Designer, Brand

Highwire’s creative team sits within the agency’s digital practice. We lead the creative strategy, design and execution of powerful, valuable, and impactful ideas that drive business impact for our clients. We weave insights into ideas, make ideas real, and combine creativity with strategic storytelling so our clients stand out from competitors. We are seeking a talented Designer, Brand to join our team and make a meaningful impact through high-quality design solutions that address our clients' challenges and elevate their brand presence. Specializing in brand design, brand transformations, and content design, this role will also embrace the powerful potential of how motion design helps bring brands to life across diverse platforms. This role also supports brand systems work, ensuring creative output across mediums stays grounded in established brand guidelines as those systems evolve.

Responsibilities

Produce high-quality design solutions addressing client challenges and elevating brand presence; Specialize in brand design, brand transformations, and content design; Embrace motion design to bring brands to life across diverse platforms; Support brand systems work and ensure creative output stays grounded in brand guidelines; Craft engaging, strategic, and visually stunning content aligned with client brand identities; Collaborate closely with internal teams and clients; Develop cohesive creative storytelling across different mediums; Produce motion work including short-form social animation, brand video support, and template-based motion assets; Balance brand integrity with experimentation; Ensure consistency in static and motion projects to maintain a unified brand experience; Work within established brand systems and design guidelines, flagging when standards need updating; Proactively solve process challenges to streamline workflows; Take a 360-degree approach considering all customer touchpoints; Ask clarifying questions about client goals during briefing; Brainstorm and develop creative concepts independently and collaboratively; Identify opportunities to enhance creativity within client workflows; Present design work internally and externally; Provide peer-level creative feedback to interns and junior designers

Requirements

3-5 years of professional design experience; Visual, graphic, or motion design degree or equivalent experience; Compelling portfolio showcasing professional work in visual and motion design; Expert knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, XD); Intermediate proficiency in Figma and Adobe After Effects; Ability to leverage drag-and-drop platforms such as Canva and/or Adobe Express; Strong understanding of motion graphic principles; Experience working within established brand systems and guidelines; Experience with storyboarding, pacing, color theory, and visual hierarchy; Excellent communication skills; Demonstrated ability to manage 3 or more concurrent projects independently; Familiarity with project management tools; Attention to detail and collaborative mindset; Ability to manage time independently; Finger on pulse of latest design, social, and digital trends; Keen understanding of UX design principles and accessibility standards; Genuine curiosity about how AI tools are reshaping creative workflows; Ability to work within a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment

Nice to have

Agency or in-house tech company experience preferred; Familiarity with AI-assisted design tools is a plus

Benefits

Competitive benefits package with medical, dental, and vision coverage; 401(k) matching; Generous paid time off; Flexible hybrid work model; Extended summer and winter breaks; Early log-off on Fridays through Empower Hours program; FSA options; Paid parental leave; Commuter benefits; Annual Growth Mindset stipend for books, events, or learning experiences; Monthly technology reimbursement; Wellness benefit program; 501c3 donation matching program; Mentorship and ongoing professional development opportunities; Monthly recognition and team celebrations; Employee referral and new business referral bonuses; Quarterly Highwire events and team gatherings; Dog-friendly office environment; Supportive, inclusive, and collaborative workplace