Visual Designer

Job Title:  Senior Visual Designer
Client Location:  San Diego, CA
Starting:  08/15/2022

Salary/Pay Rate:  DOE
Firm, non-negotiable:  Yes
Hours:  Full-time
Duration:  3 month temp to hire
 

Job Description:

A branding agency focused on large-scale brand transformation is looking for a Senior Visual Designer to join their growing team! The Senior Visual Designer breathes new life into world-class brands by developing visual identity systems that engage and inspire. The Senior Visual Designer leads the complete reimagining of brands from concept to launch, ensuring visual identity is cohesive and compelling every step of the way. The Senior Visual Designer works within a multidisciplinary team to transform data-driven strategy into jaw-dropping brand experiences.

This is a fully remote role reporting to the CEO.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES:

• Lead the comprehensive design of new visual identity systems, drawing on strategic insights to create compelling brand experiences that support clients’ business objectives.
• Demonstrate an innate understanding of color theory, typography, and imagery in the creation of highly original logos that are authentic and memorable.
• Create detailed visual identity guidelines to clearly outline optimal usage standards.
• Oversee the ideation and production of brand touchpoints for a diverse array of media, including both digital and print.
• Conduct competitive brand audits to assess the strengths, weaknesses, and overall positioning of client brands and their top competitors.
• Play an integral role in the creative direction of website design, ensuring websites are a cohesive and compelling embodiment of visual brand identity.
• Collaborate with other agency disciplines to ensure holistic brand experiences across touchpoints.
• Communicate your ideas confidently and persuasively when presenting to clients. 
• Support your recommendations by articulating insights from brand research and strategy.
• Advance visual identity practices by continuously improving how the agency works with clients, identifying new ways that verbal identity can solve their challenges.

EXPERIENCE & KNOWLEDGE REQUIRED:

• 5+ years of experience (agency preferred) designing visual identity systems
• Robust portfolio of creative work that showcases solid design processes
• Strong leadership and teamwork skills—the ability to work with and mentor other designers as well as the confidence and skill to communicate your ideas clearly
• High levels of emotional intelligence, critical and strategic thinking abilities
• Exceptional organizational skills and ability to prioritize a workload of multiple projects
• A go-getter who is results-oriented, and who calmly executes with a thoughtful approach
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign), UI design tools (Figma, Sketch), MS Office, Apple Operating System, Slack, Project Management Tools

Client Description:

A branding agency driven by transformation and growth. They believe a strong brand is at the core of
every successful business, especially in uncertain times like these. Strong brands drive market performance
and boost company valuation. They’re essential for strategic growth.

Helping businesses grow by transforming their brands into valuable business assets that inspire
employees, motivate customers, and generate lasting economic value. Data-driven approach creates
meaningful brands that connect with audiences on a visceral level. They do more than craft elegant logos,
powerful websites, and engaging stories, they create brands built for growth.

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