Responsible for delivering all graphic design components on assigned projects, including the conception of unique graphic systems/identities for campaigns, the development of graphic assets within those systems, and the technical execution of those graphics for a final deliverable in collaboration with project production teams
Develops branding for campaigns ranging in scope from one-off logo design to project-specific assets to full brand systems meant to last for multiple years
Serves as a custodian of both the Giant Spoon brand and all our clients’ brands, ensuring the correct, most up to date logos/style guides/toolkits are in use
Art directs pitches and active projects, creating a visual language that supports our clients’ mission, brand identity and project objective
Creates and curate creative decks/presentations, crafting memorable, storytelling visuals to support new business pitch opportunities as needed
Effectively shares and present work internally to creative leadership and has a strong point of view; is not afraid to push the envelope or propose alt approaches
Confidently presents work to clients in context of the larger project creative
Adheres to print budgets in conjunction with production team, designs within designated parameters and value engineers new graphic solutions as required
Proactively manages and adhere to tight timelines for the production of digital and printed graphic elements
Recommends new visual formats and tools to leverage in client presentations
Demonstrates flexibility in working cross-medium, changing your technical and conceptual approach based on whether graphics are for print or digital, at large-scale or designed for social etc.
Creates detailed print files and print mechanicals for efficient vendor communication
Manages relationships with print vendors in conjunction with production team on all graphic elements as they are being developed
Sources props, furniture, and/or decor on smaller-scale experiential initiatives that do not engage an Environmental Designer
Participates in venue site surveys for the production of accurate and impactful print graphics
Serves as point person on-site during load-ins for graphics
Serves as an on-site art director/stylist (if separate stylist is not hired)
Manage the day-to-day work of more junior team members.
4+ years of design experience in a fast-paced creative environment; advertising agency experience preferred
BA degree in graphic design or equivalent training
Has advanced knowledge of computer design software and hardware and strives to stay current in level of knowledge and abilities
A mastery of industry-standard design software, including Adobe Creative Suite (bonus points for motion design, illustration and/or prototyping abilities)
Agility in terms of design style and approach based on different client/project needs
Possesses keen problem-solving skills and overcomes challenges successfully
Seeks out opportunities for learning and growth
Ability to effectively prioritize tasks and be resourceful, flexible and quick to adapt in a fast-paced environment.
Ability to collaborate creatively across departments and offices
Ability to foster trusting relationships with teammates
Open to receiving and providing thoughtful feedback
Effectively and proactively manages up
An excellent ability to articulate and present your work and ideas
Sophisticated typography, color and design sensibilities that support a thoughtful, strategic approach
Experience designing for traditional digital platforms as well as web, social and experiential
Ready to learn new tools, plugins and softwares as needed to create high quality graphics for client work