At GREY, part of WPP, we create Famously Effective ideas that move people, business, and the world forward – harnessing the power of creativity to solve business problems – for the world’s most influential brands. Our core values – creativity, unity, empathy, and service – power the work we do in each of our 25+ studios across six continents.
About WPP
WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com.
POSITION OVERVIEW
As a Senior Designer, you will play a crucial role in conceptualizing and executing captivating designs that effectively communicate our clients' brand messages across various media platforms. Your expertise will contribute to the development of innovative advertising campaigns and visually stunning collateral materials. The ideal candidate has a keen eye for detail, a passion for design, and the ability to deliver exceptional results within strict deadlines.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
- Collaborate with the creative team to develop and execute creative concepts, visual designs, and layouts for advertising campaigns across multiple channels
- Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute creative ideas to enhance advertising strategies and campaigns.
- Present design concepts and ideas, effectively communicating the rationale behind design decisions and incorporating feedback into final designs.
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously, delegating tasks and responsibilities to junior designers, and ensuring timely delivery of high-quality designs.
- Conduct regular quality checks on designs, ensuring accuracy, completeness, and alignment with project requirements and client expectations.
- Strong conceptual abilities, solid art director skills and a knowledge of the digital design landscape
- Prepare and organize the design assets for client presentations, ensuring materials are well-structured, visually appealing, and effectively convey design concepts.
- Remain current on the latest trends, consumer preferences, and best practices in the industry
- Stay on top of the latest technological advancements, including design software, digital tools, and platforms, to enhance creative processes and deliver innovative solutions
- Remain informed about current pop culture and social media trends in order to infuse culturally relevant elements into briefs and campaigns.
WHAT YOU WILL NEED:
- At least 4+ years of industry experience in a well-established, creative role with a proven track record
- Strong creative portfolio highlighting relevant/category experience
- Solid verbal communication skills, with experience presenting
- Experience working with large teams in client facing role
- Excellent written and presentation skills
- Excellent grasp of design and layout fundamentals
- Able to gracefully handle multiple projects in a fast-paced environment
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Keynote, PowerPoint, Google Slides, AI Tools
- Knowledge of digital media and experience designing for various digital platforms is highly desirable.
- Proficiency in front-end development work (CSS and HTML) and working within a CMS is a plus
WHO YOU ARE:
- Creative: Putting together two things to create a third thing no one’s ever seen before
- Productive: Acting on ideas to make things happen and get stuff done
- Collaborative: Focused on the greater good versus personal gain
- Adaptable: Ready and able to embrace change
We believe great work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach including required in-office days. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.
GREY is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.
If you need any assistance seeking a job opportunity, or if you need reasonable accommodation with the application process, please contact us at [email protected]. Please note that this contact is only for candidates who are requesting accommodation. Emails for other purposes, including application status requests, will not receive a response.
Please be aware of the possibility of recruiting fraud. GREY does not conduct interviews via instant messaging platforms and will never request personal financial information such as bank account numbers, credit card information, or payment of any kind during the hiring process. All legitimate communication will come from an official @GREY.com email address. If you suspect fraudulent activity, please report it to us immediately. Stay vigilant and protect your personal information.
Skills Required
- At least 4+ years of industry experience in a creative role with a proven track record
- Strong creative portfolio highlighting relevant/category experience
- Solid conceptual abilities and art director skills
- Excellent grasp of design and layout fundamentals
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite
- Proficiency in Keynote, PowerPoint, and Google Slides
- Experience presenting and strong verbal communication skills
- Experience working with large teams in client-facing roles
- Ability to manage multiple projects and mentor/delegate to junior designers
- Familiarity with AI Tools for design workflows
- Knowledge of digital media and experience designing for digital platforms
- Proficiency in CSS and HTML and experience working within a CMS
What We Do
Grey's mission is to create Famously Effective ideas that move people, business and the world forward—harnessing the power of creativity to solve business problems and deliver growth for the world's most influential brands and companies such as Procter & Gamble, Volvo, Haleon, Kellogg's, Applebee's, Modelo, The Coca-Cola Company, TUMI, and the Las Vegas Convention and Visitors Authority. Grey is proud to be part of AKQA Group—an international family of autonomous agencies with shared values and an independent mindset, backed by WPP (NYSE: WPP). In recent years, Grey has won a Grand Effie in every market it operates; has been named a Top 100 Global Most Loved Workplace; ADWEEK'S "Global Agency of the Year" twice; ADVERTISING AGE's "Agency of the Year" and CAMPAIGN magazine's "Global Network of the Year" in recognition of its creative and business performance.
