Insomniac - Senior Graphic Designer

Job Summary : WHO ARE YOU?

WHO ARE YOU?

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Do you enjoy dance music? Do you excel at graphic design Then you’re in luck! We are looking for a highly motivated self-starter who embodies both a passion for dance culture and a love / talent the graphic design. Is this you? Read on

WHO ARE WE?

Insomniac produces some of the most innovative, immersive music festivals and events in the world. Enhanced by state-of-the-art lighting, pyrotechnics and sound design, large-scale art installations, theatrical performers and next generation special effects, our events captivate the senses and inspire a unique level of fan interaction.

The quality of the Headliner experience is our top priority.

Insomniac produces 10,000 concerts, club nights and festivals for seven million attendees annually across the globe. Since its inception, Insomniac's events have taken place in 13 countries across five continents.

The company's premiere annual event, Electric Daisy Carnival Las Vegas, is the world’s largest dance music festival and attracts more than 525,000 fans over three days.

The company was founded by Pasquale Rotella and has been based in Los Angeles since it was formed in 1993.

Insomniac Events is currently seeking a highly motivated and proactive Senior Graphic Designer with an impeccable attention to detail and a strong design sense to join our dynamic design team.

The successful candidate will work closely with senior designers, art directors, and creative directors, collaborating on the creation of visually appealing designs that align with our company's brand identity and objectives.

Additionally, they will be responsible for designing campaign deliverables and finding effective solutions for designing across various formats.

We are looking for a designer who is passionate about their craft and eager to grow and develop their skills. This position is fully in person and not a remote position.

Responsibilities

• Design Creation : Assist in the creation of a wide range of design materials, including but not limited to marketing collateral, print advertisements, branding assets, website graphics, social media content, infographics, presentations, and packaging
• Design Modifications : Collaborate with the design team to make necessary modifications and revisions to existing designs based on feedback and requirements
• Brand Consistency : Maintain brand consistency throughout all design projects, ensuring adherence to established brand guidelines and standards
• Layout and Composition : Apply advanced design techniques, typography, and color theory to create aesthetically pleasing layouts that effectively communicate the intended message and engage the target audience
• Concept Development : Lead and participate brainstorming sessions and contribute ideas for design concepts, leveraging your experience and understanding of design principles to create impactful and effective visual solutions
• Art Direction : Provide guidance on design best practices to junior designers, ensuring the quality and consistency of design deliverables
• Asset Editing : Perform basic image editing tasks, such as cropping, resizing, retouching, and color adjustments, to enhance the visual appeal of designs
• Collaborative Approach : Work closely with the design team and other departments to understand project objectives, gather requirements, and deliver high-quality designs within established deadlines
• File Management : Organize and maintain design files, ensuring proper version control and accessibility for the team
• Research and Inspiration : Stay updated with industry trends, design techniques, and emerging technologies to bring innovative ideas and fresh perspectives to the team
• Support recruiting, hiring, training and onboarding various team members
• Other design requirements as necessary

Qualifications

• Minimum 5-7 years experience in Graphic Design
• A degree or diploma in graphic design, visual communication, or a related field is preferred. However, equivalent practical experience and a strong portfolio demonstrating design skills will also be considered
• Proficiency in industry-standard design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and familiarity with design principles, layout, and typography. Proficient Mac user
• Demonstrated ability to think creatively and develop unique design concepts that effectively communicate messages and evoke desired emotions
• Strong eye for detail and the ability to deliver accurate and precise designs, ensuring alignment with brand guidelines and project requirements
• Design and illustration for print is a plus
• Effective organizational and time management skills to handle multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines
• A team-oriented mindset with excellent communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
• Willingness to learn and adapt to evolving design trends, technologies, and project requirements
• A strong portfolio showcasing your design capabilities and demonstrating your understanding of design principles and techniques
• In addition to the requirements mentioned above, proficiency in 3D modeling, sketching and illustration is highly desirable for this role.

The ideal candidate should also possess developing skills in photo retouching, photo manipulation, and compositing. These additional skills will be considered a significant advantage in the selection process

WORK ENVIRONMENT

• Must be able to tolerate loud noise levels & busy environments
• Must be willing to travel to work events during holidays, evening and weekend hours, as required, to meet deadlines

Applicants for employment in the U.S. must possess work authorization, which does not require sponsorship by Insomniac for a visa.

EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY

Insomniac strongly supports equal employment opportunity for all applicants regardless of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, age, marital status, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by state or federal law.

HIRING PRACTICES

The preceding job description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification.

It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

Insomniac recruitment policies are designed to place the most highly qualified persons available in a timely and efficient manner.

Insomniac may pursue all avenues available, including promotion from within, employee referrals, outside advertising, employment agencies, Internet recruiting, job fairs, college recruiting and search firms.

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