Brand Designer

Company Overview

KLA is a global leader in diversified electronics for the semiconductor manufacturing ecosystem. Virtually every electronic device in the world is produced using our technologies. No laptop, smartphone, wearable device, voice-controlled gadget, flexible screen, VR device or smart car would have made it into your hands without us. KLA invents systems and solutions for the manufacturing of wafers and reticles, integrated circuits, packaging, printed circuit boards and flat panel displays. The innovative ideas and devices that are advancing humanity all begin with inspiration, research and development. KLA focuses more than average on innovation and we invest 15% of sales back into R&D. Our expert teams of physicists, engineers, data scientists and problem-solvers work together with the world’s leading technology providers to accelerate the delivery of tomorrow’s electronic devices. Life here is exciting and our teams thrive on tackling really hard problems. There is never a dull moment with us.

Job Description/Preferred Qualifications

The KLA Brand Creative team is looking for a Graphic Designer to help build KLA’s global brand experience, and further our brand equity. You will bring brand, design and experiential acumen, along with the ability to remain flexible in an ever-changing, global environment.

Responsibilities:

• Design multi-disciplinary assets including (but not limited to): digital, environmental (office interiors), advertising, collateral, infographics, videos, print, merchandise, event booths, corporate logo architecture and animation 

• ideate and execute new art direction, in addition to working with current art direction, while driving a consistent global brand experience

• manage multiple deadlines while collaborating with global requestors on assignments in many different regions and time zones  

• endlessly evaluate the KLA brand across all touchpoints for consistency, while looking for new ways to improve our global brand experience 

• stay informed about international design and channel trends for cultural relevancy 

Preferred Qualifications:

• 3–5 years of professional design experience, preferably on an in-house global or multicultural team

• cross-platform understanding of how to create a successful brand experience

• familiarity with emerging technologies and new tools, applying them to further our brand touchpoints. This could be things like AI or AR. 

• to understand audience impression and the differences in stakeholder groups, including regional cultural differences.

• international brand or global campaigns experience

• familiarity with localization practices and designing for multilingual audiences

• able to project manage and collaborate with a global team

• experience working within creative project management software 

• proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premier or After Effects); familiarity with image asset libraries, MS Office, SharePoint, and web standards for design

• portfolio that demonstrates art direction, consistency, creative thinking, outstanding design proficiency, and ability to create for a range of branded touchpoints

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors' Degree plus 2 years' experience or Masters Degree and 0 years' experience or work related experience.

Base Pay Range: $60,700.00 - $103,200.00 Annually

Primary Location: USA-MI-Ann Arbor-KLA

KLA’s total rewards package for employees may also include participation in performance incentive programs and eligibility for additional benefits including but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, life, and other voluntary benefits, 401(K) including company matching, employee stock purchase program (ESPP), student debt assistance, tuition reimbursement program, development and career growth opportunities and programs, financial planning benefits, wellness benefits including an employee assistance program (EAP), paid time off and paid company holidays, and family care and bonding leave.

Interns are eligible for some of the benefits listed. Our pay ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed reflects the pay for this position in the primary location identified in this posting. Actual pay depends on several factors, including state minimum pay wage rates, location, job-related skills, experience, and relevant education level or training. We are committed to complying with all applicable federal and state minimum wage requirements where applicable. If applicable, your recruiter can share more about the specific pay range for your preferred location during the hiring process.

KLA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We will ensure that qualified individuals 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. Please contact us at [email protected] or at +1-408-352-2808 to request accommodation.

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