Brand designer

SGS Consulting; Sacramento (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

SGS Consulting in Sacramento, CA is seeking a seasoned graphic designer to translate brand strategy into concepts across print, digital, social, retail, and experiential channels; you will craft production-ready layouts and present mood boards and decks.

You will collaborate with Creative Director, Art Director, Copywriter, and Marketing teams, manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment, and uphold a high standard of creative craft.

Qualifications

• BA/BS/BFA in Graphic Design or MA/MFA in related field.
• 4–6+ years in brand or graphic design (agency or in-house preferred).

Responsibilities

• Translate brand strategy into strong concepts and creative solutions.
• Execute assets across print, digital, social, retail, and experiential channels.
• Develop production-ready layouts with typography, composition, and detail.
• Prepare presentations including mood boards, mockups, and creative decks.
• Provide art direction and feedback to external agencies and vendors under senior creative guidance.
• Uphold a high level of creative craft.
• Partner with Creative Director, Art Director, Copywriter, and Marketing teams to refine and execute ideas.
• Incorporate stakeholder feedback efficiently and professionally.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Maintain organized files and adhere to production workflows for smooth handoffs and on-time delivery.

Skills

Brand execution

Creative problem solving

Communication

Attention to detail

Collaboration

Typography & layout

Education

BA/BS/BFA in Graphic Design

MA/MFA in related field

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

MS Office

Presentation tools

AI tools (ChatGPT / Adobe Firefly)

Job description

Job Responsibilities

• Translate brand strategy and guidelines into strong concepts and creative solutions.
• Execute creative assets across print, digital, social, retail, and experiential channels.
• Develop production-ready layouts with attention to typography, composition, and detail.
• Prepare presentations including mood boards, mockups, and creative decks.
• Provide art direction and feedback to external agencies and vendors under senior creative guidance.
• Uphold a high level of creative craft.
• Partner with Creative Director, Art Director, Copywriter, and Marketing teams to refine and execute ideas.
• Incorporate stakeholder feedback efficiently and professionally.
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
• Maintain organized files and adhere to production workflows for smooth handoffs and on-time delivery.

Skills

• Strong multi-channel brand execution portfolio.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other presentation tools.
• Experience in print and digital design; social or experiential design is a plus.
• Familiarity with AI tools (e.g., ChatGPT, Adobe Firefly) to support creative development.
• Strong understanding of design fundamentals, typography, and layout.
• Effective communication and collaborative mindset.
• Detail-oriented, organized, and open to feedback.

Education/Experience

• BA/BS/BFA in Graphic Design or MA/MFA in a related field.
• 4–6+ years in brand or graphic design (agency or in-house preferred).