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Careers At 5 Hundred Degrees Design Studio

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A Sr Designer at 500° is responsible for the development and design of merchandising, marketing, and promotional communications in support of our big brand, industry-leading clients. They work closely with others on the creative team, including art directors and copywriters to deliver work that aligns with client objectives and strategic direction.

• Develop creative ideas, concepts, campaigns, and insights that will drive consumers to react
• Create visually appealing and innovative design concepts/solutions to communicate the brand message across all platforms, including but not limited to print advertisements, digital ads, social media graphics, websites, email campaigns, and promotional materials
• Will work off of client creative briefs to come up with new design strategies/ideas or refresh the current when needed; Will also be expected to look beyond the brief when necessary to independently problem-solve
• Ensure brand consistency across all design deliverables, adhering to brand guidelines and maintaining agency quality standards
• Utilize best practice design techniques to transform conceptual ideas into polished designs; Including but not limited to:
  • Typography, color, shape, and layout
  • Animation/motion design
  • Illustration
• Will manage multiple projects simultaneously often on extremely tight and changing timelines
• Collaborate and communicate design concepts with internal creative team to build a culture of innovation, excellence, and accountability
• Work with cross-functional teams such as account service, production, and project management to ensure high-quality execution on creative deliverable s
• Be a strong partner and influencer of the creative process
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior designers, fostering a positive and collaborative team environment.

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or a related field preferred; and/or equivalent work experience
• 6+ years of professional design experience
• Must have a portfolio of projects across print and digital – motion graphics a plus
• Knowledge of the production process, including proofing
• Expert use of Adobe CS (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator, After Effects)
• Experience creating presentations required (Keynote is a must-have or a must-learn )
• Must possess a mastery of typography, illustration, color, shape, and design
• Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills; You will need to clearly and effectively articulate design thinking and creative choices
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, manage multiple projects simultaneously, and meet deadlines
• Must be able to work independently, with little supervision

• Prior marketing/creative agency experience highly preferred
• QSR/food photography experience is a huge plus
• Experience with video content creation and motion graphics are a huge plus

• Ability to work in a fast-paced and sometimes high-pressure environment
• Stamina to handle extended periods of sitting, standing, and walking
• Availability to travel up to 10-15% of the year, as needed, to client locations, industry events, or other relevant destinations

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.