Designer (Print and Digital)

　　Wall-to-Wall Studios is looking to grow the team in our Honolulu office and we have an opening for a Designer. We're a creatively driven Branding Agency that wields the power of design to lift up brands, people’s daily experiences, and the places we live. W|W is a fast-paced collaborative environment focused on delivering innovative, effective work. Presently W|W operates with a hybrid model, based on 2 in-office days and virtual/remote working opportunities for the other days of the week.

　　In the designer role, the individual can expect to create logos and robust identity systems, develop brand guidelines, design publications, print components, and environmental packages, create websites and digital design systems, and develop integrated marketing and advertising campaigns. The candidate will lead conceptual development, support production needs, and oversee multiple creative projects for clients, while simultaneously being a hands-on contributor within the agency. This is a position for those enthusiastic and curious about all things design, and who are always looking for a better way to do things. It is anticipated that this individual will have opportunities to contribute to projects led by the W|W Pittsburgh office. 

　　About You

　　You work well with others and appreciate the benefit of working with a multidisciplinary team to bring great things to life. 

　　You’re a clear, polished communicator and can clearly convey your ideas.

　　You want to grow. You’re always learning something new. You look for opportunities and welcome feedback.

　　You’re flexible. You can handle ambiguity. You can learn new things to deliver on a project. You deal well with changing scopes and project goals. 

　　You’re a problem solver. You relish in finding sustainable solutions to real-world problems that help businesses and organizations meet their goals. You’re invested in the outcome.

　　Responsibilities:

　　Create smart, compelling creative solutions across a wide array of integrated branding touchpoints including print, interactive/multimedia, and motion graphics

　　Oversee projects from concept through launch across all media 

　　Report to the Creative Director and assist the team in the execution of all aspects of our projects

　　Work closely with other team members, including other designers, developers, strategists & writers

　　Provide guidance and mentoring for other members of the creative team

　　Move comfortably among multiple projects, each with various audiences

　　Participation in collaborative ideation/brainstorming

　　Work within identified budgets, meet all deadlines

　　Attend/manage photo sessions, video production/editing, and other broadcast-related tasks

　　Work closely with outside agency collaborators and partners 

　　Direct and supervise print-proofing and press-check approvals

　　Stay current on all industry trends

　　Requirements:

　　5+ years experience in Advertising Agency/Design Studio/Branding Firm

　　An established portfolio that showcases integrated campaigns and your strategic creative thinking

　　Strong conceptual, problem-solving, and execution skills

　　Ability to understand and identify key strategic issues, and develop creative solutions

　　Proven track record of utilizing best design principles and typography, coupled with strong conceptual design skills

　　Advanced knowledge of strategy and design development of printed and digital pieces

　　Excellent verbal and written communication skills

　　Ability to interpret creative direction to team and clients

　　Comfortable leading client presentations

　　Must be organized and very detail-oriented

　　Works efficiently, proactively, accurately, and independently

　　Expert knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite products

　　Experience in managing and inspiring junior staff; fostering teamwork and idea exchange

　　Strong organizational and multi-tasking skills, working well under pressure

　　Bachelor's Degree of Arts or Fine Arts preferred

　　Be familiar with our work before you apply

　　Love what you do, have a great attitude

　　Apply:

　　Please submit a cover letter, portfolio or portfolio link, resume, and salary parameters. And — don’t phone it in on the cover letter. Please help us understand why you are a good fit for W|W. This is a full-time position in the great state of Hawaii. Sorry, no relocation package is offered.

　　About Us:

　　Founded in 1992, W|W infuses design and strategy with empathy and insight to elevate brands through visual identities, immersive digital experiences, and integrated campaigns. With offices in Pittsburgh, PA, and Honolulu, HI, W|W maintains a diverse clientele; working with local and national entities, ranging in size from regional nonprofits to Fortune 500 publicly traded companies. 

　　We're always interested in meeting creative, intelligent, talented, dedicated team players with a sense of humor. (Hey... maybe that's you.) Good luck.

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