Senior Designer

Overview

Ready to make a splash in the world of social media? A Fortune 500 retail company known for its dynamic and ever-evolving brands has partnered with Aquent to find a passionate and highly creative Senior Designer/Art Director to join their in-house creative team. This is your chance to shape how millions engage with exciting brands, crafting compelling visuals that drive engagement and leave a lasting impression.
As a Senior Designer/Art Director, you’ll be the driving force behind innovative social media campaigns, transforming strategic concepts into captivating visuals across multiple platforms. Collaborating closely with copywriters and the senior creative team, you’ll ensure brand consistency while injecting your unique creative flair into every project. Get ready to see your designs come to life and influence a massive audience!

What You’ll Do:

• Partner with a copywriter to develop and execute engaging social media content across various platforms, aligning with brand guidelines and campaign strategies.
• Contribute to brainstorming sessions, offering fresh perspectives and innovative ideas based on project briefs, team input, and personal research.
• Collaborate with project managers, production, and studio teams to ensure projects stay on track, meet deadlines, and adhere to budgets.
• Oversee all project materials throughout pre-production and production stages, ensuring high-quality execution under the guidance of the senior creative lead.
• Efficiently manage and complete assigned tasks, providing regular updates on project status to the senior creative team.
• Capture compelling product and concept visuals in-house and on location, showcasing your photography and styling expertise.
• Stay up-to-date on the latest industry trends and social media best practices, continuously refining your skills and pushing creative boundaries.

Must-Haves:

• 4-6+ years of relevant experience in graphic design, photography, and social media content creation.
• Bachelor of Fine Arts (BFA) or design degree.
• Strong understanding of graphic design principles, including typography, illustration, animation, and photography.
• Proven experience in social media platforms and digital execution.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and a proactive approach to addressing challenges.
• Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively convey ideas to team members, clients, and senior creative staff.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects).

Nice-to-Haves:

• Experience with .gif creation and animation.

The target hiring compensation range for this role is $51.15 to $56.84 an hour. Compensation is based on several factors including, but not limited to education, relevant work experience, relevant certifications, and location.

About Aquent Talent:

Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world’s biggest brands.
Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match.  More information on our awesome benefits!
Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We’re about creating an inclusive environment—one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.