Illustration Designer [210997]

Key Responsibilities

• Apply a broad range of design capabilities to drive digital product design from concept through execution and final implementation.
• Create compelling sketches, detailed wireframes, digital illustrations, and high-quality graphics in a variety of styles.
• Collaborate seamlessly with various cross-functional departments and teams, including product management and technology, to define scope and project needs.
• Expand upon and maintain established visual styles for existing products, ensuring alignment with industry standards and evolving design patterns.
• Contribute to the continuous progression of design excellence, setting new benchmarks for quality and innovation.
• Confidently pitch and present visual explorations to managers, principals, and executive leadership.
• Export and deliver production-ready assets with precision and efficiency.
• Actively participate in visual critiques, brainstorms, and project kickoffs, offering valuable insights and feedback.
• Develop content for interactive devices and contribute to engaging digital experiences.

Must-Have Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of professional design experience, specifically within branded campaigns, commerce, hospitality, or large-scale experience design.
• Proven experience creating products with a user-first design approach.
• A strong portfolio showcasing a wide range of projects, illustrations, and compelling visual storytelling across various styles.
• Solid understanding of art and visual design principles and techniques, including 2D design, layout, composition, color theory, and animation.
• Exceptional artistic talent and creative problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in industry-standard vector illustration software, image manipulation software, and modern prototyping and collaboration tools.
• Capable of building interactive prototypes.
• Strong verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex ideas clearly, concisely, and professionally.
• Good written communication skills.
• Ability to apply rigorous design thinking to complex challenges.
• An inclusive design approach, capable of authentically representing diverse user and project needs.
• A positive, enthusiastic attitude and a self-starter mentality.
• Reliable, passionate about your work, and able to take creative direction effectively.
• Keen eye for detail combined with a clear understanding of the big picture.
• Team player who values regular and effective communication.
• Bachelor’s Degree in Art, Design, or a related field, or equivalent experience.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications

• Familiarity with additional prototyping tools.

About Aquent Talent

Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world’s biggest brands. Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits!

Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer.