Visual Designer

Dept Agency; Los Angeles (CA); Hybrid; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Join an innovative agency that thrives on creativity and collaboration! As a Mid-level Visual Designer, you'll work with a dynamic team to deliver engaging campaigns for top brands. This role offers the chance to blend design, illustration, and motion graphics while shaping creative ideas into reality. With a focus on personal growth and a supportive work environment, you'll have the autonomy to explore new tools and techniques. If you're passionate about design and eager to make an impact, this is the perfect opportunity for you!

Benefits

Healthcare Coverage

Dental Coverage

Vision Coverage

401k Plan with Matching

Paid Time Off

Paid Company Holidays

Parental Leave

Qualifications

• Portfolio showcasing graphic design foundations like typography and layout.
• Expert knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite is essential.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Deliver projects alongside Creative/Community Planners and Designers.
• Communicate clearly with your team and manager.
• Contribute creatively by sharing ideas and experiences.

Skills

Graphic Design

Adobe Creative Suite

Problem Solving

Time Management

Presentation Skills

Attention to Detail

Curiosity for AI Tools

Education

4+ years relevant experience

Tools

Adobe After Effects

Job description

WHY DEPT?

We are pioneers at heart. What this means, is that we are always leaning forward, thinking of what we can create tomorrow that does not exist today. We were born digital and we are a new model of agency, with a deep skillset in tech and marketing. That’s why we hire curious, self-driven, talented people who never stop innovating.

Our culture is big enough to cope and small enough to care. Meaning, that with people across 20+ countries, we’re big enough to provide you with the best tools, global opportunities, and benefits that help you thrive. While acting small by investing in you, your growth, your team, and giving you the autonomy to solve our clients' problems, no matter where you are in the world.

We are currently only hiring in specific location in the United States. Locations, office requirements, and salary bands are outlined below. Please note that we do not offer relocation at this time.

JOB PURPOSE

A Visual Designer on the Creative US team represents DEPT by maintaining the highest quality of work while working hand-in-hand with their peers across disciplines. They work within many different formats and social platforms, leveraging the latest tech. They combine strategic thinking with design, illustration and motion design to deliver innovative work. We are looking for creative thinkers who can help shape creative ideas as well as turn them into realities. Someone who believes in the power that design has in grabbing the attention of an audience and keeping them invested. They don’t ask for permission, they create...constantly.

Our studio in the US needs a Mid-level Visual Designer to join our team of 26 creatives to help us tackle our exciting client work with Snap AR, under Snap Inc. The team is made up of art directors, graphic designers, illustrators, animators (2D + 3D), and video editors, which means each creative brings something different to every project.
As mentioned, the mid-level Visual Designer role would be primarily dedicated to our work on the Snap AR account where they will work with the rest of the Snap AR design team to execute engaging social and campaign tasks.

WHAT YOU'LL DO

This role is fast paced, varied and constantly evolving.

• Deliver projects alongside the Creative/Community Planners and Designers
• Working with the design and creative planning teams to bring work to fruition
• Work with many different formats and platforms to create global campaigns
• Be involved in creative production - Taking the creative from start to finish with the team
• Be invested in creative idea development and campaign look and feel
• Communicate often and clearly with your team and your manager
• Time manage yourself and your projects
• Be aware of and respond to current design and culture
• Present work internally and externally
• Contribute to our creative process by sharing your ideas and experience

WHAT YOU BRING

• Essential:
  • 4+ years relevant experience
  • A portfolio including graphic design
    • Understanding of graphic design foundations e.g. typography, layout design, grids
    • Understanding of form and shape and how illustration, photography and graphic design can work together within a layout
    • Understand how design and motion flow together
  • Expert knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite
  • Advanced problem solving skills & utilizing your available resources
  • Excellent organizational and time management skills and high attention to detail
  • Open mindedness to AI and desire to understand and utilize new tools to make their work better. This curiosity is essential to move forward in this industry.
  • Excellent deck design skills
  • Experience presenting your work
  • Experience in prepping designs for animation/willingless to learn how to prep for animation/motion
  • Ability to remain focused under pressure within a fast-paced environment
  • Ability to work within a team as well as with clients
  • A love for learning new things and exploring new formats
• Nice to have:
  • 2D Animation skills/ interest or experience with Adobe After Effects
  • Illustration background
  • Interest in 3D or experience with 3D programs

WHAT DO WE OFFER?

We are a collaborative, open-door, best-idea-wins environment that fosters personal and company growth and has fun doing it. Here is a snapshot of our benefits package:

• Healthcare, Dental, and Vision coverage
• 401k plan, plus matching
• PTO
• Paid Company Holidays
• Parental Leave

The anticipated salary ranges for this position and subsequent locations are listed below. Salary is based on a range of factors that include relevant experience, expertise, physical location, and organizational impact. This is based on a 40-hour workweek and leveling. Keep in mind, we're flexible.

WE SUPPORT YOU BEING YOU:

DEPT is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We believe our work is its best when our people feel safe and free to be themselves. We’re committed to an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process and workplace, regardless of anyone’s lived experience, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, and genetic information. So tell us about any accommodations you need. It’s totally confidential and only used to make sure you feel fully supported at every step.

DEPT participates in E-Verify, meaning your Form I-9 information will be sent to the federal government to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S.

We are a B Corp-certified company passionate about purpose-driven work. Our hope is that you can feel good about the contributions DEPT is making to the world and we always have an open door for your ideas in making the world a better place.

DEPT is a pioneering technology and marketing services company that creates integrated end-to-end digital experiences for brands such as Google, KFC, Philips, Audi, Twitch, Patagonia, eBay and more. Its team of 2,500+ digital specialists across 30+ locations on 5 continents delivers pioneering work on a global scale with a boutique culture.

Learn more about DEPT

DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION

At DEPT, we take pride in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive. We actively seek to recruit, develop, nurture, and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, with varying skills and perspectives.

Not sure you meet all qualifications? Apply, and let us decide! Research shows that women and members of underrepresented groups tend not to apply for jobs when they think they may not meet every requirement, when in fact they do. We believe in giving everyone a fair chance to shine.

We also encourage you to reach out to us and discuss any reasonable adjustments we can make to support you throughout the recruitment process and your time with us.

Want to know more about our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion? Check out our efforts here .

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This is remote role, however you must be located within 50 miles of San Diego, CA or Los Angeles, CA to be considered.

Los Angeles, CA Salary Range $95,100 — $125,000 USD