Brand Design Manager | Greater, Inc. 18780
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Job Location:
Bogota, NJ - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
Yesterday
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Brand Design Manager
Role Overview We are seeking a high-autonomy Brand Design Manager to shape and elevate the creative vision across all brand services. This is a player-coach role that perfectly blends strategic creative direction with hands-on execution. You will guide a multidisciplinary team of 34 designers through discovery design and delivery ensuring creative excellence that aligns with both client goals and technical realities.
As a leader within our integrated NYC-based agency you will oversee the development of cohesive design systems mentor rising talent and uphold rigorous standards for responsive design and innovation.
Key Responsibilities
Creative Leadership & Execution
- Brand Systems: Develop and refine branding best practices logo systems and comprehensive visual identity guidelines from concept to implementation.
- Hands-on Design: Play an active role in all design stages including print/digital layout image editing art direction and presentation design.
- Asset Oversight: Direct the creation of artwork illustrations and visual assets for web UI digital ads and social content.
- QA & Standards: Maintain an uncompromising eye for detail performing rigorous quality assurance on your own work and the teams work to ensure alignment consistency and zero typos.
Team Management & Mentorship
- Direct Leadership: Manage and mentor a team of 34 (1 Designer 12 Junior Designers and 1 Motion/Illustrator).
- Growth & Culture: Foster a collaborative culture through constructive actionable critique and professional development support.
- Project Momentum: Proactively identify roadblocks and keep projects moving forward even while waiting for feedback.
Project & Process Management
- Operational Excellence: Establish and maintain templates grids and documentation to improve design efficiency.
- Task Management: Translate client briefs into clear actionable tasks; manage scopes and budgets effectively.
- Client Engagement: Communicate professionally with clients to clarify scope present deliverables and eventually grow into deeper relationship management.
Required Skills & Qualifications
Hard Skills (Technical)
- Experience: 5 years of relevant experience in brand and/or graphic design with a strong portfolio.
- Figma-First: Expert-level proficiency in Figma (the primary design tool for the studio).
- Adobe Creative Suite: Advanced proficiency in Illustrator Photoshop and InDesign.
- Design Fundamentals: Exceptional understanding of brand strategy typography color theory and layout for both print and digital.
- Agency Experience: Ability to balance high-quality creative output with the speed and efficiency of a fast-paced agency environment.
- Bonus Skills: Proficiency in Adobe After Effects (motion) or experience with AI image generation tools.
Soft Skills (Competencies)
- High Autonomy: You are a self-starter who picks up a brief and runs with it independently without hand-holding.
- Communication: Strong verbal and visual communication skills for internal collaboration and client presentations.
- Natural Mentor: An investment in the growth and success of the people around you.
- Problem-Solver: A proactive approach to identifying what can progress in a project and prioritizing accordingly.
Logistics & Compensation
- Employment Type: Full-Time Permanent.
- Location: Fully Remote.
- Working Hours: NYC Hours (MondayFriday 9:00 AM 6:00 PM ET).
- Seniority Level: Manager (3 direct reports).
- Start Date: ASAP.
Benefits & Perks
- 15 Days Paid Time Off (PTO).
- 12 Company-wide Mental Health Days per year.
- Observance of all local holidays.
- Performance-based bonuses.
- Full access to all necessary tools and software (Adobe Creative Suite Figma ClickUp etc.).
Why This Role is Exciting
This position offers the unique opportunity to lead a growing international creative team while remaining deeply connected to the craft of design. You wont just be managing spreadsheets; you will be the driving force behind the visual identities of diverse clients backed by a highly collaborative NYC agency culture that values interactive rhythms and design innovation.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
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