OVERVIEW

Senior designers at Owen Jones work on projects across our range of clients. They are responsible for the visual execution of everything from large-scale digital platforms to one-off print initiatives. We have a diverse client roster, and our Senior Designers need to be able to move from project to project without skipping a beat.

You’ll be expected to create thoughtful and beautiful designs for projects big and small, to dig into the details of a project and really learn the subject, and to bring personality and precision in equal measure to your work. You’ll collaborate with the creative team on projects, coordinate with producers and managers, and present in a way that is clear and compelling.

You should be a team-focused, skilled, and imaginative thinker with an eye for detail. You’ll be expected to create stunning work, but also to contribute at every stage of the project cycle and to constantly be looking for growth and learning opportunities for yourself and for the agency. You'll be working alongside very talented and experienced thinkers, and your ability to both contribute ideas as well as execute the ideas of others will be essential to your success.

ROLES & RESPONSIBILITIES

Work closely with and take direction from project leads (Creative Director, Art Director, Copy Director)
Create compelling, intelligent and beautiful designs and concepts on a range of projects
Interpret design briefs to understand project goals, requirements, and expectations
Collaborate with the creative, production, account, and development teams on both large and small-scale projects
Build the confidence and skills to communicate your ideas clearly to internal teams as well as to our clients
Work with the team to ensure all designs are accurate and complete prior to review
Lead creative projects and small teams as directed, and consider a project’s approach, strategy, and mentorship opportunities
Report regularly to a creative lead on the status of projects, the agency, and you
Gain a solid understanding about the client’s business and audiences
Push yourself, grow, and speak up about how things can get better for you and for the agency

KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

Demonstrated commitment to solving complex creative problems and the strategy skills to deliver best-in-class solutions
Impeccable execution and care for all aspects of design, from preliminary ideation and conceptual thinking through final output
Demonstrated ability to synthesize and present findings and articulate design rationale
Experience working in an iterative, collaborative environment
Proven ability to work autonomously, be accountable to project and team leads, and remain organized and on task
Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills
Proficiency in industry tools like Figma and Adobe Creative Cloud

EDUCATION & EXPERIENCE

Bachelor's degree in Design, Advertising, Marketing, or a related field, or equivalent experience in a creative role
A minimum of 5+ years in a creative-focused agency or in-house at a leading brand

RELATIONSHIPS

Reports to: Creative Director
Collaborates with: Creative, production, account, and development teams

WORK ENVIRONMENT AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The following capabilities are required in order to perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations that do not create an undue burden on the agency are available to address the following requirements.

This role requires the ability to work from our Portland office 3 days per week.
Using standard office equipment, computers and related technology
Certain activities are performed in an environmentally controlled office setting subject to extended periods of sitting, keyboarding and manipulating a computer mouse
Bending, reaching, lifting, pushing and pulling up to 25 pounds
Travel is not expected for this role.

INCLUSION AND ENCOURAGEMENT

We know that experience can show up in many ways, and we encourage you to apply even if you don't meet 100% of the qualifications. If you're passionate about strategy, eager to grow, and excited to contribute your perspective, we'd love to hear from you.

At Owen, we believe the best ideas come from bringing together diverse voices, experiences, and ways of thinking. Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are not checkboxes—they are essential to how we work, collaborate, and create. We are committed to fostering an environment where all employees can thrive and where every individual is treated with respect and dignity.

Owen is an Equal Opportunity Employer and is committed to the full inclusion of all qualified individuals. We provide reasonable accommodations throughout the hiring process for applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation, please contact Human Resources at [email protected].

Temporary Senior Designer