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Senior Graphic Designer

Torchy’s Tacos, Austin, TX, United States


HQ 4501 Springdale Rd Austin, TX 78723, USA About Torchy’s

The Torchy’s legacy began in Austin, Texas in 2006 with an idea, a dedicated executive chef and a food trailer. Today, Torchy’s Tacos operates across the country, all with the determination to deliver on our “Damn Good” food promise. Here’s What We Need

We’re looking for a

Senior Graphic Designer

with strong design chops and motion capability to help bring our restaurant brand to life across digital, in-store, social, and campaign channels. This role is for someone who can concept, design, and execute

bold, brand-forward creative

— from static layouts to animated assets — without losing sight of speed, consistency, or craft. You’ll work closely with the Creative Director, marketing partners, and production team to turn ideas into scroll-stopping, appetite-inducing work. If you love food brands, move fast without cutting corners, and think motion should feel intentional—not tacked on—you’ll feel right at home. What You’ll Be Doing

Design & Execution

— Concept to Completion: develop designs from initial concept through final execution, delivering high-quality results efficiently and on time. Static Creative

— Design high-impact static creative across digital, social, in-restaurant, out-of-home, print, packaging, and campaign assets. Motion Graphics

— Create motion graphics and light animation for social, digital ads, menu boards, in-store screens, and brand moments. Brand Translation

— Translate brand guidelines into consistent, elevated creative while knowing when and how to push them appropriately. Format Adaptation

— Adapt creative for multiple formats, platforms, and aspect ratios quickly and accurately. Trend Awareness

— Maintain a pulse on cultural, design, and industry trends, translating emerging ideas into on-brand creative that keeps the brand current and distinctive. Motion & Video Support

Animation

— Animate typography, logos, layouts, and graphics for campaigns and evergreen content. Video Collaboration

— Partner with video editors and producers to support motion needs such as overlays, end cards, transitions, and cut-downs. Motion Storytelling

— Bring still designs to life through motion that enhances storytelling and clarity. Collaboration & Workflow

Cross-Functional Partnership

— Work with marketing, culinary, operations, and field teams. Creative Direction & Feedback

— Take creative direction and feedback well and know how to ask smart questions. Project Management

— Manage multiple projects at once while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment. Organization

— Maintain organized working files and handoffs for production and versioning. Additional Responsibilities

— Perform other duties as assigned to support the team and the brand’s creative needs. How You’ll Do It

Attention to Detail

— Catch inconsistencies in design, type, and brand application before work goes out the door. Adaptability

— Shift between projects, feedback, and priorities without losing momentum or quality. Collaboration

— Work effectively with teammates across departments to bring creative ideas to life. Time Management

— Juggle multiple projects with varied deadlines while keeping work on track. Creative Curiosity

— Stay inspired by trends and new ideas, and channel that into work that feels unmistakably Torchy’s. Minimum & Preferred Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications 4+ years of graphic design experience Strong portfolio demonstrating both static design and motion work Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and After Effects Solid understanding of typography, layout, composition, color, and brand systems Experience designing for social media, digital ads, and in-store environments Preferred Qualifications Experience with restaurant, food, lifestyle, or consumer brands Proficiency in Premiere Pro and/or Figma; illustration skills Comfortable animating layouts, type, and graphics beyond template-based work Experience working in a high-volume, high-visibility brand environment Location

— Must be located in Austin, TX as this is a Hybrid role. Equal Opportunity

Equal Opportunity Employer This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.

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