Premier Press
Our mission is to
bring order to the chaos of creative production & distribution, making it easy to bring your brand to life
. Our vision is to
create a world free from dull marketing
.
Our core values are to:
Go beyond Discover new ways & ideas Respect ourselves, each other, & our community Deliver the best client experience At Premier Press, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional customer service and the highest quality in creative design and production. We foster a work environment that supports individual growth, encourages innovation through new technologies, and thrives on a collaborative, team-oriented culture.
Job Title:
Senior Designer
Classification: Full-Time, Exempt
Salary: DOE
Reports to: Jenna Mackowiak, Creative Director
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am- 5pm (occasional evenings/weekends as needed)
Location: In-Office (no remote), 5000 N Basin Ave., Portland, OR 97217
General Summary
Premier Press is a 51-year-old print and production icon known for blending hands-on creative execution with high-level design. We're seeking a seasoned
Senior Designer
with strong experience in print, branding, and agency-style concepting. In this role, you'll help drive daily creative output while upholding the highest standards of innovation and craftsmanship. Projects span production support and full-scale creative campaigns, including graphic design, branding, illustration, photo retouching, packaging, influencer marketing, retail, and branded environments. Strong conceptual thinking and a working understanding of 3D design are essential.
Key Responsibilities
Collaborate with the Creative Director to manage design requests, prioritize workload, and maintain project timelines across multiple clients and deliverables. Lead and contribute to concept development through brainstorming sessions, helping the team generate strategic, visually compelling solutions. Present work confidently on client calls and internal reviews-clearly communicating design rationale and aligning creative with project goals. Manage multiple projects concurrently, ensuring consistency, attention to detail, and high-quality execution under tight deadlines. Develop innovative creative concepts across packaging, experiential design, print, and branded environments that are both fresh and brand-relevant. Contribute to early-stage strategy and ideation, helping shape creative direction from concept to completion. Stay up to date on trends, materials, and technology to bring forward-thinking ideas and solutions to the table. Create polished presentation materials for internal and client-facing reviews. Mentor junior designers and lead collaborative design critiques to elevate team output. Respond to feedback and evolving project parameters with flexibility while maintaining conceptual continuity. Support internal marketing efforts by maintaining brand assets and developing compelling promotional visuals. Consistently uphold and elevate Premier Press's creative standards across all work. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions of the job.
Supervisory Responsibilities
None Qualifications
Expert-level visual design skills, including sketching, layout, typography, and color theory. Ability to quickly iterate 2D and 3D concepts with clarity and purpose. Advanced understanding of digital, offset, and large-format printing processes. Familiarity of materials, use cases, and applications. High proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign); experience with SketchUp and/or Fusion 360 is a strong plus. Familiarity with MS Products (Outlook, OneDrive, Teams, Sharepoint, Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Comfortable working on both Mac and PC systems. Awareness of current trends in design, architecture, fine art, and fabrication. Experience designing for retail, museums, tradeshow exhibits, or visual merchandising are a plus. Video editing or web design skills are a plus. Strong communication, organization, and project management abilities. Flexible, team-oriented, and adaptable to shifting priorities. Familiarity with project management tools such as Trello, Figma, Miro etc. Education & Experience
A bachelor's degree in graphic design and/or 3-5 years of progressively technical design experience that spans brand, print, packaging, and environmental design. Submit a portfolio or link that includes a full range of design styles that should include graphic design, illustration, events, retail, packaging, environments, etc. Comfortable discussing previous work, process, and working timelines to assess aptitude. Adobe Creative Suite expertise Additional Details
Work Environment:
Office-based with typical equipment usage. Physical Demands:
Ability to lift up to 20 lbs; frequent sitting, standing, walking, and fine motor tasks; must have full range of visual acuity.
Premier Press
is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration. Pre-employment background check and drug screening required.
bring order to the chaos of creative production & distribution, making it easy to bring your brand to life
. Our vision is to
create a world free from dull marketing
.
Our core values are to:
Go beyond Discover new ways & ideas Respect ourselves, each other, & our community Deliver the best client experience At Premier Press, we are dedicated to delivering exceptional customer service and the highest quality in creative design and production. We foster a work environment that supports individual growth, encourages innovation through new technologies, and thrives on a collaborative, team-oriented culture.
Job Title:
Senior Designer
Classification: Full-Time, Exempt
Salary: DOE
Reports to: Jenna Mackowiak, Creative Director
Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8am- 5pm (occasional evenings/weekends as needed)
Location: In-Office (no remote), 5000 N Basin Ave., Portland, OR 97217
General Summary
Premier Press is a 51-year-old print and production icon known for blending hands-on creative execution with high-level design. We're seeking a seasoned
Senior Designer
with strong experience in print, branding, and agency-style concepting. In this role, you'll help drive daily creative output while upholding the highest standards of innovation and craftsmanship. Projects span production support and full-scale creative campaigns, including graphic design, branding, illustration, photo retouching, packaging, influencer marketing, retail, and branded environments. Strong conceptual thinking and a working understanding of 3D design are essential.
Key Responsibilities
Collaborate with the Creative Director to manage design requests, prioritize workload, and maintain project timelines across multiple clients and deliverables. Lead and contribute to concept development through brainstorming sessions, helping the team generate strategic, visually compelling solutions. Present work confidently on client calls and internal reviews-clearly communicating design rationale and aligning creative with project goals. Manage multiple projects concurrently, ensuring consistency, attention to detail, and high-quality execution under tight deadlines. Develop innovative creative concepts across packaging, experiential design, print, and branded environments that are both fresh and brand-relevant. Contribute to early-stage strategy and ideation, helping shape creative direction from concept to completion. Stay up to date on trends, materials, and technology to bring forward-thinking ideas and solutions to the table. Create polished presentation materials for internal and client-facing reviews. Mentor junior designers and lead collaborative design critiques to elevate team output. Respond to feedback and evolving project parameters with flexibility while maintaining conceptual continuity. Support internal marketing efforts by maintaining brand assets and developing compelling promotional visuals. Consistently uphold and elevate Premier Press's creative standards across all work. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions of the job.
Supervisory Responsibilities
None Qualifications
Expert-level visual design skills, including sketching, layout, typography, and color theory. Ability to quickly iterate 2D and 3D concepts with clarity and purpose. Advanced understanding of digital, offset, and large-format printing processes. Familiarity of materials, use cases, and applications. High proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign); experience with SketchUp and/or Fusion 360 is a strong plus. Familiarity with MS Products (Outlook, OneDrive, Teams, Sharepoint, Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Comfortable working on both Mac and PC systems. Awareness of current trends in design, architecture, fine art, and fabrication. Experience designing for retail, museums, tradeshow exhibits, or visual merchandising are a plus. Video editing or web design skills are a plus. Strong communication, organization, and project management abilities. Flexible, team-oriented, and adaptable to shifting priorities. Familiarity with project management tools such as Trello, Figma, Miro etc. Education & Experience
A bachelor's degree in graphic design and/or 3-5 years of progressively technical design experience that spans brand, print, packaging, and environmental design. Submit a portfolio or link that includes a full range of design styles that should include graphic design, illustration, events, retail, packaging, environments, etc. Comfortable discussing previous work, process, and working timelines to assess aptitude. Adobe Creative Suite expertise Additional Details
Work Environment:
Office-based with typical equipment usage. Physical Demands:
Ability to lift up to 20 lbs; frequent sitting, standing, walking, and fine motor tasks; must have full range of visual acuity.
Premier Press
is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration. Pre-employment background check and drug screening required.