Senior Digital Designer

Ogilvy has been creating impact for brands through iconic, culture-changing, value-driving ideas since the company was founded by David Ogilvy 75 years ago.

It builds on that rich legacy through Borderless Creativity – innovating at the intersections of its advertising, public relations, relationship design, consulting, and health capabilities with experts collaborating seamlessly across over offices in nearly 90 countries.

Ogilvy currently ranks as the #1 global agency network for creative excellence and effectiveness by WARC, signifying its ability to deliver creative solutions that drive unreasonable impact for clients and communities.

Ogilvy is a WPP company (NYSE : WPP).

Are you a passionate Digital Designer with a knack for delivering exceptional design solutions across digital projects?

We are searching for a highly creative individual who possesses supreme attention to detail and strong leadership skills to join our dynamic team. As an exceptionally talented graphic designer, you will bring your own unique flair to our agency and consistently develop outstanding solutions, regardless of the brief or sector.

We want you to collaborate with our diverse team, generate exciting ideas, and create beautiful work and campaigns for the wide range of brands we work with. In addition to your creative prowess, we need someone who can keep their ducks in a row.

With multiple accounts to work across, time management skills are crucial. You will be responsible for managing your own workload efficiently, meeting project deadlines, and ensuring smooth communication and coordination within the team. Ideally, we're seeking someone with 5+ years of experience working across a broad range of clients and multiple sectors.

Your expertise in Adobe Creative Suite is a must-have, as it will be your primary tool for creating visually stunning designs. Additionally, any experience with After Effects will be a bonus, as it will allow you to bring motion and interactivity to your work. As a senior designer, you will play a vital role in guiding and mentoring junior members of the team.

Strong leadership skills and the ability to provide constructive feedback and guidance will be crucial to your success. You'll have the opportunity to collaborate with cross-functional teams, including copywriters, strategists, and account managers, to ensure a cohesive and impactful creative direction.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Demonstrate a high level of proficiency in graphic design, showcasing a portfolio that reflects your talent and creativity.
2. Possess the skills to lead and inspire a team of designers, providing guidance, feedback, and mentorship.
3. Exhibit a keen eye for detail, ensuring the accuracy and quality of design deliverables.
4. Work effectively within a multidisciplinary team, actively participating in brainstorming sessions and contributing innovative ideas.
5. Be flexible and adaptable in a fast-paced agency environment, handling multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high standards.
6. Exhibit excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage competing priorities, meet deadlines, and deliver projects on time.
7. Effectively communicate with clients, understanding their requirements, and delivering design solutions that align with their brand and objectives.
8. Have a diverse portfolio demonstrating experience across different sectors and clients, showcasing versatility in design styles and approaches.
9. Possess expert-level knowledge of software such as Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign, utilizing them to create visually striking designs.
10. Demonstrate a solid understanding of digital design principles and user interface.
11. Ideally, have experience with tools like After Effects to bring motion and interactivity to designs, enhancing their visual impact.

Key Requirements:

1. Strong track record of successfully executing design projects.
2. Possess the ability to think strategically and understand the larger business goals and objectives when creating design solutions.
3. Show proficiency in brand development and brand strategy, understanding how design can effectively communicate and strengthen a brand's identity.
4. Excel in generating and developing innovative and engaging design concepts that align with project objectives and target audiences.
5. Display strong typographic skills, understanding how to effectively use typography to enhance visual communication and create impactful designs.
6. Demonstrate expertise in designing for digital platforms, including responsive web design, mobile applications, and interactive experiences.
7. Show the ability to provide art direction and lead photo shoots or collaborate with photographers and illustrators to bring concepts to life.
8. Stay up to date with design trends, industry innovations, and emerging technologies.

We Offer You:

1. A full-time job within a growing and trendsetting agency.
2. Attractive package and benefits.
3. Continuous training and development.
4. Career conversation and growing opportunities.

At Ogilvy, our people are at the heart of what we do: a creative agency that sparks game-changing ideas across culture and business through collaboration, integrity, and a celebration of self-expression. We believe in building powerful teams with purpose.

This means hiring and nurturing talent across all races, ethnicities, religions, abilities, sexual orientation, and gender identities – and we relentlessly curate transformative initiatives that make our commitment to fairness and equity a reality. Our ultimate mission is to leave a positive impact on the world, creating a better future for all while supporting and uplifting the global communities we serve.

This is central to our mantra of Borderless Creativity. Equal Opportunity Employer.

Ogilvy considers candidates regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.