STONE Strategy & Design, Inc. | Mid-Level Brand Design Lead

Design


This job post has expired

Type Of Work:
Full-Time
Location:
Golden
Date Posted:
January 13, 2023


Description

Stone is an insatiable Creative Uncommon—we act as a strategic and creative powerhouse with a soul. We deeply care for our team, our clients, and for the work we put out in the world. This means , curating the best and being generous. We believe this ultimately leads to powerful design solutions for our clients. We believe in the power of storytelling—work that resonates and leaves a lasting impression. We also believe that good design means good business. Working with brands and projects big & small, our call to arms is forging attention to impact. We'll leave no stone unturned.

As a mid-level brand designer at STONE, you’ll be tasked with exploring creative solutions to branding and strategy through design. We offer a range of opportunities including but not limited to Fortune 500 brands in CPG, Brand Strategy, and Corporate Systems as well as similar solutions for challenger startups. While this is a well rounded design position, experience in packaging design is ideal but not necessary. See some of our most recent work here: www.stonestrategydesign.com

Key Areas of Responsibility

-Work with the STONE team to ideate around, and then create, multiple projects at a time (we like multitasking pros here).
-Work as part of a team that collaborates on nearly everything to achieve the best possible results—knowing that, at times, you may be asked to complete whole deliverables on your own.
-Be willing to take on anything, at any time, and do whatever it takes to complete amazing end results.
-Continually push yourself, and those around you to do better work
-Put your ever-growing skillset to work everyday on a variety of projects.
-Stay on the bleeding edge of design trends and information regarding key STONE accounts and projects.

Candidate Requirements

-Degree in graphic design or a related field strongly preferred.
-3-6 yrs years design experience at an agency (that means in addition to design school).
-Previous packaging experience is preferred
-Knowledge of printing techniques and technical files preferred
-Comfortable in both ideation and execution of strategic creative work
-Online or PDF portfolio of YOUR work that shows a variety of design styles demonstrating your attention to detail, creative thinking and knowledge of market and consumer trends.
-Exceptional communication skills and experience in presenting work
-Solid grasp of Creative Suite and an up-to-date understanding of emerging design technologies.
-Brings an unique perspective to design and isn’t afraid to take risks to deliver top tier designs
-Ability to multitask—executing projects from start to finish while meeting tight deadlines.
-A passion for collaborative work.
-Ability to work on big-picture phase 1 design-concepting all the way to later phase design finalization of files
-Illustration skills are a plus.
-An ability to contribute big ideas to creative brainstorms is not required—but it is a plus.
-Positive attitude and flexible – takes constructive criticism well.
-Adept at creating holistic branding concepts and design solutions.
-A willingness to learn and adapt with the team. Able and open to jump in on projects at various stages

Please make sure your online portfolio link is included!

Compensations and Perks:

o Competitive salary ( 60-80K) based on experience
o 401(k) –3.5% employer match
o Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
o Generous Paid-Time-Off policy in addition to all major holidays
o Paid week off between Christmas and New Year’s annually
o Hybrid work environment

This role is based in-person at our headquarters in Golden, Colorado