Designer

Inkling; United States; On-site; USD 70,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary $70k–$80k

Health insurance (100% for medical, Rx

Paid time off 20 days

401k with match

WFH snacks allowance

Job summary

Inkling is seeking a skilled Designer to join our creative team. This hands-on role brings concepts to life through thoughtful visual design and contributes to immersive brand experiences across digital and physical touchpoints.

As a Designer, you’ll translate briefs into clear visual work, collaborate with Art Directors to develop design systems, build compelling decks, and produce assets for events, signage, and digital projects while maintaining brand consistency.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of design experience in an agency or studio environment.
• Experience in experiential, event, or environmental design projects.
• Strong portfolio showcasing graphic design, layout, and visual storytelling.
• Proficiency with design tools such as Figma, Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator.
• Strong attention to detail and commitment to craft.
• Ability to work collaboratively and communicate clearly.

Responsibilities

• Develop visual design for experiential, event, and graphic design projects.
• Explore visual concepts and support Art Directors in shaping creative treatments.
• Build presentation decks with a strong focus on layout, hierarchy, and storytelling.
• Produce design assets across formats, from digital mockups to environmental graphics.
• Maintain consistency of visual systems and brand guidelines across deliverables.
• Collaborate with copywriters, designers, engineers, and strategists within a cross-functional team.
• Manage feedback, iterate quickly, and deliver polished work under tight timelines.

Skills

Graphic design

Layout

Visual storytelling

Collaboration

Communication

Attention to detail

Figma

InDesign

Photoshop

Illustrator

Tools

Figma

Adobe InDesign

Photoshop

Illustrator

Job description

Inkling is seeking a skilled Designer to join our creative team. This is a hands-on role where you’ll bring concepts to life through thoughtful visual design and contribute to the development of immersive brand experiences across digital and physical touchpoints.

At Inkling, we craft experiences that bridge the digital and physical worlds. Our team of experience designers creates immersive brand activations, eye-catching websites, and compelling visual storytelling.

As a Designer, you’ll take written and verbal briefs and translate them into clear, intentional visual work. You’ll collaborate closely with Art Directors and Creative Directors to develop design systems, build presentations, explore visual territories, and support the execution of experiential and digital projects. Strong craft, attention to detail, and a willingness to explore new ideas are essential.

If you’re passionate about producing high-quality design and thrive in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, we’d love to hear from you.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Develop visual design for experiential, event, and graphic design projects
• Explore visual concepts and support Art Directors in shaping creative treatments
• Build presentation decks with a strong focus on layout, hierarchy, and storytelling
• Produce design assets across formats, from digital mockups to environmental graphics
• Maintain consistency of visual systems and brand guidelines across deliverables
• Collaborate with copywriters, designers, engineers, and strategists within a cross-functional team
• Manage feedback, iterate quickly, and deliver polished work under tight timelines

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• 2+ years of design experience in an agency or studio environment
• Strong portfolio showcasing graphic design, layout, and visual storytelling
• Experience contributing to experiential, event, or environmental design projects
• Proficiency with design tools such as Figma, Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator
• Strong attention to detail and demonstrated commitment to craft
• Ability to work collaboratively and communicate clearly

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• 3-5 years of agency or studio design experience
• Experience designing for physical spaces (signage, wayfinding, environmental graphics)
• Familiarity with motion design or 3D tools
• Experience supporting pitches and early-phase concepting

THE PERKS

• Competitive salary ranging from $70,000 to $80,000, based on skills and experience
• 100% company-provided medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 20 days of paid time off per calendar year
• 401k with a company match program
• Weekly allowance for work-from-home (WFH) snacks

RIGHT TO WORK IN THE US

Applicants must be authorized to work in the US for any employer. At this time, we do not provide sponsorship or assistance with work authorization.

ABOUT INKLING

Inkling is a creative agency that thrives on pushing the boundaries of collaboration and craft. We foster an environment that encourages creative exploration, celebrates diverse perspectives, and delivers exceptional work that leaves a lasting impact.

We’re committed to building an inclusive environment where people of all races, genders, sexual orientations, abilities, and backgrounds feel empowered to contribute and grow.