Mindlance is hiring: Product Design and Development - Graphic Designer 3 in Los

Job Details

Job Title: Graphic Designer

Location: Los Angeles, CA

Duration: 6+ Months

Type: Full-Time, Contract

Job Description

The Graphic Designer 3 role at client focuses on driving the visual appearance of products and branded communications. The position plays a critical part in developing original graphic designs that align with the company's brand ethos and supports cross-functional teams through various project phases, from ideation to final production. This is a graphics-focused role, requiring hands‑on involvement in print, packaging, 3D retail displays, event signage, logo systems, imagery, and collateral materials, as well as active file and project management in a fast-paced environment.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Create original graphic designs reflecting the brand’s ethos and design direction.
• Lead and participate in team projects, independently completing design assignments.
• Develop print, packaging, 3D retail displays, event signage, logo systems, imagery, and other collateral materials.
• Conduct ideation, concept development, and branding sessions for seasonal graphic schematics.
• Rapidly explore graphic directions and present design options for partners across multiple, overlapping projects.
• Upload and manage files within internal systems for cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Collaborate closely with design teams to ensure project schematics and PRs are current and ready for hand‑off.
• Organize and maintain design files across Box and other company systems.
• Oversee project management from initial briefing to production and delivery, including timeline and budget management.
• Coordinate with suppliers: arrange purchases, develop evaluation criteria, assess vendors, and recommend production alternatives.
• Serve as a liaison among internal teams (design, marketing, product) and outside agencies to ensure clear communication and deliverables.

Must Have

• Minimum of a Bachelor’s degree and 5 years of directly relevant experience.
• Advanced graphic design skills and proficiency in industry‑standard design software.
• Demonstrated experience managing complex projects from ideation to final production.
• Strong organizational skills, with experience in digital file management across platforms.
• Budget management and cost estimation capabilities.
• Experience working with suppliers and vendor management.
• Effective verbal and written communication skills for cross‑team collaboration.

Nice to Have

• Experience in apparel or consumer goods industries, especially with seasonal and multi‑project environments.
• Familiarity with 3D retail or environmental design.
• Experience working with Box or similar file organization platforms.
• Master’s, PhD, or relevant higher education degree (may substitute for some years of experience).
• Experience working with global suppliers and multi‑cultural teams.
• Agility and adaptability in high‑paced corporate design settings.

EEO

Mindlance is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate in employment on the basis of – Minority/Gender/Disability/Religion/LGBTQI/Age/Veterans.