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Graphics Designer - West Elm

West Elm · New York, NY, USA ·

Pay:
$65,000-$80,000/yr
Job type:
Seasonal

Digital Graphic Designer, West Elm
West Elm is seeking a highly motivated Digital Graphic Designer to help shape the creative vision across West Elm and West Elm Kids digital channels. This role is responsible for designing and evolving brand collaborations, seasonal campaign landing pages, and a wide range of digital marketing assets, including email, paid media and display. You'll collaborate closely with art directors, content strategists and cross-functional partners to create engaging, customer-centric experiences in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate has a strong eye for photography, typography, layout and storytelling, along with exceptional attention to detail.

Overview / Responsibilities

Curate and design monthly homepage experiences, editorial features and seasonal marketing assets across web, email and social channels.

Concept and design digital marketing assets to support seasonal campaigns including collaborations, landing pages, video and motion graphics

Apply a strong editorial eye to layout, typography, photography and image editing

Partner with content, marketing and creative teams to elevate brand storytelling through thoughtful layouts and fresh creative ideas

Work closely with cross-functional teams to create digital experiences that balance customer needs with business goals

Help evolve and maintain the visual identity of West Elm across all digital marketing channels

Maintain and evolve brand guidelines for West Elm and West Elm Kids, ensuring visual consistency across all marketing channels

Work with Creative Managers and Project Management teams to manage design and creative deliverables on schedule

Collaborate with print designers to create a cohesive brand experience across digital, print and retail touchpoints

Identify opportunities to elevate the brand across digital and retail experiences

Stay current on digital design trends, accessibility standards, UX/UI best practices and emerging technologies

Skills + Requirements

3-5+ years of professional digital design experience

Excellent layout and photo editing skills

Strong understanding of typography and hierarchy within web and digital marketing assets

Experience in editorial, home, interiors, luxury or lifestyle brands is a plus

Advanced proficiency in Figma and Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)

Experience with motion design or video editing (After Effects, Premiere Pro, etc.) is preferred

Strong understanding of responsive web design principles, design systems and component libraries/templates

Understanding of responsive and mobile-first design

Familiarity with accessibility (WCAG) best practices

Proactive, outgoing and self-driven

Strong communication, presentation and collaboration skills with the confidence to ask thoughtful questions and present creative work

Very organized, detail-oriented

Curious, proactive, and eager to learn, grow and contribute in a collaborative environment

Ability to prioritize multiple projects, manage competing deadlines and thrive in a fast-paced environment

This role is in-office four days a week, Monday-Thursday and remote on Friday

Our Culture & Values
We believe that taking care of our people is vital to our success, and we strive to offer equitable and transparent practices for all. We prioritize connection, growth, and wellbeing.

People First
Putting People First means investing in overall well-being and opportunities to grow and advance within the organization. Depending on the position and location, here are a few highlights of what benefits may be available:

Benefits

A generous discount on all WSI brands

A 401(k) plan and other investment opportunities

Paid vacations, holidays, and time off to volunteer

Health benefits, dental and vision insurance, including same-sex domestic partner benefits

Tax-free commuter benefits

A wellness program that supports your physical, financial and emotional health

Continued Learning

In-person and online learning opportunities through WSI University

Cross-brand and cross-function career opportunities

Resources for self-development

Advisor (Mentor) program

Career development workshops, learning programs, and speaker series

WSI will not now or in the future commence an immigration case or "sponsor" an individual for this position (for example, H-1B or other employment-based immigration).

This role is not eligible for relocation assistance.

The expected starting pay range for this position is $65,000-$80,000. Applicable pay ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. In addition to competitive pay, compensation may include a variety of other components like benefits, paid time off, merit, and bonus opportunities.

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