Job Details

Overview

Director, Design (GSV) at Golden State Valkyries – Design Director to lead the creative process within the Studio team. In this role, you will develop first-class designs for the organization and prioritize multiple projects in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines. This position reports to the Executive Producer (GSV). This is a full-time position based in Oakland, CA.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and produce a wide variety of cross-platform creative deliverables for internal and external clients
• Establish and manage all design systems across the GSV brand
• Manage a team of multiple graphic designers
• Collaborate with Marketing on full-scale campaigns and evolve visual brand identity
• Develop multiple design projects concurrently and execute according to established timelines
• Prioritize and track projects across the design team using creative process/project management tools
• Assist with print production (e.g., set up files, file archiving)
• Other duties as assigned

Required Experience & Skills

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in Graphic Design, or equivalent work experience
• Minimum 7 years of visual design experience at an ad agency, design firm, or within an internal creative team
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, Google Docs, and Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
• Familiarity with both print and web design executions
• Ability to understand the needs of requestors, follow direction, and respond positively to feedback
• Photography and illustration skills are a plus
• Ability to share an online creative portfolio
• Excellent written and verbal communication, service and resolution skills
• Highly organized and detail-oriented with the ability to balance multiple projects in a fast-paced environment

Compensation

• $128,000 - 136,000 + Bonus
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision benefits for employees and dependents
• Employer 401K match
• Vacation and a generous paid time off plan for pregnancy and parental leaves

Golden State is an equal opportunity employer. We will ensure that qualified applicants with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.