Senior Graphic Designer (8-12 yrs)

Reports To: CEO

Job Overview :

We are looking for a seasoned and innovative Senior Graphic Designer to lead our design team and drive all visual communication efforts. With 8 to 12 years of professional experience, a strong portfolio, and exceptional leadership skills, you will be responsible for overseeing design projects, managing the creative team, and ensuring a consistent and impactful brand identity across all platforms. This role is key to delivering high-quality designs that align with our business objectives and resonate with our audience.

Key Responsibilities:

Team Leadership:

- Guide, mentor, and motivate a team of graphic designers to foster creativity and excellence.

- Assign projects, manage workflows, and ensure timely delivery of designs that meet business needs.

- Build a collaborative and innovative team culture, encouraging skill development and knowledge sharing.

Creative Direction:

- Develop and implement visual concepts that align with the company's branding and marketing goals.

- Direct the team in designing a variety of materials, including print, digital, multimedia, packaging, and web content.

- Provide constructive feedback to maintain consistency, quality, and brand integrity.

Project Management:

- Manage design projects from ideation to completion, ensuring they meet deadlines, budgets, and quality standards.

- Uphold and evolve the company's visual identity, ensuring consistency across all customer and internal touchpoints.

- Coordinate design efforts for internal and external branding to create cohesive messaging.

Stakeholder Collaboration:

- Partner with marketing, sales, product, and leadership teams to align design initiatives with strategic objectives.

- Present design concepts and deliverables to senior leaders, incorporating feedback to meet stakeholder expectations.

Innovation and Trends:

- Stay abreast of emerging design trends, tools, and technologies to keep designs fresh and forward-thinking.

- Introduce innovative design solutions that enhance user engagement and overall customer experience.

Qualifications and Experience:

- 8 to 12 years of professional graphic design experience, including team leadership and project management.

- Demonstrated ability to manage large-scale design campaigns and cross-functional collaboration.

- A portfolio showcasing diverse design projects across print, digital, branding, and multimedia platforms.

Technical Skills:

- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects) and other design tools.

- Familiarity with UX/UI design principles and tools like Figma or Sketch is a plus.

- Experience with web design and multimedia production is highly desirable.

Creative and Soft Skills:

- Strong creative vision, with the ability to translate business goals into impactful designs.

- Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to explain design concepts to non-design stakeholders.

- A collaborative mindset, with the ability to adapt to a fast-paced and dynamic work environment.

Education:

- Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or a related field.

- Advanced degrees or certifications in design, marketing, or related disciplines are a bonus.

Preferred Traits:

- A passion for innovation and customer-centered design.

- Experience in branding and leading large-scale design initiatives.

- This role offers an exciting opportunity to lead creative efforts, shape the company's visual identity, and make a significant impact through innovative design.