Jr. Online Graphic Designer

About the position This is an entry-level role for a Jr. Online Graphic Designer. The position offers comprehensive training on core platforms, tools, and technologies. The role involves designing and creating engaging content marketing assets, including web graphics, advertisements, and digital marketing materials. Collaboration with the marketing team for design iteration and refinement is key. The designer will translate goals, research, and feedback into creative solutions, and work within an existing design system and UI pattern library. There are opportunities for learning and growth through real-world projects, feedback, and experimentation. The company emphasizes a culture of continuous improvement and believes working there can significantly enhance an individual's life. The role is part of a product team with experienced designers and engineers, within a growing SaaS business that values an inclusive environment, offers excellent health benefits, 401(k) matching, and provides the opportunity to impact small businesses daily. Trust and autonomy are given to ensure employees can perform at their best. Potential promotional paths include Graphic Designer, Associate Graphic Designer, Associate Lead Graphic Designer, Lead Graphic Designer, and Sr. Graphic Designer.

Responsibilities

• Design and create engaging content marketing assets, including web graphics, advertisements, and digital marketing materials, using Adobe Creative Suite tools.
• Collaborate with the marketing team to test, iterate, and refine designs to improve performance and brand consistency across channels.
• Translate goals, research, and feedback into thoughtful, high-quality creative solutions that support Nutshell’s marketing objectives.
• Work within and help maintain our existing design system and UI pattern library to ensure visual consistency and efficiency.
• Learn and grow your design skills by contributing to real-world projects, receiving feedback, and experimenting with new ideas and approaches.

Requirements

• A Bachelor’s Degree in graphic design, web design, UX, or related fields.
• GPA above 3.4.
• Successful portfolio showcasing excellent graphic design work, with a premium on web design and/or UX work.
• Excellent design eye and a thorough understanding of design fundamentals such as Typography, Hierarchy, and Layout.
• Outstanding skills in Adobe Creative Suite and/or Figma.
• Knowledge of web design/graphic design/UX best practices.
• Knowledge of responsive design best practices.
• HTML/CSS coding experience (not required but a plus).
• Experience in creating end-to-end UX processes and workflows, including user journeys, task analysis, information architecture, wireframing, prototyping, and evaluative research methods.
• Understanding of how to use design artifacts to effectively build alignment, communicate ideas, and deliver an experience.
• Experience in Saas product design - a bonus!
• Passionate about UX and web design.
• Passionate about typography and color theory.
• High level of design skill and technical proficiency.
• Energized by designing memorable and effective experiences online.
• Takes direction well, but isn’t afraid to take initiative and make decisions.
• Sees themselves as a problem-solver, and faces challenges with a can-do mindset.
• Puts the customer and their goals first.
• Professional, dependable, and independent worker with a solid work ethic.
• Self-motivated, thrives on challenges, and enjoys getting things done.
• Eye for detail and dedication to high-quality work.
• Exceptional level of follow-through.
• Excellent time/project management skills.
• Works with a sense of urgency and can consistently meet deadlines.
• Outstanding communicator and possesses strong interpersonal skills.
• Lifelong learner who loves to grow and stretch outside of their comfort zone, and is always looking to improve their skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Internship/part-time/summer job experience.
• HTML/CSS coding experience.
• Experience in Saas product design.

Benefits

• Excellent health benefits
• 401(k) matching
• Flexible Schedule: Start your day between 8-10 am
• Health, vision, dental, and supplemental insurance with multiple plans and options to choose from, including HSA and FSA options with contribution matching
• 100% Company 401k Matching: Up to 4%
• Generous PTO
• New parent support (and paw-ternity leave!)
• All technology & equipment provided - every FXer receives a tech set-up valued at ~$1500, plus a personal desk fund for any extra touches you want to add to your space!
• 24/7 on-site gym and an employee wellness program including a free FitBit, fitness challenges, and a Headspace account
• Complimentary coffee service by our on-site barista, tea bar, pet-friendly office spaces, casual dress code, surprise catered meals, and more
• Charitable donation matching and local volunteer opportunities
• Home buyer program
• Profit sharing
• Green commute benefits

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