Senior Designer

THE ROLEWe are seeking a Senior Designer interested in bringing strategy and design together to communicate powerful, impactful narratives through advertising, digital marketing, and social media. This position offers experience with developing content strategies for cultural institutions, global brands, and contemporary art exhibitions in addition to brand and editorial campaigns. This role reports to the Creative Director and Product Lead, and will work alongside artists, strategists, writers, and account executives.WHAT YOU'LL DODesignCreate digital graphic campaign assets (static jpg, GIFs, video mp4) for a range of platforms including: social, web, paid advertisements, and other materials; client-facing decks and presentations (Google Slides).Develop site maps, wireframes, and web design projects in dialogue with engineers.Understand and execute content strategies, from social media to editorial.Contribute to mood boards and visual explorations.Support on special projects as needed.Collaborate closely with the Creative Director and take direction on all creative and production processes.Animate and edit video and/or motion graphics.CollaboratePartner with production and project managers to ensure timely delivery of high-quality projects.Mentor and review work of junior designers, guiding their creative development.Translate concepts into compelling visuals across diverse media, including presentations, ads, social graphics, infographics, email campaigns, and websites.Generate and iterate on design ideas quickly, balancing creativity with quality.Work cohesively with creative, strategy, paid media, and project management teams.WHAT WE'RE LOOKING FORExpertise with Adobe Suite, Figma, Google Suite, Video editing and/or Blender 3D.2-5 years of work experience in a similar role at an agency.Ability to manage own work on multiple/concurrent projects and workstreams.Expert in Figma and Adobe Creative Suite. 3D skills a plus.Proficient knowledge of standard design tools.Strong understanding of typography and the effective use of brand colors, images, and fonts to ensure clarity and functionality.A robust portfolio that showcases a wide range of creative work across different media, including digital, print, video, and experiential.A Bachelor's degree in graphic design or a related field is preferred.We are seeking part-time contractors and full-time designers. Actual salaries or rates may vary based on various factors, including but not limited to experience and performance.ABOUT USAt Digital Counsel, we pride ourselves on being at the forefront of the intersection between culture and digital marketing. As a New York-based creative agency, we bring together expertise from the worlds of contemporary art and technology to create cutting-edge and impactful campaigns for our esteemed clients. Our tagline, "Advertising By Artists," reflects our mission to infuse creativity and cultural relevance into every project we undertake.Our work culture is built on collaboration, innovation, and a deep appreciation for art and culture globally and online. We foster an environment where open communication and creative risk-taking are encouraged, and where each team member's unique perspective and personal interests are valued. At Digital Counsel, you'll find a balance of creative freedom and structure, allowing you to produce your best work while continually growing professionally.We believe maintaining a healthy work-life balance is critical to creative work. We offer flexible schedules and a hybrid work model, as well as a cultural benefits stipend for museum memberships and special events. Headquartered in lower Manhattan, our studio is located on the top floor of a busy art world building that features rotating art exhibitions and pop-ups. Team members enjoy access to VIP openings and special events, keeping us connected and inspired. Join us in shaping the future of digital marketing in the art world and beyond.Application Instructions / Public Contact InformationEmail your resume to with your full name and "Senior Designer Candidate" in the subject line along with an introductory message. Links to portfolios and past work are welcome. Thank you!Application DeadlineIf your skills, experience, and qualifications match those in this job overview, do not delay your application.11/30/2024#J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2024-10-29