Work is Sweet!
'Quality without Compromise' is not just a motto at See’s Candies. It is the most important ingredient in our recipe for success. See’s Candies has been in business since 1921 and maintains a reputation for producing the highest quality candy and providing superior customer service.
See’s is a leader in the confectionery industry with over 250 retail shops across the USA, a growing e-commerce business, and expanding opportunities internationally. We are seeking friendly, enthusiastic individuals who are passionate about helping us grow and thrive in our second century.
Job Description Summary:
Position Objective:Lead the concepting, design, and execution of engaging, high-performing email campaigns that support overarching marketing strategy and brand vision across all channels. This role is responsible for driving best-in-class email creative—from ideation through production and optimization—while managing and mentoring a team of designers and partnering closely with cross-functional stakeholders and external agencies.
The pay range for this position is expected to be $108,000 -118.000 annually; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.
Job Description:
Job Responsibilities
Partner with cross-functional teams and agency partners to develop high-impact, conversion-driven email templates aligned to seasonal strategies and integrated 360° marketing campaigns.
Concept and design compelling, on-brand creative for a range of marketing and transactional email communications, ensuring consistency with brand standards while applying email best practices and strong visual design principles.
Lead, manage, and mentor the email design team through all phases of development—from concept through creative reviews, production, and final delivery.
Own and drive the email creative pipeline, ensuring alignment to briefs, business goals, timelines, and deadlines. Facilitate project kickoffs, lead internal reviews, and present creative to marketing and channel stakeholders.
Champion digital innovation by collaborating with Creative, Marketing, E-commerce, and agency teams to implement best practices—ensuring all emails are responsive, accessible, scalable, and optimized across devices and platforms.
Leverage performance insights, testing (A/B), and industry trends to continuously optimize creative and improve engagement, conversion, and overall campaign effectiveness.
Contribute to broader 360° marketing initiatives, including ecommerce assets, paid and organic social, and other digital touchpoints as needed.
All See’s staff must be committed to the company’s core principles and workplace values, including a demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion.
Candidate Profile
Bachelor’s degree in Design, Art, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
5+ years of design experience in an in-house retail or agency environment, including at least 3 years focused on email design; prior leadership or management experience required.
Strong digital portfolio showcasing excellence in email design, typography, layout, and dynamic or interactive content—preferably within a retail or consumer brand.
Deep understanding of email marketing best practices, including responsive design, accessibility, deliverability constraints, and performance optimization.
Expertise in UX/UI principles, design systems, and designing for desktop and mobile experiences.
Experience leveraging A/B testing and data insights to inform design decisions and improve performance metrics such as open rates, click-through rates, and conversions.
Advanced proficiency in Figma and Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat); experience with motion/animation (After Effects, GIF creation) a plus.
Working knowledge of HTML5, CSS3, Email Service Providers (ESPs), and CRM platforms.
Strong collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to present ideas clearly and work effectively across cross-functional teams and leadership levels.
Highly organized and detail-oriented, with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Self-motivated, adaptable, and solutions-oriented, with a positive approach to feedback and change.
Proficiency in Mac OS and common business tools (Excel, Google Workspace, PowerPoint); experience with project management tools is a plus.
The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, in addition to a full range of generous medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.
See's is an EOE
See’s will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable local, state or federal law (including San Francisco Ordinance #131192 and Los Angeles Municipal Code 189.00).
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Design, Art, or related field (or equivalent experience)
- 5+ years design experience in-house or agency, including at least 3 years focused on email design; prior leadership/management experience
- Strong digital portfolio showcasing email design, typography, layout, and dynamic/interactive content
- Deep understanding of email marketing best practices including responsive design, accessibility, deliverability, and performance optimization
- Expertise in UX/UI principles, design systems, and designing for desktop and mobile experiences
- Experience leveraging A/B testing and data insights to improve open rates, CTRs, and conversions
- Advanced proficiency in Figma
- Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat)
- Experience with motion/animation (After Effects, GIF creation)
- Working knowledge of HTML5 and CSS3
- Working knowledge of Email Service Providers (ESPs) and CRM platforms
- Proficiency in Mac OS and common business tools (Excel, Google Workspace, PowerPoint)
- Experience with project management tools
- Strong collaboration and communication skills; ability to present ideas to cross-functional teams and leadership
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, able to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment
What We Do
See's Candies is an American chocolatier founded in 1921, dedicated to making candy with the finest, freshest ingredients. The company produces a variety of chocolates and candies, including assortments, decorated eggs, and chocolate bunnies.
