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Junior Digital Designer

Universal Music Group · New York, NY, USA ·

Pay:
$51,540-$70,000/yr
Job type:
Full Time

The Design & Direction team is responsible for translating creative vision into compelling digital experiences that balance artistic expression, user experience, and commercial performance. Working collaboratively with Creative Directors, Project Managers, Content Production, Development, and Client teams, we create work that inspires audiences while delivering measurable business results.
How You'll CREATE

The Junior Digital Designer supports the creation and execution of digital design solutions across artist stores, ecommerce experiences, campaigns, content initiatives, and marketing touchpoints. Working under the guidance of Creative Directors and senior design team members, this role contributes to the development of visually engaging and brand-aligned creative assets that support both artist storytelling and fan engagement.
This role provides an opportunity to develop creative, technical, and strategic design skills while gaining exposure to a wide range of digital experiences and campaigns. The Junior Digital Designer will play an active role in bringing creative concepts to life, contributing ideas, executing design work, and continuously developing understanding of design, user experience, and digital commerce.
Support the design and production of digital assets across ecommerce, campaign, content, and marketing initiatives
Execute creative direction provided by Creative Directors and senior design team members
Create visual assets for artist stores, promotional campaigns, product launches, social content, email marketing, and digital experiences
Assist in the development of layouts, graphics, visual systems, and campaign assets
Apply established brand guidelines, design systems, and creative frameworks consistently across projects
Prepare files and assets for production and development handoff
Support website design updates, landing pages, promotional experiences, and merchandising initiatives
Participate in creative reviews, brainstorming sessions, and project kickoffs
Collaborate with Project Management, Development, Content Production, and Client teams throughout project execution
Contribute ideas and creative solutions during concept development phases
Ensure accuracy, consistency, and quality across all design deliverables
Stay informed on emerging design trends, digital experiences, music culture, fashion, and fan behavior
Continuously develop design skills, technical capabilities, and creative thinking
Bring Your VIBE

0-2 years experience in digital design, graphic design, ecommerce, creative agency, or related environments
Strong portfolio demonstrating visual design capabilities and creative thinking
Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, and other relevant design tools
Understanding of typography, layout, color, composition, and visual hierarchy
Strong attention to detail and commitment to quality
Curiosity and eagerness to learn from feedback and collaboration
Ability to manage multiple assignments and deadlines
Strong communication and presentation skills
Passion for music, culture, fashion, digital experiences, and creative storytelling
Understanding of ecommerce and digital marketing principles is a plus
Success Looks Like

Design work consistently meets creative and quality standards
Assets are delivered accurately and on time
Creative feedback is applied effectively and constructively
Contributions help strengthen artist experiences and campaign performance
Design skills and creative confidence continue to grow over time
Strong collaborative relationships are built across teams
Creative ideas contribute positively to project outcomes
Perks Playlist

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
100% coverage for out‑patient in‑network mental health services
Fertility coverage for eligible medical plan participants
Wellbeing reimbursements for fitness classes, spa treatments, meal services, travel, and so much more (up to $720/year)
Student Loan Repayment Assistance and Tuition Reimbursement
401(k) with 100% immediate vesting on the first 5% of your contributions, plus an additional UMG contribution
Time Off Options

Flexible Paid Time Off (PTO) for exempt employees
3‑weeks PTO for non‑exempt employees
2‑weeks paid Winter Break
10 Company Holidays (including Juneteenth and Wellbeing Day)
Summer Fridays (between Memorial Day and Labor Day)
Generous paid parental leave for every type of parent
Disclaimer

This job description only provides an overview of responsibilities that are subject to change.
Universal Music Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Universal Music Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
We are an E‑Verify employer in Alabama, Arizona, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, and Utah. We are not enrolled in E‑Verify in California and New York and cannot support employment of candidates whose employer must enroll in E‑Verify, for example candidates on STEM‑OPT.
Salary Range: 51,540-70,000

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