Graphic Designer

Aquent, a global leader in talent solutions, is proud to partner with a pioneering force in the consumer goods industry, an organization renowned for its innovative approach to beauty and retail. This company stands at the forefront of shaping visual trends and creating impactful brand experiences that captivate millions worldwide. We are seeking an exceptional individual for a pivotal design role, where your creative vision will directly influence high-profile campaigns, product launches, and digital touchpoints. This is an unparalleled opportunity for a highly skilled and versatile creative professional to drive visual excellence, crafting compelling narratives that elevate brand perception and significantly drive engagement in the fast-paced beauty and retail sectors. Your expertise will profoundly shape how beloved products are presented, how campaigns are perceived, and how the brand's identity is experienced globally.

About Our Partner

Join a leading organization in the consumer goods sector, celebrated for its innovative spirit and dedication to creating influential brand experiences. This company is a true trendsetter, consistently pushing creative boundaries in the beauty and retail landscape to connect with a vast global audience. You'll be joining a dynamic environment where creativity thrives and where your work directly contributes to shaping how millions engage with a beloved brand every day.

About the Opportunity

Are you a visionary designer ready to make a significant impact on a global scale? We're looking for an instrumental creative professional to join a dynamic design department, driving visual excellence across an exciting spectrum of initiatives. This is more than just a design role; it's a chance to immerse yourself in a brand's global presence, shaping the visual journey for millions as they discover and interact with its products and campaigns. You will be at the heart of bringing creative visions to life, collaborating with diverse teams to craft designs that not only capture attention but also powerfully reinforce brand identity and spark engagement. Get ready to leave your unique creative mark on campaigns and products that resonate worldwide!

Your Impact

As a key member of the design team, you will be instrumental in translating strategic objectives into captivating visual solutions. Your work will span a broad range of media, influencing everything from global campaigns to individual product presentations. You will champion brand aesthetics and consistency, ensuring every visual touchpoint is impactful and aligned with the brand's sophisticated identity.

• Independently manage and execute diverse graphic design projects, including marketing collateral, digital content (website banners, social media assets, email designs), packaging graphics, retail point-of-sale (POS) materials, in-store signage, and core brand identity elements.
• Apply a sophisticated and contemporary design aesthetic to all visuals, ensuring they are impactful, on-trend, and effectively communicate core brand messages.
• Translate complex creative briefs and strategic objectives into high-quality visual designs, meticulously maintaining brand consistency and upholding rigorous design standards.
• Perform a range of design tasks from basic to advanced, including photo manipulation, image retouching, custom illustration, and intricate layout design.
• Serve as a staunch advocate for established brand guidelines, ensuring all designs maintain visual consistency and align with the brand's identity and messaging across every channel.
• Collaborate closely with marketing teams to deeply understand campaign objectives and transform them into cohesive, compelling, and highly effective visual solutions.
• Utilize expert-level proficiency in the Adobe Creative Suite, specifically Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign, leveraging both basic and advanced features for complex photo editing, precise vector graphic creation, print-ready layouts, and optimized digital asset production.
• Take full ownership of assigned projects, adeptly managing your workload, adherence to timelines, and deliverable quality independently, ensuring all projects are completed on schedule and to exact specifications.
• Proactively communicate project status, anticipate potential challenges, and propose effective solutions to all relevant stakeholders and team members.
• Work seamlessly with internal teams (marketing, digital, product) and external partners (printers, vendors) to ensure smooth project execution and deliver exceptional, high-quality outcomes.
• Stay continuously informed about the latest graphic design trends, innovative tools, emerging techniques, and best practices, with a specific focus on developments within the dynamic beauty and retail industries.
• Actively seek opportunities for personal creative growth and skill development, contributing innovative ideas that consistently enhance visual communications and elevate the brand's aesthetic.

What You'll Bring

To excel in this role, you will be a highly creative and organized professional with a keen eye for detail and a passion for crafting visually stunning brand experiences.

• A Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, Communication Design, or a closely related field.
• A minimum of 5+ years of robust professional experience as a Graphic Designer, ideally gained within a demanding agency environment, an in-house creative department, or a similar fast-paced creative setting.
• A strong and diverse portfolio that clearly demonstrates a modern design aesthetic, exceptional typographic skills, and flawless execution across a variety of print and digital mediums.
• Expert-level, hands-on proficiency in the Adobe Creative Suite, particularly Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign, with a proven comfort in utilizing both fundamental and advanced functionalities.
• Demonstrated ability to efficiently manage multiple projects concurrently, prioritize tasks effectively, and consistently meet deadlines in a dynamic work environment.
• A deep understanding of fundamental design principles, including layout composition, color theory, and typography.
• Solid understanding of print production processes, digital best practices, and considerations for designing across various cross-channel platforms.
• Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to clearly articulate design rationale and engage collaboratively with diverse teams.
• Highly organized, meticulously detail-oriented with a passion for pixel-perfection, and a proactive problem-solver driven by a commitment to creative excellence.

Bonus Points If You Have

• Direct experience within the beauty and/or retail sectors, particularly with haircare products or e-commerce platforms.
• Proficiency in Figma, utilized for digital asset creation and collaborative design workflows.
• Experience with multimedia production, motion graphics/animation, or familiarity with AI design tools.