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FPW Media · 2 months ago

Design Lead

FPW Media is a full-service creative team dedicated to helping clients achieve growth and visibility through innovative design and marketing strategies. As the Design Lead, you will take ownership of major brand initiatives and design projects, producing exceptional work across various platforms while mentoring fellow designers. This role requires a proactive designer who excels in a fast-paced environment, balancing multiple projects while ensuring high-quality deliverables.

AdvertisingDigital MarketingPhotographySEOSocial Media ManagementWeb Design

Responsibilities

Creative Ownership: Lead client design projects from concept through completion, ensuring alignment with client goals and specifications
High-Level Design Execution: Produce original design work across digital, print, and branding platforms, delivering creative that meets client standards and expectations
Client-Focused Delivery: Interpret and apply client brand guidelines, technical specifications, and feedback to ensure all deliverables are accurate, consistent, and on-brand
Peer Mentorship: Provide guidance and informal coaching to fellow designers to elevate team performance and creative output
Design Review: Conduct initial project reviews as assigned, and when needed, step into review and scheduling responsibilities in the absence of the Creative Director
Collaboration: Partner with Account Management, internal creative teams, and external vendors to deliver client-ready designs on time and within budget
Production Support: Gather, refine, and adapt assets; prepare pre-production and final deliverables in adherence to client and vendor requirements
Creative Process Contribution: Support the development of workflows, standards, and practices that improve efficiency and uphold quality across all design deliverables

Qualification

Adobe Creative SuiteGraphic DesignDesign StandardsProject ManagementAgency ExperienceInterior Layout DesignGSuite ProficiencyMicrosoft Office ProficiencyOrganizational Skills

Required

Associate's or Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or equivalent experience
5+ years of design experience in a deadline-driven creative environment
Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, XD)
Strong knowledge of design standards, principles, and pre-press/print production
Proficiency in GSuite and Microsoft Office applications
Strong organizational skills and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
Onsite presence required – this is not a remote position

Preferred

Experience with interior layout design a plus
2 years of agency experience highly preferred

Benefits

Comprehensive Benefits Package – including 100% employer-paid Health & Vision Insurance.
401K Matching – Invest in your future with company contributions.
Paid Time Off – Enjoy time off for yourself.
Growth & Professional Development – Work in a dynamic, creative environment with opportunities for advancement.

Company

FPW Media

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FPW Media provides web design, social media management, SEO, digital marketing, photography and promotion management services.

Funding

Current Stage
Early Stage

Leadership Team

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Mick Walsh, MBA
Chief Operating Officer
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Owen Garitty
Founder & Lead Creative
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