Production Designer

Wripple; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 94,000 - 157,000; Full time

Job summary

Wripple is seeking an NYC-area Production Designer with a strong portfolio in high-volume retail campaigns. You will oversee assets across media, act as brand guardian, and collaborate with cross-functional teams in a fast-paced environment.

This hybrid NYC role requires 3–4 days on-site in midtown Manhattan and 3+ years of agency or in-house experience. You will refine campaigns for digital, print, and mail with a focus on speed, accuracy, and exceptional design quality.

Qualifications

• Must have a strong portfolio showing high-volume, quick-turn production work.
• Excellent design eye and meticulous attention to detail.
• Currently located in NYC area and available for hybrid work in midtown Manhattan, 3-4 days per week.
• Minimum 3+ years of agency or in-house creative experience.
• Excellent communication and collaborative skills.
• A passion for beautiful design and delivering exceptional results.

Responsibilities

• Oversee a broad range of assets across media types as a brand guardian.
• Review assets quickly to balance speed and accuracy while meeting standards.
• Support production of creative projects, including sales materials and PowerPoint decks.
• Foster inclusive collaboration with teams and stakeholders.

Skills

Media Expertise

Fast-Paced Environment

Written Communication

Digital UX & Accessibility

Organizational Skills

Proactive Team Player

Attention to Detail

Adobe CC Proficiency

Tools

Adobe Creative Cloud

Figma

Microsoft Office

Job description

Are you a NYC-area superstar in production design? A confidential client of Wripple's wants to talk to you! We are looking for 2-4 of the very best Production Designers in the New York City area with extensive RETAIL experience (high volume, quick turn) to be considered for a contract-to-perm or straight FT hire. Former ad agency or in-house agency talent with demonstrated success building files for production across all digital marketing tactics plus direct mail/catalog is preferred.

• Must have a strong portfolio of work in an industry that has required high volume/quick turn for campaign files
• Greatest strengths are an eye for design and incredible attention to detail
• Must be currently located in NYC-area and be willing to work in a hybrid work environment in midtown Manhattan, 3-4 days per week. Relocation is not offered for this position.
• A minimum of 3+ years of agency or in-house creative experience
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with teams.
• A passion for beautiful design and delivering exceptional results.

Job Description

The Production Designer supports revenue generation through creative oversight of advertisers’ assets in a broad range of media types. This role serves as a brand guardian, facilitating the swift review of campaign assets, balancing speed and accuracy. They ensure that all standards and technical requirements are met, with a focus on maintaining our client’s branded customer experience.

What You Will Do

Serve as a brand guardian, overseeing a wide range of assets across multiple media types, including but not limited to:

• On-site advertising (Display, Video, Brand Showcase)
• Off-site advertising (Social, Programmatic Display/Video, Connected TV, Audio)
• HSQ Jumbotron and in-store screens
• Email banners
• Assist in the production of creative projects, including, but not limited to, sales materials and PowerPoint presentations.
• Foster an environment of acceptance and respect that strengthens relationships, and ensures authentic connections with colleagues, customers, and communities.

Skills You Will Need

Media Expertise: Strong command of various media types, including social platforms (e.g., Facebook, Instagram, in-feed static, videos, and stories).

Adaptability in Fast-Paced Environments: Ability to thrive in a high-volume, fast-paced environment and meet tight deadlines.

Written Communication: Excellent written communication skills, with the ability to provide clear and actionable creative and technical feedback that is understandable to non-designers.

Digital User Experience & Accessibility: Clear understanding of digital user experience and accessibility standards.

Organizational Skills: Exceptional organizational, planning, and prioritization skills, capable of managing a large workload with fast turnaround times.

Proactive Team Player: Strong ability to work independently while being a proactive, collaborative team player.

Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail and follow-through, with the ability to catch even the smallest errors (e.g., down to a pixel).

Creative Software Proficiency: Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (XD, Photoshop, InDesign, Figma) and Microsoft Office Suite.

Target Salary Range for this role on a FTE employment basis is $94,000 - $157,000. If you are interested in a contract-to-hire engagement, please provide your hourly rate requirements when you apply.

Now, a little bit about Wripple:

Wripple is marketing’s best on-demand talent platform. Built by several leaders from Razorfish, we focus only on matching top marketing talent with great opportunities at the world’s leading brands. Our private talent marketplace includes the very best proven freelancers across a range of marketing disciplines and more than 250 clients that have signed an MSA with Wripple prior to being able to post any jobs. This means freelancers get matched with qualified opportunities sourced by Wripple’s sales team. You also benefit by outsourcing all the back-office stuff to Wripple. We help with scoping, contracting and onboarding, and we pay you directly so you don’t have to chase clients for payment.

Other Reasons to Join Wripple?

• Diverse Opportunities: Work on a variety of projects across different industries with world-class clients like Delta, AT&T, and Coca-Cola and many, many more
• Flexibility and Control: Set your own rates and preferences through Wripple’s Talent Dashboard. Receive online project briefs and decide which opportunities align with your interests and expertise.
• No Cost to You: There is absolutely no cost to be a member of Wripple. Our platform is designed to support you in every way possible. The only investment you make is the time required to be fully vetted, and once approved, set your profile, and add your portfolio.