• Help drive creative innovation within the team, sharing your unique perspective and expertise in animation and motion design

• Design for multiple formats including print, digital, experiential, and motion
• Ensure that all work aligns with client brand guidelines while pushing creativity within those constraints
• Develop spatial graphics for live experiences (installations, exhibitions and brand activations)
• Design UI/UX elements for interactive touchpoints
• Support internal and external presentations, ensuring they are visually compelling and well-structured
• Liaise with the production team to ensure the best creative solutions are realized and executed flawlessly
• Present ideas to internal teams and clients on a regular basis, articulating design rationale and receiving feedback constructively

Skills, Knowledge and Expertise

• At least 4-5 years of agency experience in graphic, digital, or brand design (agency experience is essential)
• Degree or qualification in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or a related field
• Enthusiastic and open-minded creative thinker, passionate about pushing design boundaries
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, After Effects) and Figma
• Experience in storyboarding and proof-of-concept development for both static and motion design
• Strong ability to articulate and translate designs to artworks, working closely with designers, producers, and client services
• Knowledge of digital technologies, platforms, and multi-channel design applications
• Experience working to tight deadlines, with excellent time management skills
• Strong presentation and client liaison skills, with the ability to articulate design decisions clearly
• Ability to work independently, manage time effectively, and take ownership of projects
• A team player, eager to learn and contribute across different types of design projects
• Working three days or more a week in the New York office is preferred

Benefits

• Work with a state-of-the-art product and deliver it to exciting and innovative brands
• A fun, engaging work culture
• Be part of a mission-driven team that values agility, integrity, and excellence
• Opportunity to contribute to large-scale, high-impact projects from day one

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