Senior Graphic Designer Job at DMF Lighting in Carson

About Us

DMF Lighting designs and builds industry-leading LED downlighting that sets the standard for flexibility, performance, and quality. Founded over 30 years ago, DMF has grown into a leader in the lighting industry, driven by a passion for innovation and customer service.

Our in-house engineers constantly push the boundaries of lighting, delivering products that combine exceptional performance with beautiful design. At DMF, we believe in a collaborative, forward-thinking culture that empowers our team to bring creative ideas to life and make a lasting impact. If you’re looking for a company where creativity and innovation are part of the DNA, DMF is the place for you.

About You
You are an innovative, hands-on Senior Graphic Designer who thrives on challenges and always goes the extra mile to make the perfect touchdown. As the Creative Director’s right hand, you’ll play a pivotal role in shaping our brand’s visual identity, collaborating closely to create visually stunning, story-driven content that captivates audiences. You’ll take ownership of art direction, concept development, and execution across digital, print, and social media, ensuring brand consistency at every step. In a fast-paced environment, you excel at juggling multiple projects and delivering standout design solutions that make a lasting impact. If you’re driven by challenges and ready to push creative boundaries, we want to hear from you!

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead visual identity and art direction across channels, ensuring innovative and consistent branding.
• Develop creative visual campaigns to support product launches, events, trade shows, and branding communications.
• Manage the creative development and art direction for:
  • Websites, digital assets, and UI/UX design
  • Product catalogs, print materials, and packaging
  • Social media, email marketing,
  • Trade shows and events
• Formulate concepts with minimal oversight or design direction.
• Solve story-driven design problems while being an aesthetic champion for the brand.
• Understand and execute the difference between short-term campaigns and long-term brand ecosystems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (marketing, product, engineering, web development) to translate project needs into visually stunning designs.
• Work with interdisciplinary team members, contributing and expressing opinions in a collaborative environment.
• Stay current with design trends, tools, and technologies to keep our visual identity fresh and innovative.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery while maintaining a high standard of creative quality.
• Oversee project management from concept through completion, prioritizing and handling multiple tasks independently.
• Create user-centered designs, considering both functional and aesthetic aspects for digital platforms.
• Lead and mentor junior designers, providing feedback and guidance for creative development.

Skills & Qualifications

• At least 5-8 years of relevant experience in an agency or in-house Graphic Design role (in-house preferred).
• BA in Graphic Design or a related field
• A strong portfolio demonstrating the ability to develop creative, strategic design solutions across a broad range of mediums, including print, digital, and web design (video is a plus), showcasing expertise in maintaining brand consistency, problem-solving, and leading cross-functional projects, with a focus on both B2C and B2B contexts.
• Proven experience in corporate brand management and the ability to maintain consistent brand messaging.
• Expert-level proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
• Experience in UI/UX design, video editing, and motion graphics is a plus.
• B2B experience preferred, with a strong understanding of business-to-business design needs.
• Excellent creative and concept development skills, with a strong understanding of typography, color theory, and layout principles.
• Detail-oriented with a strong sense of aesthetics and design trends.
• Ability to guide, evaluate, and redirect creative development as needed to ensure project success.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work well within a team environment.
• Ability to independently manage multiple projects, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Possess a good design "flair" and be a broad thinker who can offer a variety of creative solutions.

What We Offer:
At DMF Lighting, we provide an exciting, fast-growing environment where you’ll face stimulating challenges and have the opportunity to drive innovation in the lighting industry. We believe in fostering professional growth and offer a supportive, collaborative atmosphere where your contributions make a real impact. In addition to career development opportunities, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, a 401(k) retirement plan with company matching, paid time off, and more. Join us to be part of a team that’s shaping the future of lighting, while building a rewarding career.

This role is onsite in Carson, CA.

The salary range is $80,000-$110,000 annually (depends on skills/experience).

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