Lead Graphic Designer [AQ-12020]

As a partner with Aquent, you will have the extraordinary opportunity to join a globally recognized organization, playing a pivotal role in shaping a nation’s image and driving its vibrant industry forward. Your creativity and leadership will directly influence how the world perceives and engages with this dynamic entity, making a tangible impact on its mission and global reach. About The Organization This leading global organization is at the forefront of its industry, dedicated to promoting and enhancing the image of a remarkable destination on the international stage. With a commitment to innovation and excellence, the organization works to inspire, connect, and engage diverse audiences through powerful storytelling and strategic initiatives. You will be joining a team that is passionate about its mission and driven by a collaborative, high-performance culture. About The Role We are seeking an exceptional creative leader to step into a pivotal role, shaping the visual narrative for a globally recognized organization. This isn’t just a design job; it’s an opportunity to lead, innovate, and make a significant impact on how an entire nation is perceived. You will be the visionary behind the brand’s aesthetic, ensuring every visual element tells a compelling story and resonates with diverse audiences across the globe. If you thrive on creativity, strategic thinking, and leading high-impact projects, this is your chance to shine and leave an indelible mark on a global scale. What You’ll Do In this dynamic role, you will be at the heart of creative execution and strategic vision, directly influencing how a leading global entity communicates its story. You will:

• Develop innovative design concepts for various internal departments and international teams, ensuring creative thought leadership and brand consistency across all assets.
• Create and produce high-quality assets across an extensive range of mediums for print, digital, and video formats, adhering to advanced graphic design industry standards.
• Deliver project assets with meticulous attention to detail, leveraging advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Premiere Pro, InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, and After Effects).
• Collaborate effectively with a global team operating across diverse markets and languages.
• Coordinate with external production agencies to scale design output and maintain high-quality, brand-aligned assets.
• Source, onboard, and manage freelance resources through agency partners, overseeing their integration into projects and supporting their workflow.
• Stay abreast of industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies to ensure creative output remains at the forefront of innovation.
• Manage budgets and financial delegations related to design projects.
• Ensure all work adheres to legal, statutory, and corporate governance policies and procedures.
• Contribute to an inclusive workplace culture, actively supporting diversity and belonging initiatives.

What You’ll BringMust-Have Qualifications To Thrive In This Impactful Position, You Will Bring a Powerful Combination Of Creative Talent, Technical Mastery, And Leadership Experience. We Are Looking For Someone With

• Tertiary qualifications in graphic design or a related field.
• Minimum five years’ professional graphic design experience in an in-house studio, agency, or production environment.
• Proven track record of successful design projects.
• Demonstrated experience developing and maintaining brand identities.
• Experience with budget management, strategic planning, and reporting.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro, After Effects).
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel).
• Advanced knowledge of design principles (typography, color theory, layout).
• Extensive experience across both print and digital design.
• Strong video editing and animation skills.
• Experience mentoring junior designers and effectively working with external freelance support.
• Moderate project management skills.
• Strong conceptual thinking and innovative design skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong collaboration skills with cross-functional teams and external partners.
• Effective time management and prioritization abilities.

Nice-to-Have Qualifications Beyond the essential qualifications, certain attributes will set you apart and enable you to contribute even more significantly to our team and mission:

• Familiarity with UI/UX design principles.
• Ability to adapt flexibly to changing priorities in support of broader organizational objectives.
• A team player who thrives in a high-performance, multi-disciplinary environment.
• Sound judgment and emotional intelligence when navigating differing views.
• A collaborative, trust-based approach to team culture.

This is a truly special opportunity to join an incredible, down-to-earth, and hardworking team. If you are a brilliant designer with the capacity to bring strategic thought and leadership to a global team, please apply now and ensure you include a link to your Portfolio within your application. About Aquent Talent Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world’s biggest brands. Our eligible talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits! Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We’re about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive.