Senior Graphic Designer Job at Archipelago Strategies Group, Inc. in Boston

Overview Job Description PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY ON OUR WEBSITE : & clientkey=DABD0E77535E4AEBFC4004F6D0D2E214 CLASSIFICATION / STATUS : Full Time, 40 hours, Exempt, Permanent WORK LOCATION : Hybrid, Must be New England-Based (Required to travel occasionally for client meetings, internal training, or team events within the New England states) DEPARTMENT : CSD - Creative Services REPORTS TO : Creative Director JOB LEVEL : 3 - Professional AREAS OF OVERSIGHT : Visual Design & Brand Strategy SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES : No direct reports ABOUT THE ROLE: As part of a purposeful team at Archipelago Strategies Group, Inc. (ASG), a full-service marketing agency that specializes in impactful social marketing, the Senior Graphic Designer plays a pivotal role in shaping the visual identity and multi-channel presence of our clients. We seek an experienced, highly conceptual designer with at least five years of agency, brand, or marketing experience, capable of crafting compelling creative across platforms—from brand identity systems to advertising campaigns, trade show exhibits, websites, and user experiences. The Senior Graphic Designer will bring exceptional design sensibility, strong conceptual thinking, and fluency in visual storytelling across print, digital, UI/UX, environmental design, and emerging media—thriving in collaborative, strategic environments and energized by projects that drive behavior change and create community impact. Responsibilities Develop, implement, and pitch to clients strong visual concepts and design strategies that support brand storytelling across all platforms: print, digital, video, social, trade show/event environments, and web experiences. Create cohesive brand identity systems, from logos and style guides to full campaign rollouts. Contribute to advertising concept development, bringing big ideas to life visually while aligning with campaign strategy. Design websites, microsites, and landing pages with a strong understanding of UI/UX best practices; collaborate with developers, UX writers where needed, and other vendors. Ensure a high standard of visual execution across all creative assets, maintaining brand consistency and excellence. Lead visual development for client pitches, proposals, and new business opportunities. Collaborate closely with the Creative Director, Co-Designers, Writers, Strategists, and Client Account Managers to deliver integrated creative solutions. Integrate accessibility best practices (e.g., WCAG 2.1, Section 508) across digital and print deliverables to ensure inclusive communication when required. Incorporate emerging media formats and technologies into design approaches to enhance audience engagement. Manage time and resources efficiently across multiple high-priority projects, reporting on client accounts using company project management systems. Attend required staff and cross-collaboration meetings, and respond to TEAMs communication around creative needs. Perform additional duties as directed by the Creative Director or Creative Services Manager to support organizational success. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or a related field from an accredited college/university. Minimum five years of professional design experience within an agency, brand, or marketing team, including presenting and pitching creative strategies to clients. Demonstrated ability to deliver successful creative solutions across diverse formats (print, digital, video, environmental design, UI/UX). Proven expertise in developing integrated design experiences across brand, digital, advertising, and events. Strong conceptual thinking with a track record of crafting compelling visual narratives aligned with strategic goals. Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, XD), Figma or Sketch, and other relevant tools. In-depth knowledge of typography, color theory, layout, illustration, and image editing across media. Understanding of UX/UI best practices for responsive web and mobile design. Effective communication skills to articulate design concepts to internal stakeholders and external clients. Highly organized, self-motivated, adaptable, with the ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines. Demonstrated cultural competence with diverse audiences; bilingual in English and Spanish/Portuguese preferred, not required. Reliable internet access and willingness to work flexible hours, including evenings/weekends during peak periods. Competencies & Traits Communication: clear, concise, active listening, and adaptable to diverse audiences. Reliability: consistent delivery of high-quality results and proactive problem-solving. Quality Work: attention to detail and responsiveness to feedback. Problem Solving & Decision Making: analytical and creative thinking with data-driven approaches. Time Management: effective prioritization and stress-managed productivity. Cross-Functional Collaboration: productive teamwork across diverse groups. Operational Excellence: optimized processes with data-driven insights. Who We Are & What We Do Archipelago Strategies Group (ASG), established in 2013, specializes in impactful social marketing to change behaviors. Our services include in-house communications, marketing, creative, community outreach, and contact center teams. Our mission is to deliver “marketing with purpose.” We are a multilingual, diverse team with a track record across 200+ clients in 15+ languages, and we have received recognitions including the U.S. SBA Minority-Owned Small Business of the Year and the Boston Business Journal’s Fast 50. Benefits Base Salary: $80,000 to $90,000 (commensurate with experience). Vacation and Wellbeing Days: generous vacation with frontloaded wellbeing time. Company Holidays: 12 holidays plus 1 floating holiday. Health, Dental, Vision plans. Employer-paid Life and Long-Term Disability Insurance 401K+Match with retirement literacy services Professional Development: training, retreats, and more Hybrid Workplace: remote-first with in-person duties as needed for meetings and events Please note this job description is not a comprehensive listing of activities and may change. ASG is an equal opportunity employer and complies with applicable nondiscrimination laws. We participate in E-Verify and provide accommodations as needed. For accommodations, contact People Operations at people@discoverasg.com. #J-18808-Ljbffr