Graphic Designer - Temporary

Socket.dev; Costa Mesa (CA); On-site; USD 45,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Life and AD&D insurance

Voluntary benefits: Hospital Indemnity

Paid time off and holidays

Casual dress code

Employee discounts

Job summary

5.11 is seeking a highly creative Graphic Designer to take concepts through final execution across print and digital channels. You’ll design a wide range of materials and collaborate with copywriters, photographers, stylists, and marketers to bring campaigns to life.

The role requires a strong portfolio, experience with websites, email, and digital advertising, and a solid understanding of responsive design and HTML for digital creatives. Competitive pay and benefits offered.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in graphic design or related field.
• Strong portfolio across print and digital.
• Experience designing for websites, email, digital advertising.
• Working knowledge of responsive design and HTML for digital creatives.
• Proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, especially InDesign.
• Ability to apply brand guidelines across formats.
• Collaborative and cross-functional team player.
• Knowledge of current design trends and software.

Responsibilities

• Develop creative concepts and translate ideas into visual designs.
• Design print and digital marketing materials across channels.
• Partner with copywriters, photographers, stylists, designers, marketing partners, printers, and cross-functional teams.
• Interpret briefs and stakeholder needs to deliver impactful designs.
• Incorporate feedback and refine designs through approvals.
• Communicate project status, priorities, and timelines with leads.
• Contribute ideas throughout the design process.
• Collaborate with designers to maintain consistency and quality.
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines with tracking and proofing.
• Ensure final work aligns with brand standards and is production-ready.

Skills

Creative concepts

Brand storytelling

Collaboration

Time management

Communication

Education

Bachelors in Graphic Design or related field

Equivalent relevant experience

Tools

Adobe Creative Suite

InDesign

HTML

Responsive design

Job description

Born in Yosemite, forged in Quantico and built for adventure. 5.11 is a purpose-driven lifestyle brand, rooted in performance, durability, and versatility. Since 1979, we’ve created gear and apparel for people who live life without limits, delivering gear and apparel that empower them to push boundaries every day.

At 5.11, we see graphic design as visual storytelling that engages, informs, and inspires. We’re looking for a highly creative Graphic Designer who can take ideas from concept through final execution across both print and digital channels.

What You'll Do:

• Develop creative concepts and translate ideas into compelling visual designs.
• Design a wide range of print and digital marketing materials, including digital advertising, email, website assets, point-of-sale materials, store graphics, sales collateral, catalogs, direct mail, brochures, event and display graphics, packaging, and brand materials.
• Partner with copywriters, photographers, stylists, designers, marketing partners, printers, and other cross-functional teams to bring creative projects to life.
• Interpret creative briefs and stakeholder needs and develop design solutions that deliver strong visual impact.
• Incorporate feedback and refine designs through final stakeholder approval.
• Partner closely with creative leads and project managers to communicate project status, priorities, and timelines.
• Receive and execute against creative direction while contributing ideas and recommendations throughout the design process.
• Collaborate with other designers to maintain consistency and elevate the overall quality of creative work.
• Manage multiple projects and deadlines while maintaining accurate project tracking and proofing.
• Ensure final work aligns with brand standards and is accurate, polished, and ready for production.

What You Bring:

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Marketing, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience.
• Strong portfolio demonstrating experience across print and digital design.
• Experience designing for websites, email, digital advertising, and other digital channels.
• Working knowledge of responsive design and HTML as it relates to digital creative.
• Advanced proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, including InDesign.
• Strong understanding of branding, typography, layout, composition, and visual storytelling.
• Ability to interpret and execute established brand guidelines across multiple formats and channels.
• Collaborative approach and ability to work effectively with creative and cross-functional partners.
• Current knowledge of design trends, technology, and industry software.

Pay Range: $33.00-$38.00 per hour

5.11 offers a best-in-class benefits program including: medical, dental and vision insurance; a 401(k) program with employer match; employer-paid basic life and AD&D insurance. Additionally, employees can choose from several voluntary benefits including: Hospital Indemnity/Accident insurance; Flexible Spending Account/Health Saving Account; Employee Assistance Program; Paid Time Off/Paid Holidays/Sick Time; Casual Dress Code; and Employee Discounts.

*If you are a regular full-time employee working at least 30 hours per week, you and your eligible dependents may participate in 5.11’s benefits program.

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