Senior Graphic Designer New York, NY Job at Tbwa Chiat/Day Inc in New York

Named one of WorkLife’s 50 Best Places to Work and one of Fast Company's Most Innovative Companies, Whalar Group is a global creator company on a mission to liberate the creative voice.

Creators are at the heart of everything we do! We are a curious, diverse team of 300 individuals around the world who are passionate about the Creator Economy. Our proximity, understanding, and trust of creators evolved into a first-of-its-kind creator ecosystem.

About the role:

The Senior Graphic Designer will help support internal teams, focusing on creating pitch decks, case studies, and reports. You will have a demonstrated flair in layout, composition, graphics, and typography. The ideal candidate will have a passion for cutting-edge design and a drive to push boundaries in the creative space while balancing strategic business goals.

Here’s what you’ll do day to day:

• Develop and iterate on brand guidelines, creating scalable design systems that maintain visual coherence and adapt to various applications, including digital, print, and environmental.
• Create bespoke and templated Google Slides pitch decks for partners and brands.
• Develop a working knowledge of our client's brands, and produce creative that supports and strengthens their initiatives.
• Create social media graphics, one-pagers, motion graphics, and other content according to direction from the creative and internal teams.
• Consistently capture the essence, message, brand, vision, and vibe in creative design or other creative elements as dictated by the client or other stakeholders.
• Create designs for pitch decks, websites, social media concepts, and branded collateral, ensuring alignment with strategic brand goals.
• Design branded collateral such as apparel, merchandise, and packaging that enhance brand storytelling and engagement.
• Discuss ideas and brainstorm with design and marketing teams.
• Work within design timelines, and ensure projects are delivered on time.
• Have the ability to work independently and collaboratively and to manage concurrent and competing projects successfully.
• Keep up to date with Gen Z and new trends and interpret those into relevant creative.

Here’s what we’re looking for:

• 6-8 years of design experience, creating pitch campaigns and social media assets.
• Strong grasp of cultural and social media trends, with a keen understanding of what is relevant to brands and Gen Z.
• Capable of effectively collaborating with various teams, providing the most useful guidance in an enthusiastic and inspiring manner.
• Ability to take a brief and interpret it to create a thoughtful execution.
• Demonstrated work with larger brands.
• The ability to clearly communicate the reasoning behind design choices.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Fluent in Google Slides/Keynote.
• Expert in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign is a must; Figma experience is a plus.

This hybrid role, based in Hudson Yards, NY, offers flexibility and collaboration, allowing you to choose any three days a week to work from our vibrant office. Enjoy a collaborative environment with top-tier amenities, including beverages, snacks, and weekly happy hours, fostering productivity and camaraderie. This position combines the best of both worlds, offering the freedom to balance in-office interactions with remote work flexibility.

Our values:

At Whalar Group, diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) isn't just a statement, it's our collective strength. Our people are our superpower. A diverse team and inclusive leadership have shaped Whalar Group since our inception in 2016.

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