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Graphic Project Manager

Simetrik

Simetrik

Operations
Posted on Oct 15, 2024

About the Role

We are seeking a talented and experienced Graphic Project Manager with strong art direction capabilities to oversee and execute a wide range of design projects. The ideal candidate will be a strategic thinker who can not only manage multiple creative projects but also direct the visual direction across various digital and print media.

You will collaborate closely with the Creative Director, Designers, marketing teams, and stakeholders to ensure that all creative outputs align with our brand identity, meet the highest standards, and are delivered on time. As a Graphic Project Manager with art direction skills, you will combine creativity, leadership, and organization to deliver innovative visual solutions that effectively communicate our brand across various platforms. Your role will be pivotal in ensuring that the creative vision set by the Creative Director is executed seamlessly throughout the design process.

Key Responsibilities:

Creative Leadership & Art Direction:

  • Lead and inspire a team of designers and external collaborators to produce innovative and high-quality visual content.
  • Direct the visual style for a variety of projects, including print, digital, social media, presentations, multimedia content, and illustrations.
  • Review and approve designs, layouts, and other creative materials to ensure consistency with the brand’s identity and vision.
  • Ensure all design elements adhere to company guidelines and industry best practices.

    Project Management:
    • Manage multiple design projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery and high-quality execution.
    • Coordinate project timelines, resources, and workflows between designers, marketing teams, and other departments.
    • Develop project briefs, set clear objectives, and ensure that creative outputs meet the desired goals.
    • Use project management tools to track progress, assign tasks, and manage resources efficiently.
    • Ability to manage video, web, and graphic production vendors, as well as review budgets.
    • Ability to understand both simple and complex requests and effectively communicate them to the team in a clear and concise manner.

      Graphic Design & Content Creation:
      • Hands-on involvement in creating key visuals and collateral for digital and print use, including brochures, web designs, social media banners, case studies, PR campaigns, presentations, and event graphics.
      • Maintain and ensure the consistency of brand elements across various touchpoints, including internal and external materials.
      • Produce illustrations, infographics, and other graphic elements to effectively communicate complex information in a visually compelling way.

      • Collaboration & Brainstorming:
      • Collaborate with internal stakeholders, including marketing and product teams, to develop and refine creative concepts.
      • Participate in brainstorming sessions, contributing ideas for creative briefs, recommending visual styles, and staying current with trends in design and digital media.
      • Act as a liaison between design teams and other departments, ensuring smooth communication and alignment with project goals.

      Minimum Qualifications:

      • Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
      • 4+ years of experience in a design role, preferably within an agency or tech company, with experience in project management.
      • Proven experience in art direction, with a portfolio showcasing leadership in digital, print, and social media projects.
      • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator), Figma, Google Slides, and basic HTML for email design.
      • Strong understanding of design principles, including color theory, typography, branding, and layout across various media.
      • Ability to balance creative vision with practical execution, ensuring projects are delivered on time and within scope.
      • Comfortable working in a fast-paced environment with remote teams.

      Preferred Skills:

      • Strong creative and analytical thinking skills.
      • Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
      • Experience with multimedia content production (video, animation) is a plus.
      • Ability to lead and mentor junior designers.
      • Knowledge of current trends in design, marketing, and digital media.
      • Possess strong written and verbal communication skills in English

      Benefits:

      • Well-funded and proven startup with large ambitions and competitive salaries.
      • Entrepreneurial culture where pushing limits, creating and collaborating is everyday business.
      • Open communication with management and company leadership
      • Small, dynamic teams = massive impact
      • 100% Remote Work (You choose where to work from)
      • 500USD a year for you to invest in learning.

      Simetrik considers qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, gender, age, color, religion, national origin, marital status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, protected military/veteran status, or any other legally protected factor.

      Join a team of incredibly talented people that build things, are free to create and love collaborating!

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