Brand Designer

Aquent; New York (NY); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidized health, vision, and dental

Retirement plan with company match

Job summary

Aquent Talent seeks a visionary and hands-on Creative Leader to shape the visual identity and narrative of a diverse brand portfolio. Drive design strategy, deliver high-impact solutions, and maintain brand cohesion across platforms.

You will influence how the organization communicates its mission and connects with audiences, translating ideas into actionable designs and prototypes while guiding a team and external partners.

Qualifications

• Proven experience leading design strategy and execution across programs and products.
• Collaborative style with ability to influence stakeholders and drive alignment.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.
• Strong understanding of visual design principles and user-centered design.

Responsibilities

• Lead design strategy and direction for all programs and moments.
• Participate in marketing, brand, and design discussions and planning.
• Own projects from concept to final production with minimal instruction.
• Balance workload from stakeholders to meet deadlines and deliverables.
• Define scope, vision, messages, and assets; translate ideas into wireframes and prototypes.
• Create sketches, wireframes, mockups, and prototypes using Adobe CS and Figma.
• Manage relationships with external agencies for specific projects.
• Ensure design consistency across all company deliverables.
• Contribute to creative reviews and implement feedback.

Skills

Design thinking

Project management

Team collaboration

Adobe Creative Suite

Figma

Strong portfolio

Communication

Creative leadership

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

Figma

Job description

Aquent, a proud partner to innovative industry leaders, is seeking exceptional talent to join a pioneering organization at the forefront of its field. This company is renowned for its commitment to making complex concepts accessible and engaging through world-class design. They believe that design is not just aesthetic, but a powerful tool for storytelling and connection, bridging the gap between humanity and technology.

We are looking for a visionary and hands-on creative leader to significantly shape the visual identity and narrative of a diverse portfolio of brands. This is an incredible opportunity to drive design strategy, execute high-impact creative solutions, and ensure brand cohesion across all platforms. Your expertise will directly influence how this forward-thinking company communicates its mission and connects with its audience, making a tangible difference in their impactful work.

What You Will Do

• Lead design strategy and direction for all programs, products, and key moments.


• Actively participate in marketing, brand, and design discussions, providing valuable feedback during planning and strategy meetings.


• Proactively take ownership of each project, from initial brainstorms to final production, with minimal instruction.


• Successfully manage project requests from various stakeholders, balancing workload to meet all deadlines.


• Utilize strong communication and organizational skills to define project scope, vision, deliverables, key messaging, and necessary assets.


• Quickly translate ideas and moodboards into sketches, wireframes, mockups, and prototypes, leveraging tools like Adobe Creative Suite and Figma.


• Manage relationships with external agencies engaged for specific projects.


• Ensure consistency in designs across all company deliverables.


• Participate in creative reviews with team members, incorporating recommended changes into final designs.

Must-Have Qualifications

• Demonstrated experience in the design thinking process.


• Proven ability and flexibility to work effectively in a collaborative team environment.


• Experience as a project manager and/or creative lead.


• Expertise with standard design tools, including Adobe Creative Suite and Figma.


• Strong knowledge of current digital design best practices.


• A solid understanding of visual design principles, coupled with experience in user-centered design.


• A strong portfolio showcasing the breadth of your design capabilities.


• Strong work ethic and personal accountability.


• Excellent time management skills.


• Adaptability and flexibility to meet the changing needs of the business.


• A self-starter and effective problem solver who thrives in ambiguous and fast-paced environments.


• Ability to clearly communicate conceptual ideas and an openness to feedback.


• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to build strong working relationships.

About Aquent Talent:

Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world's biggest brands.

Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits!

Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We're about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.