Designer (social) [AQ-19835]

Aquent; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 115,000; Full time

Job summary

Aquent Studios in San Diego is seeking a dynamic Social Creative to shape visually distinctive, social-first work across a diverse portfolio for a leading technology partner. You will collaborate with a Senior Copywriter and report to the Managing Creative Director, transforming briefs into platform-native concepts, robust content systems, and impactful campaigns that drive engagement.

You are a strong conceptual thinker with hands-on craft, deep knowledge of social platforms and creator

Qualifications

• Expertise in creating social-first creative across platforms.
• Strong portfolio showcasing design and production design craft.
• Experience translating insights into platform-native concepts.
• Collaborative experience with cross-functional teams and external partners.

Responsibilities

• Partner with a Senior Copywriter to concept social-first ideas and activations.
• Translate audience insights into compelling visual ideas for each platform.
• Design and implement scalable design systems and content frameworks.
• Lead creation of social content including motion graphics and video.
• Collaborate with creators, production teams, and marketing stakeholders.
• Deliver high-quality work with meticulous production design and storyboards.

Skills

Figma

Adobe CC

Social-first design

Portfolio development

Cross-functional collaboration

Job description

Join Aquent Studios, a premier creative agency partnered with one of the world’s most innovative technology brands, to shape how groundbreaking stories come to life in culture and the market. In this pivotal role, you will be instrumental in crafting visually distinctive, social-first creative that captivates audiences globally, directly influencing how millions engage with cutting-edge technology and next-generation products.

About Our Partner

Our partner is a global leader renowned for driving innovation and pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in technology. They are at the forefront of developing solutions that power the modern world, from advanced mobile experiences to transformative emerging technologies. Joining their in-house studio through Aquent, you will contribute to a dynamic environment where creativity meets cutting-edge science, helping to tell compelling stories that resonate across diverse platforms and communities.

About The Role

We are seeking a dynamic Social Creative to join our team, dedicated to supporting our leading technology partner. This is an extraordinary opportunity to develop visually distinctive, social-first creative across a diverse portfolio of brands and emerging growth businesses. Collaborating closely with a Senior Copywriter and reporting to the Managing Creative Director, you will transform strategic insights and creative briefs into platform-native concepts, robust content systems, and impactful campaigns that ignite engagement and cultural relevance. If you are a strong conceptual thinker and a hands‑on creative with exceptional visual craft, combined with a deep understanding of social platforms, creator culture, and emerging content formats, you will thrive here.

What You’ll Do

• Partner with a Senior Copywriter to conceptualize and develop social-first concepts, content platforms, and campaign activations that resonate with global audiences.
• Translate complex audience insights and social strategies into compelling visual ideas and native creative that feels authentic to each platform.
• Design and implement scalable design systems, content frameworks, and innovative visual storytelling approaches across various formats and channels.
• Lead the creation and guidance of social content, encompassing design, motion graphics, video, creator‑led initiatives, and emerging content trends.
• Collaborate seamlessly with creators, agency partners, production teams, and cross‑functional marketing stakeholders to ensure the delivery of high‑quality, impactful work.
• Bring creative ideas to fruition through meticulous production design, stunning graphics, detailed storyboards, and flawless creative execution, upholding the highest standards of craft and innovation.

Who You Are

• Experienced in developing social-first creative tailored for modern platforms and adapting to evolving content ecosystems.
• A strong conceptual thinker with exceptional design and production design skills, capable of translating complex ideas into engaging visuals.
• Possess a deep understanding of visual culture, creator communities, and platform-specific behaviors and trends.
• Skilled across multiple content formats, including motion, video, graphic design, and managing creator-generated content.
• Thrive in collaborative environments, demonstrating the ability to balance multiple brands, diverse audiences, and competing priorities effectively.
• Curious, adaptable, and energized by experimentation and the pursuit of emerging creative opportunities.

Required Skills & Experience

• Expertise in design software, including Figma and Adobe Creative Cloud (e.g., Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
• Proven experience in developing social‑first creative.
• Strong portfolio showcasing exceptional design and production design skills.
• Demonstrated understanding of social platforms, creator culture, and emerging content formats.
• Experience collaborating with cross‑functional teams and external partners.

What Success Looks Like

• The social creative you produce is consistently visually distinctive, culturally relevant, and seamlessly integrated into each platform.
• Your ideas are elevated through exceptional visual craft and compelling storytelling, setting new benchmarks for engagement.
• Your social work complements broader campaigns while maintaining an authentic and natural feel within each platform.
• You foster a strong creative partnership with the Senior Copywriter, consistently delivering high‑impact ideas that drive results.
• The brands you support maintain a recognizable and engaging social presence that audiences actively choose to interact with.

Client Description

Aquent Studios is a global creative studio that delivers scale, speed and efficiency to the world’s most recognized brands. We create the work that matters the most to them work that has a real impact on their business. As an Aquent Studios team member, you’ll have the opportunity to engage with the largest and most influential companies in the world, solving design challenges and extending their brands across tactic types and platforms, including digital design, UI/UX, video, motion, content, print design, web development, and more. If you want to do work that matters in a collaborative setting that values ingenuity and personal growth, you have found the right place!

Compensation Range

Compensation Range: $110,000-$115,000 DOE. The range provided is our reasonable estimate of the compensation for this role. The actual amount may be higher or lower, based on factors such as experience, knowledge, skills, abilities and location.