Xdesign is growing and we’re looking to expand our design team with a Graphic Designer. We’re hiring a strategic thinker, who can bring their ideas to life through current and future social media tools and tactics. This position is supported by an award-winning design team.
Xdesign has strong core values, a clear accountability chart, 10-year vision along with 3-year, and 1-year goals that are fulfilled through quarterly goals that provide a clear growth path for both you and Xdesign.
This is an full-time, in-office, salaried position in Baton Rouge, LA. Responsibilities:
Create, develop, and revise design assets while adhering to Xdesign’s brand guidelines and templates.
Conceptualize and establish the visual identity for new brands, bringing creative ideas from inception to execution.
Design a wide range of projects including, but not limited to, general graphic design, email campaigns, social media ads, digital display ads, print advertisements, brochures, and presentations.
Implement design changes based on feedback from clients and internal team members.
Maintain high proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud applications, particularly Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop.
Follow instructions with precision, while demonstrating the initiative to ask clarifying questions when needed.
Apply a strong understanding of layout, typography, and color theory to every project.
Collaborate effectively, receiving and integrating constructive feedback with a positive and professional attitude.
Work efficiently in a team environment, offering support to colleagues, maintaining organization, and following internal processes.
Produce highly accurate and detail-oriented work consistently.
Perform under pressure and manage deadlines with composure and professionalism.
Exhibit strong soft skills including emotional intelligence, adaptability, and situational awareness.
Approach work with humility, without ego, and maintain a light-hearted, positive demeanor.
Preferred Qualifications (Not Required, but a Plus):
Experience working within email marketing platforms such as MailChimp.
Familiarity with web design principles, particularly for platforms like Squarespace and WordPress.
Comfort with video editing and motion graphics creation using software like AfterEffects.
Experience creating designs in online tools such as Creatopy or Canva.
Personal Skills:
You’re fun to be around. You work hard and play hard.
You’re a self-starter and able to hit the ground running.
You’re willing to get your hands dirty.
You hold yourself accountable.
You are able to think creatively and identify & resolve problems.
You have high attention to detail and the ability to effectively multi-task to meet deadlines.Qualifications:
Technical Skills: Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, etc.) or other relevant tools. Experience in video editing and animations is not required, but a plus. Familiarity with web design principles and basic HTML/CSS.
Portfolio: A strong portfolio showcasing a range of creative projects that demonstrate design skills and versatility.
Creativity: Exceptional creative and innovative thinking abilities with a keen eye for detail.
Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to present ideas clearly and effectively.
Team Player: Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to find creative solutions to design challenges.
Benefits:
Competitive Salary Based on Experience
Quarterly Bonus Opportunities
401k Opportunities
Intentional Work-Life Balance
We offer a full package of benefits including Health, Dental, Long-Term, and Short-Term Disability
Paid Holidays, Vacation, and Sick Days
Relaxed work environment - We work hard and play hard.
Monthly team social event
Monthly Office Lunch
Quarterly State of the Company meetings from the President to report on the status of the company and goals
About Xdesign:
Founded in 1990, Xdesign’s mission is to create and connect brands to the consumer by any means necessary. Our focus is on creating the best work for the best people, not being the biggest company.
Xdesign is one of the most historical agencies in the South, yet we continue to evolve to serve our clients. We’re a local company with an incredible culture, our average team member tenure is over 10 years. Our home and focus is Baton Rouge. We work with the biggest and most iconic brands in the city and will continue to help local businesses thrive.
We’ve won more awards than any of our competitors, however, we pride ourselves on customer service. We retain clients over twice as long as the national average and have a great time doing it.
We build great brands, we create even better relationships with our team and with our clients.