Location: Philadelphia
Website: https://www.lyquix.com/
Positiion-Type: Full-Time
Start Date: ASAP
Salary: $66,000-$80,000
Compensation:
We value the contribution of all our team members, and we all participate in the success of Lyquix. We provide a very attractive compensation package that includes:
- Competitive base salary
- Annual performance bonus
- 401k plan with 1-to-1 employer matching
- Paid time off
- Lyquix-sponsored insurance plans: health, dental, life, and long-term disability
- Access to group insurance plans for: vision, short-term disability, accident, and critical illness
- Health savings account, and flexible spending account
- Prescription savings card
- Public transportation benefit
- Company-issued laptop and mobile phone
- Veterinary and pet prescription discount plans
- Access to discounts on tickets, electronics, travel, auto, clothing, dining, home improvement, and more
Overview:
Lyquix, Philadelphia’s award-winning digital agency has an opening! We are looking for a Senior Graphic Designer to work on ongoing projects for a wide array of clients including nationally recognizable brands. The ideal candidate will have a solid technical foundation, be self-motivated, with a curiosity and penchant for learning, and a desire to work in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.
Typical Duties:
As a Senior Graphic Designer at Lyquix, you will be at the forefront of crafting visually engaging and user-focused designs that span digital design, print design, and branding. You will combine creative vision with strategic thinking to deliver designs that are not only beautiful but also functional, accessible, and aligned with client goals.
Your work will extend across digital and print media, with a strong emphasis on designing user interfaces, crafting user experiences, and ensuring brand consistency. You will collaborate closely with clients and internal teams to refine design solutions that communicate effectively, enhance usability, and drive engagement.
Beyond design execution, you will contribute to the refinement of creative processes, provide feedback to team members, and advocate for setting and upholding best practices in design techniques, processes, usability, accessibility, branding, and visual communication.
Web and Digital Design:
- Design user interfaces (UI) for websites, web apps, mobile apps, and other digital interfaces
- Craft intuitive user pathways, flows, and navigation elements.
- Develop wireframes, mockups, and high-fidelity prototypes to visualize and refine designs.
- Create visually engaging animations and micro-interactions.
- Ensure text, visuals, and multimedia are aligned with design goals.
Content and Information Design
- Develop brand identities, including logos, typography, color schemes, and comprehensive brand guidelines.
- Design assets for both digital platforms and print materials.
- Create promotional materials such as banners, direct mail campaigns, and event collateral.
- Craft designs that align with strategic goals and deliver the intended message effectively.
Collaboration and Teamwork
- Work closely with developers, project managers, and content creators.
- Collaborate with developers to ensure accurate implementation of designs.
- Provide feedback and guidance to more junior Designers.
- Partner with developers, printers, and manufacturers to troubleshoot and refine designs during implementation.
Client Interaction
- Participate in client meetings to present designs, gather feedback, and refine creative direction.
- Communicate design decisions clearly, providing rationale for creative, technical, and strategic choices.
- Build strong client relationships by understanding their needs and delivering exceptional creative solutions.
Activity and Time Tracking
- Accurately track time and activity for projects using Lyquix’s project management tools.
- Provide status updates, timelines, and deliverables to project managers and clients.
Requirements:
Education and Experience
- Bachelor’s degree or higher in Graphic Design, Interactive Design, Visual Communication, or a related field, or comparable work experience.
- Minimum of 6 years of experience in graphic design, with a strong portfolio showcasing work in branding, web design, and digital media.
- Experience working in an agency setting, managing multiple projects and clients.
Web and Digital Design:
- Advanced proficiency in designing responsive user interfaces (UI) for websites, and web apps.
- Proficiency in interaction design principles.
- Proficiency in accessibility standards and usability best practices.
- Working knowledge of email templates and graphics design.
- Working knowledge of the mechanics and capabilities of HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.
- Familiarity with usability testing, user research, and related methodologies.
Branding and Visual Design:
- Advanced proficiency in creating assets for both digital and print media.
- Proficiency in developing comprehensive brand identities, including logos, typography, color schemes, and brand guidelines.
- Proficiency in layout, composition, typography, visual hierarchy, and color theory.
Content and Information Design:
- Proficiency in creating designs that optimize readability and user engagement.
- Working knowledge of information design principles.
- Familiarity with data visualization tools or techniques.
- Familiarity with content strategy, information architecture, and SEO best practices.
Tools and Software:
- Advanced proficiency in design software such as Figma, Adobe XD, and the Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
- Proficiency in photo editing, and in creating and editing vector graphics and illustrations.
- Proficiency in image file optimization, including selecting appropriate file formats.
- Proficiency in collaboration and project management tools.
- Working knowledge of animation and motion design tools like Adobe After Effects, Lottie, or similar software.
General Skills:
- Proficiency in applying design best practices, workflows, and processes.
- Proficiency in collaboration and project management tools.
- Proficiency in finding creative inspiration and staying updated on design trends through blogs, portfolios, and visual communities.
- Proficiency in exploring features of design tools, troubleshooting software issues, and leveraging official documentation and forums.
- Proficiency in research and application of design techniques to solve challenges and achieve goals.
- Proficiency in communicating with third-party photo,video and production teams.
- Working knowledge of project management concepts and organizational skills.
- Working knowledge of AI-powered tools for design workflows.
- Familiarity with web development workflows.
- Familiarity with creating and maintaining documentation.
Soft Skills:
Collaboration & Communication
- Team Collaboration
- Clear Communication
- Technical Articulation
- Constructive Feedback
- Knowledge Sharing
Project Management Awareness
- Task Management
- Understanding Project Workflows
- Client Focus
Strategic Thinking & Business Acumen
- Big-Picture Thinking
- Strategic Decision-Making
- Continuous Improvement
Leadership & Mentorship
- Mentorship
- Leadership
- Advocacy
Attitudes and Disposition
- Problem-Solving Attitude
- Analytical Thinking
- Organization and Discipline
- Attention to Detail
- Optimism and Adaptability
- Initiative and Ownership
- Reliability and Accountability
- Professionalism
- Continuous Learning
Working at Lyquix
At Lyquix, we’ve cultivated a dynamic and enjoyable work environment where everybody feels welcome and appreciated. We are dedicated to continuous improvement, hungry for knowledge, and always expanding our skills. Whether working on client projects or internal initiatives, we never find ourselves bored. We stay flexible and agile, working on multiple projects for a diverse array of clients. Our satisfaction comes from doing things right, helping our clients’ businesses succeed, and building trustworthy and long-term relationships. And, of course, we never forget to enjoy food, drinks, and laughs together.
Workplace
At Lyquix, we embrace a hybrid workplace model that offers our employees the flexibility to choose where they work. You have the option to work remotely or from our office in Center City Philadelphia. We believe in the importance of fostering a collaborative environment, and as part of our team-building efforts, we encourage employees to join us in the office every Thursday.
Our hybrid approach allows you to strike the right balance between a focused work environment and the comfort of your own space. We understand that individual preferences and circumstances vary, and we value the autonomy that comes with a hybrid setup.
For the right candidate, we are open to considering a 100% remote arrangement. We believe in providing opportunities that align with your work style and enable you to contribute effectively to our collaborative and innovative team, regardless of your physical location.
To Apply:
If this position sounds like a good match, please apply at https://www.lyquix.com/careers/senior-graphic-designer.