Senior Graphic Designer & Creative Lead

Benefits:

• Bonus Potential
• 401(k)
• Company parties
• Competitive salary
• Health insurance
• Opportunity for advancement
• Paid time off
• Training & development
• Profit sharing
  
  
  

Are you ready to create the extraordinary, plus grow personally & professionally?

Join our rapidly expanding creative sign & experiential graphics company and become a pivotal force in transforming spaces and elevating brands. As a Senior Graphic Designer and Creative Lead, you won't just make signs; you'll blend artistry with precision to deliver truly exceptional "Wow!" experiences for a wide array of clients. Our team thrives on innovation, and we're looking for a motivated design leader ready to shape our creative direction.

This is an in-person, leadership-focused role in the Columbus MSA.

a Day In The Life, What You'll Do…

• Design With Impact: Serve as the primary graphic designer, creating high-impact sign and experiential graphics that capture attention and build brand identity.
• Lead With Vision: Guide and manage creative projects from concept to completion, overseeing both in-house and external designers.
• Collaborate & Coordinate: Work seamlessly with cross-functional teams, including fabricators, installers, and project managers, to ensure flawless execution of your designs.
• Innovate with AI: Integrate artificial intelligence tools into your creative workflow to streamline processes and develop conceptual designs.
• Ensure Quality: Maintain brand consistency and uphold the highest standards of quality through rigorous quality control processes.
• Manage Complex Projects: Masterfully manage and maintain timelines for multiple, complex projects simultaneously.
• Prepare for Production: Create accurate, production-ready art files for our fabrication machines and technical designs for engineering and permitting.
  
  
  

Your Benefits & Perks

• A Rewarding Culture: Be part of a great team environment where your creativity is valued and your contributions make a visible impact.
• Advancement Opportunities: We're a growing company, which means significant opportunities for your career to advance with us.
• Competitive Compensation: Enjoy a competitive salary and bonus potential that rewards your contributions.
• Full Benefits: Comprehensive health insurance package.
• Invest In Your Future: 401K/Profit Sharing options (pending).
• Generous Time Off: Paid vacation and holidays to recharge and refresh.
• Mentorship & Training: Continuous training and mentorship to accelerate your professional growth.
  
  
  

The Ideal Candidate, What You'll Bring….

• Coach-ability and Creativity: A positive attitude and willingness to learn from every challenge, plus a proven ability to translate creative concepts into stunning visual realities.
• Growth Mindset: A passion for continuous learning and a desire to grow with our organization by actively developing new skills.
• Portfolio with "Wows!": Proven experience as a graphic designer with an exceptional aesthetic sensibility and a portfolio that demonstrates your ability to deliver high-quality, impactful branding and designs.
• Expert Technical Skills: A deep understanding and high proficiency across the entire Adobe Creative Suite and other relevant design software.
• Motivated & Proactive: An ability to take initiative and work independently, identifying new creative needs and opportunities for our clients and the business.
• Experience In a Fast-paced Environment: Experience designing for signs and familiarity with our specific machinery are a strong plus.
• Strong Communication Skills: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills to clearly convey complex design information to diverse stakeholders.
• Problem-Solving Aptitude: A detail-oriented, solution-driven approach, with the ability to make sound decisions under pressure.
• Educational Background: A 2- or 4-year degree in Graphic Design, Art, or a related field, or equivalent real-world work experience.
• Strong People Skills: Excellent customer service skills and the empathy to effectively interact with a wide range of people.