Designer [AQ-18436]

Aquent; San Francisco (CA); Hybrid; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Subsidized health plan

Vision plan

Dental plan

Paid sick leave

401(k) retirement match

Online training via Aquent Gymnasium

Job summary

Aquent is partnering with a client to find a Designer who will develop visually compelling assets across digital, social, print, and in-store experiences. The role blends conceptual thinking with design execution and brand consistency in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

The ideal candidate has 4+ years of design experience, a Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and Figma (After Effects a plus), and a portfolio that demonstrates multi-format

Qualifications

• 4+ years design experience in creative agency or in-house brand environment.
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent industry experience.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite and Figma; After Effects a plus.
• Strong typography, layout, and visual hierarchy across formats.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Design digital, print, and in-store assets across channels.
• Prepare production-ready files for digital and print, on time and within brand guidelines.
• Partner with copywriters, art directors, and marketing to translate brand strategy into campaigns.
• Contribute fresh ideas to evolving brand identity across touchpoints.
• Manage multiple projects with attention to detail and deadlines.

Skills

4+ years design

Brand collaboration

Communication

Cross-functional teamwork

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)

Figma

After Effects

Job description

Our team at Aquent is partnering with a client to find a skilled Designer. This role will be responsible for developing visually compelling assets that bring the brand to life across digital, social, print, and in-store experiences. The ideal candidate brings a strong balance of conceptual thinking, sharp design execution, and a keen eye for brand consistency. Operating in a collaborative, fast-paced environment, this position works closely with cross-functional partners to deliver inspiring work that drives business results.

Core Responsibilities

• Design & Asset Creation (80%): Design digital, print, and in-store creative assets—including campaign layouts, social content, email designs, and retail signage.
• Production & Timely Delivery (20%): Prepare production-ready files for both digital and print channels, ensuring all design deliverables are executed on time, within budget, and aligned with brand guidelines.
• Concept & Strategy: Partner with copywriters, art directors, and marketing teams to translate brand strategy and marketing objectives into integrated campaign concepts.
• Brand Evolution: Contribute fresh creative ideas during brainstorming sessions to support the ongoing evolution of the brand identity across all touchpoints.
• Project Execution: Manage multiple creative projects simultaneously while maintaining high attention to detail and meeting tight deadlines.

Qualifications

• Experience: 4+ years of design experience within a creative agency or in-house brand environment.
• Education: Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent industry experience.
• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and Figma. Experience with After Effects or animation/motion design is a strong plus.
• Design Mastery: Strong understanding of typography, layout, and visual hierarchy across print and digital formats. Must present a strong portfolio showcasing conceptual design, brand systems, and multi-format execution.
• Soft Skills: Excellent communication and collaboration abilities, with the agility to work both independently and as part of a cross-functional team.

Working Environment

• Hybrid schedule requiring 3 days a week in the office.

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.