Creative Designer, Beauty & Cosmetics

Creative Designer, Beauty & Cosmetics

Position Overview
We are seeking a talented and versatile Beauty-Focused Multidisciplinary Designer with advanced skills in digital, print, and 3D design to bring our cosmetics brand’s creative vision to life. This role demands a forward-thinking designer with strong technical expertise, particularly in SketchUp, who can seamlessly produce exceptional work across various platforms. The ideal candidate will excel at interpreting and enhancing brand guidelines to create visually captivating assets, blending creativity and precision to ensure cohesive and innovative brand storytelling.

Key Responsibilities

Digital & Print Design Production

• Create dynamic, on-trend graphics for web, social media, email campaigns, POS displays, and packaging that capture the energy and aesthetic of our beauty and culture-driven brand.
• Bring fresh ideas to life, crafting designs that not only reflect the brand's youthful vibe but also connect with our audience on an emotional level.
• Ensure brand consistency across digital and print media while adapting to the latest trends and customer expectations.

3D Design & Visualization

• Support the creation of eye-catching 3D renderings for in-store displays, product mock-ups, and retail environments using SketchUp as the preferred 3D software.
• Contribute to designing innovative product displays and spatial concepts that highlight the beauty brand’s ethos and enhance the consumer experience.
• Collaborate with production teams to seamlessly integrate 3D assets into both physical and digital presentations.

Collaboration & Cross-Functional Support

• Work closely with the Creative Director, product teams, and marketing to understand campaign goals and ensure alignment with our brand’s voice and youthful energy.
• Partner with designers and copywriters to bring creative ideas to the table, enriching the visual storytelling and engaging the audience.
• Lead and facilitate creative discussions with cross-functional teams to generate fresh ideas and elevate design outcomes.

Technical Precision & Production Expertise

• Prepare digital and print files for production, ensuring high-quality execution that stays true to the creative vision.
• Manage color profiles, resolution, and output requirements, ensuring smooth transitions from design concepts to physical products.
• Coordinate with vendors to produce top-tier print materials, as well as assist with 3D production elements.

Project Management & Organization

• Handle multiple creative projects at once, ensuring timely delivery without compromising creativity or quality.
• Prioritize tasks and manage workflow efficiently, keeping the team organized and ensuring assets are accessible to all relevant teams.

Technical Skills

• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) with a solid understanding of SketchUp for 3D modeling.
• Experience with other 3D software like Blender, Rhino, or Maya is a plus.
• Detail-oriented with a deep understanding of digital, print, and 3D production processes.

Preferred Skills

• Strong grasp of typography, branding, and visual aesthetics, particularly within the beauty, cosmetics, or lifestyle sectors.
• A portfolio demonstrating creative, multidisciplinary work across digital, print, and 3D that showcases both innovation and brand consistency, with a focus on youth culture and beauty.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or a related field
• Demonstrated experience in a mid to high-level graphic design role, preferably with exposure to the cosmetics or beauty industry
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
• Strong time management and organizational skills with a graphic design mindset
• Ability to thrive under deadlines and in high-pressure situations
• Accept direction with an impeccable attention to detail and and appreciation for aesthetics
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills with a graphic designer's collaborative spirit
• A portfolio showcasing your best work

If you are an imaginative Multidisciplinary Designer with a solid background in print, digital and 3D design, particularly within the cosmetics or beauty industry, and you're ready to bring your design prowess to collaborate with the Creative Department, shaping our brand's visual identity, we encourage you to apply for this thrilling opportunity. Please submit your resume and a portfolio to be considered for this position.

• Salary range 85K-95K per year with PTO & benefits package.
• Exciting and collaborative work environment.
• Opportunities for growth and professional development.
• Work with a talented team on high-impact projects.

The anticipated salary range for this role is $90,000 - $95,000 annually. Ranges are based on various factors including the labor market, job type, internal equity, and budget. Exact offers are calibrated by work location, individual candidate experience, and skills relative to the defined job requirements.

We offer a competitive benefits package including major medical, dental and vision insurance, FSA, HSA, commuter benefits, and employee discounts.

Industrial Color is a division of CoCreativ, a family of integrated creative production companies. Industrial Color partners with top brands, agencies, and creative professionals providing a full range of essential production services. For over 30 years, we've led the industry through a culture of innovation, bringing state-of-the-art digital production and post-production solutions to our clients.

Our headquarters is based in Tribeca, NY, with offices in Los Angeles and studios in Brooklyn and Los Angeles. Our clients include: L'Oreal, Publicis, Procter & Gamble, Tommy Hilfiger, Absolut Vodka, Nike, Estee Lauder, Amazon...