What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Graphic Designer & Creative Lead position at American Sign Studio?
Benefits:
- Bonus Potential
- 401(k)
- Company parties
- Competitive salary
- Health insurance
- Opportunity for advancement
- Paid time off
- Training & development
- Profit sharing
Are you ready to create the extraordinary, plus grow personally & professionally?
Join our rapidly expanding creative sign & experiential graphics company and become a pivotal force in transforming spaces and elevating brands. As a Senior Graphic Designer and Creative Lead, you won't just make signs; you'll blend artistry with precision to deliver truly exceptional "Wow!" experiences for a wide array of clients. Our team thrives on innovation, and we're looking for a motivated design leader ready to shape our creative direction.
This is an in-person, leadership-focused role in the Columbus MSA.
A DAY IN THE LIFE, WHAT YOU'LL DO…
- Design With Impact: Serve as the primary graphic designer, creating high-impact sign and experiential graphics that capture attention and build brand identity.
- Lead With Vision: Guide and manage creative projects from concept to completion, overseeing both in-house and external designers.
- Collaborate & Coordinate: Work seamlessly with cross-functional teams, including fabricators, installers, and project managers, to ensure flawless execution of your designs.
- Innovate with AI: Integrate artificial intelligence tools into your creative workflow to streamline processes and develop conceptual designs.
- Ensure Quality: Maintain brand consistency and uphold the highest standards of quality through rigorous quality control processes.
- Manage Complex Projects: Masterfully manage and maintain timelines for multiple, complex projects simultaneously.
- Prepare for Production: Create accurate, production-ready art files for our fabrication machines and technical designs for engineering and permitting.
YOUR BENEFITS & PERKS
- A Rewarding Culture: Be part of a great team environment where your creativity is valued and your contributions make a visible impact.
- Advancement Opportunities: We're a growing company, which means significant opportunities for your career to advance with us.
- Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary and bonus potential that rewards your contributions.
- Full Benefits: Comprehensive health insurance package.
- Invest In Your Future: 401K/Profit Sharing options (pending).
- Generous Time Off: Paid vacation and holidays to recharge and refresh.
- Mentorship & Training: Continuous training and mentorship to accelerate your professional growth.
THE IDEAL CANDIDATE, WHAT YOU'LL BRING….
- Coach-ability and Creativity: A positive attitude and willingness to learn from every challenge, plus a proven ability to translate creative concepts into stunning visual realities.
- Growth Mindset: A passion for continuous learning and a desire to grow with our organization by actively developing new skills.
- Portfolio with "Wows!": Proven experience as a graphic designer with an exceptional aesthetic sensibility and a portfolio that demonstrates your ability to deliver high-quality, impactful branding and designs.
- Expert Technical Skills: A deep understanding and high proficiency across the entire Adobe Creative Suite and other relevant design software.
- Motivated & Proactive: An ability to take initiative and work independently, identifying new creative needs and opportunities for our clients and the business.
- Experience In a Fast-paced Environment: Experience designing for signs and familiarity with our specific machinery are a strong plus.
- Strong Communication Skills: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills to clearly convey complex design information to diverse stakeholders.
- Problem-Solving Aptitude: A detail-oriented, solution-driven approach, with the ability to make sound decisions under pressure.
- Educational Background: A 2- or 4-year degree in Graphic Design, Art, or a related field, or equivalent real-world work experience.
- Strong People Skills: Excellent customer service skills and the empathy to effectively interact with a wide range of people.
Salary : $60,320 - $66,560