Ovative Group, LLC is hiring: Designer, Creative Lab in Minneapolis

About the Role

Creative Lab is Ovative’s in‑house creative engine built on our vision of modern making. We unite brand strategy, cultural relevance, creators, AI enablement, and strategic media to create ideas people care about within systems designed to evolve. As a Designer, you blend bold conceptual thinking with exceptional craft, thrive in a fast‑moving environment, and treat AI as an extension of your creative process. You bring a strong point of view, refined design sensibility, and curiosity for emerging tools and platforms — helping shape work that raises the bar for modern communication.
Responsibilities

Partner with Creative Team members to concept and design work grounded in strategic insight and elevated through bold, culturally relevant ideas.
Bring modern making to life—using AI tools and emerging technologies to explore visual territories, accelerate ideation, and expand creative possibilities.
Design world‑class creative across campaigns and channels, including digital, social, and experiential touchpoints—ensuring every execution reflects exceptional craft and clarity.
Apply a strong command of layout, typography, color, and composition with precision and taste, balancing brand integrity with forward‑thinking design.
Present ideas and creative work with confidence, clearly articulating how design decisions ladder back to strategy and creative intention.
Contribute to a culture that champions craft, curiosity, and creative ambition—staying fluent in design trends, platform evolution, and cultural movements.
Embrace feedback as part of the creative process, incorporating edits thoughtfully while taking ownership of timelines, changes, and communication.
Bring energy and momentum to creative discussions, helping push ideas further and elevate the collective output of the team.
Manage multiple projects with clarity and accountability, proactively communicating progress, risks, and delivery expectations.
Act as a creative thought partner to cross‑functional stakeholders, encouraging innovative thinking while grounding work in best‑in‑class design principles.
Continuously expand platform and production knowledge, sharing learnings that strengthen the Creative Lab’s collective capability.
Support and grow relationships with key platform partners (e.g., Meta, Google, TikTok), staying informed on emerging formats and creative opportunities.
Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design or a related field.
5‑7 years of experience in an agency, in‑house creative studio, or brand environment, producing high‑quality design across digital channels.
A portfolio that demonstrates strong conceptual thinking and exceptional craft—including work developed or accelerated through AI‑enabled workflows.
Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and Figma, with an understanding of motion design and the ability to create purposeful, simple movement.
Fluency in AI tools and generative workflows, with the ability to integrate them meaningfully into your creative process.
Experience developing HTML5 display banners or knowledge of digital ad production is a plus.
Ability to operate with clarity and ownership in a fast‑moving environment, managing multiple priorities without compromising craft.
A confident and intentional point of view—you lean into creative discussions, ask smart questions, and elevate the group’s thinking.
Strong communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate design rationale and navigate feedback with professionalism.
Curiosity, energy, and a growth mindset—motivated to continuously learn, experiment, and push your craft forward.
Pay Transparency

The base salary ranges from $90,000 to $132,000, inclusive of a 20% annual bonus. Additional benefits include health insurance, paid vacation, 401(k) match, and other comprehensive wellness and professional development programs.
EEO Statement

Ovative is committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can participate and thrive. We do not tolerate discrimination of any kind, including on the basis of race, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. Our policies reflect this commitment—for example, our medical leave benefits are inclusive of same‑sex partners, ensuring equitable care and support for all families.

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