Senior Agency Designer at Niftic

In this role, you’ll play a crucial role in conceptualizing and bringing to life exceptional brand experiences.

Qualifications

We are looking for individuals with a keen interest in digital projects, interactive design, branding, and concept-led design. You should have a deep understanding of UX principles, a passion for graphic expression, and a curiosity to explore. You have the ability to tell a complete story; take a concept and execute it to a full system. Other key qualifications include:

• A diverse and strong portfolio showcasing your experience in designing a wide range of experiences through various stages of brand building - from ambiguity to final brand guidelines.

• At least 5 years as a designer creating brands, experiences, and systems.

• Expert proficiency in Figma, Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, and other design tools is essential. Knowledge of After Effects, prototyping tools, PowerPoint, and Google Slides is a plus.

• Solid understanding of user-centered design principles, information architecture, and interaction design.

• Experience in creating wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity visual designs that demonstrate a deep understanding of UI/UX best practices.

• Articulate and creative writing skills to thoroughly communicate the story, differentiation, and strategic 'why' behind your work.

• A team-oriented mindset and excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to present and articulate design concepts to teams and clients.

• Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality designs within project timelines.

• Leadership and mentoring skills, with the ability to guide and inspire junior designers.

• Experience working in an agile development environment and collaborating closely with developers.

• NOTE: International candidates must hold a valid US working permit.

Description

We're a strategy-led and mission-focused creative agency looking for a full-time agency designer with brand experience to join our team.

Hi there, here's a bit about the job

Niftic is looking a skilled and seasoned senior visual designer to join our vibrant team of strategists, designers, and developers. We’re looking for a creative maverick with impeccable taste, a broad set of tools, and experience working in branding. 

In this role, you’ll play a crucial role in conceptualizing and bringing to life exceptional brand experiences. As a senior member, you’ll work closely with Niftic’s creative director, spearheading various and diverse projects from inception to implementation. Collaborating closely with our cross-functional team, your experience will drive innovative, strategic, and visually stunning solutions.

We are currently accepting applications for full-time remote positions, with candidates based in the United States.

Is Niftic a perfect fit for you?

At Niftic, our selection process is based on individual qualifications, merit, business needs, and alignment with our core values. We're deeply committed to making a positive impact by tackling the world's most pressing challenges. Recent endeavors include partnering with organizations to safeguard forests, explore innovative carbon dioxide removal strategies in our oceans, and spearhead global transportation electrification. Working with Niftic means channeling your skills towards creating genuine change.

Still curious? Check us out at www.niftic.com 

Role Responsibilities

Your role entails crafting unique and strategic brand experiences, leading and executing strategic digital project designs, and maintaining design quality throughout all project phases. You'll be an integral part of our creative team, bringing your ability to come up with innovative, visual solutions across a range of design challenges, tell incredible stories with visuals, and the hands-on skills and attention to detail to back it up. Other responsibilities for this role include:

• Work in tandem with Niftic’s creative director to steer the design process by generating innovative ideas, concepts, and visual designs for brand development & digital projects.

• Collaborate with clients & internal teams to understand project goals and audience needs, and translate them into effective, engaging, cross-platform branded experiences and systems.

• Create wireframes, user flows, and prototypes to effectively communicate design concepts and interactions.

• Develop high-fidelity visual designs, incorporating user-centered design principles & best practices in UI/UX design.

• Ensure consistency and quality of design deliverables throughout the project lifecycle, from initial concepts to final implementation.

• Stay up to date with industry trends, emerging technologies, and design tools, and share knowledge and insights with the team to drive innovation and foster a collaborative environment.

• Collaborate with developers to ensure accurate implementation of designs and maintain design integrity during the development phase.

• Conduct usability testing and gather user feedback to iterate and improve design solutions based on user needs and behaviors.

• Act as a design advocate, presenting and articulating design concepts, strategies, and solutions to teams and clients.

Qualifications

We are looking for individuals with a keen interest in digital projects, interactive design, branding, and concept-led design. You should have a deep understanding of UX principles, a passion for graphic expression, and a curiosity to explore. You have the ability to tell a complete story; take a concept and execute it to a full system. Other key qualifications include:

• A diverse and strong portfolio showcasing your experience in designing a wide range of experiences through various stages of brand building - from ambiguity to final brand guidelines.

• At least 5 years as a designer creating brands, experiences, and systems.

• Expert proficiency in Figma, Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, and other design tools is essential. Knowledge of After Effects, prototyping tools, PowerPoint, and Google Slides is a plus.

• Solid understanding of user-centered design principles, information architecture, and interaction design.

• Experience in creating wireframes, prototypes, and high-fidelity visual designs that demonstrate a deep understanding of UI/UX best practices.

• Articulate and creative writing skills to thoroughly communicate the story, differentiation, and strategic 'why' behind your work.

• A team-oriented mindset and excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to present and articulate design concepts to teams and clients.

• Attention to detail and a commitment to delivering high-quality designs within project timelines.

• Leadership and mentoring skills, with the ability to guide and inspire junior designers.

• Experience working in an agile development environment and collaborating closely with developers.

• NOTE: International candidates must hold a valid US working permit.

Compensation & Benefits

Niftic offers a variety of benefits, including:

• Full-time, remote role 

• Competitive salary

• 100% health insurance premium coverage

• Healthcare concierge service

• Generous PTO and sick leave

• 401(k) plan with employer match

• Health & wellness stipend

• Paid parental leave

• Annual company retreat

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Join us at Niftic to apply your skills to solve global challenges and create an impact. Sound like a good fit? Then we'd love to hear about you!