Senior Digital Designer

ABOUT FILSON

In 1897 C.C. Filson began outfitting prospectors headed for the Gold Rush with tools and apparel strong enough for the toughest spots on earth. More than 100 years later, Filson remains committed to providing pioneers of all fields around the world with unfailing goods made from the highest quality materials available. Filson recognizes that it takes a world-class team to make a world-class product. As we build on the Filson legacy of American craftsmanship, we are looking for individuals who share our dedication to innovation, excellence, and superior customer service. We don’t work in silos but rely on open collaboration. It’s a jackknife mentality – the ability to accomplish more than what’s asked of you – that defines our culture of versatility and perseverance.

Our outfitter mindset is deliberate and strategic. We are a small company, on purpose. We’re the ones doing the work, from product design and marketing, to cutting, sewing, and restoration. With more than 125 years under our belt, we still have a start-up mentality. Driven by an independent spirit and an uncompromising attitude that demands we lead with conviction. 

ABOUT THE ROLE

Filson is looking for a Senior Digital Designer to lead development of creative assets across various marketing and brand initiatives. This person will work collaboratively and independently within the Creative Production team, driving design solutions across a variety of mediums including advertising, e-comm, in-store and more. They will ensure that the brand’s voice is consistently reflected while maintaining the highest quality output across all touch points. 

This position is ideal for someone who has a deep knowledge of best-in-class design principles, is intentional with design approach and thrives in an entrepreneurial environment. 

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with key marketing and cross-functional partners to ensure designs align with campaign objectives outlined in the creative briefs
• Work with the Director of Creative Operations to manage design project calendars, prioritizing requests and timelines.
• Lead design execution for campaigns across multiple channels, including digital, email, social, in-store collateral, OOH and more.
• Present and communicate design concepts clearly and effectively through visual storytelling.
• Understand the brand’s voice and audience, developing visuals that align with brand strategy and messaging.
• Identify new opportunities and drive improvements for advertising across paid, social, email, and landing pages.
• Work with the CCO and key stakeholders to document and evolve the Brand Book/Guidelines.
• Serve as a brand steward, ensuring consistent application of brand guidelines across all channels.
• Mentor and manage a digital designer, fostering their growth and development.
• Perform other duties as needed. 

QUALIFICATIONS

• 2 years of management experience and 7 years of design and creative services experience.
• Proven track record of creating best-in-class brand design.
• Strong understanding of design systems and a branded portfolio architecture.
• Experience in leading creative from ideation through full execution across multiple channels
• In-depth knowledge of all steps required in the creative process.
• Ability to effectively communicate with creative and cross functional stakeholders
• A willingness to mentor junior team members and teach others.
• A collaborative mindset, but also confident in defending your creative vision and strategic POV.
• Experience in a studio or creative agency environment, with a strong portfolio of design work.
• Strong proficiency in:
  • Figma  
  • Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, Acrobat Pro)
  • MS Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Excel)
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Proactive and detail-oriented, with a collaborative approach to problem-solving and creative execution.
• A can-do, solutions-oriented attitude! 

Note: This job description is not meant to be all-inclusive.  Employee may be required to perform other duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Filson is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that every employee has the right to work in surroundings which are free from all forms of unlawful discrimination.  It is our policy that all decisions involving any aspect of the employment relationship will be made without regard to race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, the presence of any sensory, mental, or physical disability, veteran and military status, genetic information, political ideology or any other status or characteristic protected by local, state or federal law.  Discrimination and/or harassment based on any of those factors are totally inconsistent with our philosophy of doing business and will not be tolerated.

With regard to applicants or employees with disabilities, the company offers what the law refers to as "reasonable accommodation" to enable a person to perform his or her job.