What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Designer & Art Director position at Novo?
Role Overview
We’re on a mission to create a lasting and impactful brand that resonates with small business owners. We are seeking a Staff Brand Designer/Art Director to support our marketing organization and scale our brand design system.
As a Staff Designer/Art Director, you will play a pivotal role in shaping and evolving Novo’s brand identity, ensuring our design efforts are as innovative and ambitious as our product.
What You’ll Do
As the Staff Designer/Art Director, you will have the unique opportunity to dictate and build the direction of Novo’s brand. Your responsibilities will include:
- Creative Concepting & Execution:
- Design and execute visually compelling materials for multiple channels such as:
- Email campaigns
- Organic and paid social media content
- Video content
- Internal and external presentations
- Events (both physical and digital)
- Swag and merchandise
- Brand campaigns
- Collaboration & Communication:
- Work closely with cross-functional teams, including marketing, product, and operations, to align design outputs with business goals.
- Serve as a trusted creative partner, translating strategic objectives into innovative design solutions.
- Leadership & Oversight:
- Manage and oversee the work of freelancers and/or agencies as needed to deliver high-quality creative assets on time and within budget.
- Provide constructive feedback and guidance to ensure alignment with Novo’s brand vision.
- Brand Stewardship:
- Act as the guardian of Novo’s visual identity, ensuring consistency across all touchpoints while pushing the boundaries of creativity to elevate our brand.
- Take a proactive role in evolving Novo’s design language and ensuring it reflects our core values and mission.
What We’re Looking For: We’re seeking a seasoned designer and art director with a passion for small businesses and an entrepreneurial spirit. Here’s what we’d love to see in an ideal candidate:
- Experience:
- Proven track record as a designer/art director with experience across multiple mediums, including digital, print, video, and events.
- Hands-on experience as a small business owner or design freelancer/contractor, providing unique insights into the needs and challenges of our customer base.
- Skills:
- Strong conceptual and executional design skills, with a portfolio showcasing a wide range of work.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to articulate design decisions and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
- Ability to work independently and manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment.
- Mindset:
- A self-starter with a high level of autonomy and initiative.
- A passion for building and shaping brands, with a desire to leave a lasting impact.
- A deep appreciation for Novo’s mission and a commitment to understanding our customer base.
Why Join Novo?
- Be part of a company with strong product-market fit and a loyal customer base, giving you the foundation to make a meaningful impact.
- Take ownership of Novo’s brand direction and have the creative freedom to innovate.
- Work in a supportive and collaborative environment that values your ideas and expertise.
- Help shape the future of a company that champions small businesses and empowers entrepreneurs.
