Senior Designer

Reports to: Design Lead

Classification: Exempt

WHO WE ARE

We are Thesis. Proudly headquartered in Portland, OR, while serving clients globally for over 20 years. Thesis is a creative agency that drives business success through marketing across technology, strategy and operations.  

THE JOB

As a Senior Designer, you will be an integral part of our creative team, collaborating with designers, writers, and developers to deliver exceptional creative work. You will work closely with Design Leads while mentoring and supporting other team members. Your expertise in typography, photography, illustration, iconography, color, pattern, and form will help elevate our creative output. You will bring a mastery of design fundamentals and a keen ability to communicate ideas effectively, ensuring innovation and excellence in every project.

 AS A PERSON, YOU ARE:

• A creative problem solver. You have an eye for detail and a passion for refining and pushing creative boundaries.

• A mentor and collaborator. You enjoy working with a team and guiding others to produce their best work.

• A master of design. You have a deep understanding of digital systems, branding, and user experiences.

• A proactive thinker. You can manage multiple projects, adapt to shifting priorities, and keep a cool head under pressure.

• An articulate communicator. You can present your work confidently and engage with clients to understand their needs while pushing creative boundaries.

IN THIS ROLE, YOU WILL:  

• Design digital systems, style guides, email templates, websites, apps, and other digital and physical experiences.

• Work with cross-functional teams to develop and execute creative campaigns that meet business and brand objectives.

• Take ideas from concept to execution, employing sharp UX thinking and systems design.

• Collaborate with developers to ensure feasibility, innovation, and fidelity of the final output.

• Present work internally to design leadership and externally to clients.

• Uphold and evolve brand guidelines while identifying opportunities for creative improvements.

AS FOR EXPERIENCE, YOU NEED:

• A Bachelor's degree in design or fine arts (or equivalent experience).

• 4 years of experience in a design studio or agency setting.

• A portfolio showcasing exceptional design sensibilities, including branding, typography, layout, and UX/UI design.

• Experience working on global brands.

• Strong familiarity with current trends in color, design, and digital experiences.

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Sketch, Keynote, and prototyping tools like InVision or Flinto.

• Experience with motion graphics, 3D graphics, or other emerging digital creative work is a plus.

• Experience leading design teams and mentoring junior designers is a plus.

• Ability to work on-site in our Portland office.

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The following capabilities are required in order to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations that do not create an undue burden on the agency are available to address the following requirements.

• Using standard office equipment, computers, and related technology.

• Certain activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding, and manipulating a computer mouse.

• Bending, reaching, lifting, pushing, and pulling up to 25 pounds.

• No travel is anticipated for this role.

• Thesis operates using a flexible hybrid model, work occurs remotely two days/week and in the office three days/week.

• As a proud B-Corp, Thesis prioritizes candidates based in the Portland Metro area to allow for a hybrid working set-up in our beautiful office in NW Portland.

EEO STATEMENT

Workplace equity is not a single checkbox.

It's a vital way of thinking, working, and moving through the world. At Thesis, we prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion. You'll see this in our hiring practices, growth projects, and workplace programs — because our agency, our work, and our society are better when diverse perspectives come together.

Thesis is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. As part of this commitment, Thesis will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact Thesis Human Resources as HR@Thesis.Agency for more information.

VALUES

Be Lean, Take Action: We believe in thinking big, rolling up our sleeves, and getting the job done. And while we love a good plan, we believe in using process as an engine, not a brake.

Say What You Mean, Mean What You Say: We’re all here to learn, grow, and evolve together, which requires connecting, conflicting, and embracing. Honesty and ideas are welcome; ego is not.

Show Up Fully: We invite you to bring your whole self to work — your perspective, cultural background, lived experiences — while creating room for others’ strengths to complement your own. What makes you remarkable is welcome at Thesis.

ENCOURAGEMENT

Above all, be hungry to learn and grow beyond this job description.

Research shows that women and people of color often only apply for jobs if they meet 100% of the qualifications. We understand experience can manifest in different ways, and we want to hear about it.