Graphic Designer

At 12th Tribe, we see graphic design as visual storytelling that engages, informs, and inspires. We are looking for a highly creative graphic designer who can take conceptual ideas and create visual representations, both in print and across our social platforms. Our ideal candidate will have expert knowledge of current design software and be skilled with every step of the design process from concept to the final deliverable. We are looking for a highly creative individual who is obsessed with design and aesthetics! 

To be considered for this position please submit a portfolio to review. We will be looking for an individual who has similar design background to the brand aesthetic. Please use relevant examples. 

Salary: 75K-85K

Location: West Los Angeles (Hybrid)

Objectives of this Role

• Work on a wide range of projects and media, using various computer software to visualize and develop innovative graphic designs that meet business goals
• Obtain input from management, ensuring designs meet organizational standards and brand expectations, express ideas accurately, and represent the company or client appropriately
• Work independently and cooperatively on multiple projects with marketing team to meet deadlines
• Examine existing processes, identifying flaws and creating solutions to improve design capabilities
• Update and maintain internal databases of designs, photography, and video
• Contribute ongoing branding enhancements across all elements of the brand.
• Work alongside production and content team to execute final content 

Daily and Monthly Responsibilities

• Collaborate, brainstorm, and design content for biweekly collection launches and seasonal sales.
• Design assets you’d complete *not limited to*: company website banners, postcards, product labels, merchandise graphics,  social media  content, signage, and advertisements.
• Translate strategic direction into high-quality design within an established brand identity
• Develop concepts with Adobe Photoshop and Adobe Illustrator, and execute original content determining ideal usage of color, text, font style, imagery, and layout
• Create motion graphics with innovative ideas 
• Edit videos for ad and social content 
• Maintain and organize content management system 
• Evolve brand identify 
• Landing page designs for e-commerce website 
• Bring new ideas to the table – we love to hear your voice!
• Manage the design and uploading process of all project material, understanding best practices for using a content management system.
• Use trend intelligence and an understanding of top and bottom performing content to design and execute specific classifications
• Bring new concepts and ideas to the marketing team through design 

Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, art, or similar discipline
• Exceptional creativity and innovative design skills
• 5+ years experience (academic and professional) with design software, including Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, etc and Canva. 
• Proven experience with graphic design, with a strong portfolio of work
• Experience in after effects and animations
• Video editing skills 
• Excellent communication and presentation skills
• Well-versed in motion graphics for media usage 
• Organizational and time-management skills for meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment

Preferred Qualifications

• 3+ years in professional graphic design, preferably in the fashion industry
• Knowledge of Shopify and Google suite services
• Photography experience and proficiency with photo-editing software
• Desire to continue to grow skill set with ongoing education and training