Senior Graphic Designer

HOURGLASS COSMETICS Senior Graphic Designer (Hybrid Role)

Connected by creativity and driven by purpose. Hourglass Cosmetics is a vegan and cruelty-free beauty brand redefining luxury cosmetics with high-performance products innovative formulas and award-winning franchises. Recognized by Forbes Fast Company and Time Magazine as one of the most inventive beauty companies Hourglass leads the industry with its breakthrough products and its commitment to animal welfare. Founded in 2004 Hourglass is globally available in 32 markets and over 4600 doors including Sephora Ulta Neiman Marcus Selfridges Space NK and more. Hourglass became part of the Unilever Prestige division in 2017. Discover more about the Hourglass brand story and mission on our website .

The Hourglass Cosmeticscreative teamis looking for a Senior Designer to join our growing team.Thecreative teamis responsible for producing a diverse range of content for internal departments as well as for external partners.We are looking for a deadline-driven creative mind who is highly collaborative.The ideal candidateunderstands how marketing campaigns work especially in the retail sector to support our consumer messaging and storytelling. In this role you will work directly with theCreative Director Associate Creative Directorand Art Directorson a wide variety of campaigns branding packaging and graphic design projects.This rolewill report to theAssociateCreativeDirectorandwill help in the overall ideation and execution of marketing briefs.Thisposition requires apassion for design aninventive and collaborative design forward mentality akeen eye fordigital and print designtypographyphotographyandan understanding ofcurrent design trends and best practices.This role is key to support and reviewdesigners workproviding guidance and mentorship to the more junior members of the team.This is a unique career opportunity in a fast-paced and growth-stage luxury beauty brand centered on innovation and creative excellence.

WHAT YOU DO:

• Concept& execute design and branding elementsfordigital mobile social e-commerce in-store OOH video print and packaging.
• Mentor junior designers reviewingwork for the highest standards of accuracy and consistency ensuring that all creative projects are delivered on time within budget and to the highest quality.
• Translate business and marketingobjectivesinto designs that are clear compelling and easy to understand.
• Bring forward the most innovative creative techniques design trends top talent and current industry trends and innovations across all relevant industries - driving vision and insights to creative ideation strategy and production planning.
• Demonstrate a mastery oflayout andtypography.
• Support the Senior Creative team with art direction: from concept to post-production including but not limited to mood boards casting on-set art direction and retouching.
• Preparepackage and spec files for print projects with correct dimensions die-lines and resolution.
• Ensure that all projects are withindeadline.

YOULL LOVE THIS JOB IF:

• You areCREATIVE: You are innovative and forward-thinking in your approach and mindset.
• You are highlySTRATEGIC: Youcandevelop creative concepts and vision that support brand and business goals.
• You are extremely ORGANIZED:Yourenot overwhelmed by the thought of tackling multiple tasks at a time.
• You areDETAIL ORIENTED: You appreciate the importance of having detailed and precise information.
• You are a strongCOMMUNICATOR: You are a people person natural leader and collaborate well with others.
• You areAGILE:Youadapt well to changing needs and priorities andare able topivot easily to achieve goals and deadlines.
• You arePASSIONATEabout beauty: You are eager to learn and absorb all things related to beauty brand and creative strategy.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• 5 years ofdesignexperience in abeauty/fashion/luxury agency or in-house environment.
• 2 years of people management managingjuniordesigners.
• A refined taste level with expert design and typography skills.
• An exceptional portfolioshowcasingdigital and print work.
• Ability to take direction fromseniorcreativeteamandcollaborate with cross-functionalmarketingteams
• Ability toprioritize withtight deadlines and follow through.
• Ability to brainstorm and develop creative conceptsthat are strategic and innovative.
• BFA / BA in Graphic Design or other closely related field preferred.
• Proficiencyin social media platformsweband digital best practices particularly within luxury beauty retail and advertising.
• Superior communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong project management organizational and planning skills.
• In-depth knowledge of the latest versions of Photoshop Illustrator InDesign XD Figma Premiere After Effects Bridge.
• Must be able to work from Corporate Office at least 60% of the time.

The expected base salary range for this position is $90000 to $105000 per year. The exact base salary is determined by various factors including experience skills education geographic location and budget.

This position is also eligible for participation in the company discretionary bonus plan based on personal performance and company results.

In addition to base salary Hourglass Cosmetics offers a competitive benefits package to eligible employees including medical insurance dental insurance vision insurance life insurance accident insurance critical illness insurance disability insurance retirement savings plans and company match paid family leave education-related programs paid holidays discretionary vacation time and more.

Hourglass is an organization committed to diversity and inclusion to drive its business results and to create a better future every day for its diverse employees global consumers partners and communities. If you are an individual with a disability and need accommodation in order to apply for a job listing please contact us at or .

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