Jobs · Art & Creative · New York

Senior Designer

SHADOW · New York, NY · 3 wk ago
HybridArt & Creative$85k–$120k/yrInternship

About the role

We are looking for a highly conceptual, detail-oriented Senior Designer with 5-8 years of experience in a creative agency or brand environment. This role thrives on solving creative challenges through exceptional craft, leading projects from concept through execution, and shaping ideas into compelling creative that is both strategically grounded and beautifully executed.

Responsibilities

  • Lead creative projects from concept through production across brand, experiential, digital, social, presentation, and environmental design, developing original creative territories, visual systems, and design solutions that bring strategic ideas to life.
  • Design impactful brand experiences and creative assets, including presentations, campaign identities, experiential activations, environmental graphics, digital experiences, merchandise, and branded collateral with exceptional attention to craft and detail.
  • Collaborate closely with Creative Directors, Art Directors, Writers, Strategists, Motion Designers, Producers, and account teams to develop, refine, and present thoughtful creative solutions.
  • Partner with production vendors, fabricators, and external teams to carry projects through production and final execution, ensuring the highest standards of quality and craftsmanship.
  • Mentor junior designers, contribute to a collaborative creative culture, and continuously explore new ideas, technologies, and AI tools that elevate the work.

Requirements

  • A passion for design, culture, and visual storytelling, with exceptional craft in typography, composition, hierarchy, and design systems.
  • Strong conceptual thinking with the ability to translate strategy into compelling creative solutions across brand, digital, experiential, environmental, and presentation design.
  • Confidence to independently own projects from brief through production and final delivery, balancing creative ambition with technical feasibility.
  • Outstanding attention to detail, craftsmanship, and creative judgment, with a proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous improvement.
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and collaboration skills, with experience working alongside Creative Directors, Writers, Strategists, Producers, Motion Designers, and external production partners.
  • A desire to mentor others, contribute thoughtful feedback, and elevate the creative standard of the team.
  • Strong organizational and project management skills, with an understanding of production processes, fabrication, and preparing production-ready artwork.
  • Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, Keynote, and Google Slides, with a thoughtful approach to integrating AI tools while maintaining originality and craft.
  • A portfolio showcasing strong conceptual thinking and exceptional visual craft is required.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance
  • Generous PTO and paid holidays
  • Dedicated mental health days
  • Unlimited sick time
  • 40 hours of paid Voluntary Time Off (VTO) annually
  • 401(k) retirement plan with matching
  • Pre-tax commuter and healthcare benefits
  • 12 weeks paid leave for new parents
  • Individualized career mapping
  • Summer Fridays (early close Fridays Memorial Day - Labor Day)
  • Hybrid work schedule (1-3 days in office per week, depending on role)

Pay

Annual compensation: $85K - $120K

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