People Inc
Studio at People Inc. is the creative engine powering branded content for some of the world’s most iconic brands. We produce at the intersection of editorial credibility, cultural fluency and creative innovation. The production team is the backbone of this operation, turning bold creative into polished authentic work that delivers impact for clients and audiences.
The Position:
The Designer is a high-level creative contributor responsible for developing sophisticated brand-forward visual solutions across digital, social, experiential and print platforms. Reporting to the Associate Creative Director or Senior Art Director, this role blends conceptual design thinking with hands-on execution and is pivotal to the creative excellence of the Studio’s lifestyle content group. The ideal candidate is a proactive, detail-oriented visual storyteller who brings a strong design sensibility, a collaborative spirit and the ability to own design work from concept through final delivery. You’ll work across a variety of lifestyle verticals—home & retail, food & bev, travel & tech—creating content that is not only visually striking but strategically aligned to client goals. Hybrid: 3 days a week in the NY office with up to 2 remote days. Key Responsibilities:
Design & Execution – 50% Lead the design development of cross‑platform campaigns, including digital, social, print, events, and video assets. Translate creative briefs into compelling visual narratives, balancing innovation, storytelling and brand alignment. Create high‑fidelity mockups, key visuals, moodboards and layout explorations that set the tone for campaign aesthetics. Design for multiple platforms with an understanding of specifications, responsive behavior and user engagement across formats. Support art direction and creative execution for lifestyle‑focused photo and video shoots. Collaborate closely with copywriters and strategists to ensure unified storytelling and cohesive brand messaging. Assist the ACD or Senior AD with pre‑sale pitch materials and post‑sale client deliverables. Leverage content management systems and build articles in our CMS / no‑code design tools to elevate flat assets into stunning interactive visuals. Collaborate with the Development Team, Senior Art Director and Associate Art Director to evolve and improve the CMS and its components. Creative Collaboration – 25% Partner with the ACD or Senior AD to refine visual concepts and iterate on feedback quickly and intelligently. Present work clearly and confidently in internal reviews, demonstrating the thinking and rationale behind design choices. Communicate proactively with producers, strategists and cross‑functional teams to ensure timelines and expectations are met. Visual Systems & Design Standards – 25% Ensure design work meets the highest standards of quality, craft and consistency across all deliverables. Maintain and evolve design systems, templates and guidelines to streamline workflows and enhance team efficiency. Stay current with design trends, tools and cultural movements, bringing a fresh perspective to every project. Uphold visual integrity while adapting client brand guidelines for creative flexibility. Minimum Qualifications and Job Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Advertising, or a related field, or equivalent training and/or experience. Experience: 3–4 years of professional experience in a creative studio, agency or editorial environment. Portfolio demonstrating strong conceptual thinking, sophisticated visual design and multi‑platform execution. Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite and Figma; familiarity with motion graphics, photography or video is a plus. Excellent typography, layout, color and image curation skills with a sharp eye for detail. Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines in a fast‑paced environment. Ability and willingness to collaborate with internal groups and take direction from the Senior Art Director, Associate Creative Director and Creative Director. Strong communication skills and ability to receive and apply feedback with professionalism and efficiency. Passion for lifestyle content and understanding of visual trends across verticals such as home & retail, food & bev, travel & tech. % Travel Required (Approximate): 10% It is the policy of People Inc. to provide equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. The Company will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Accommodation requests can be made by emailing [email protected] The Company participates in the federal E‑Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E‑Verify program, please see the link. Salary (New York): $67,000 – $80,000 per year. The pay range above represents the anticipated low and high end of the pay range for this position and may change in the future. Actual pay may vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors, including but not limited to work location, experience and performance. Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage; unlimited paid time off (PTO), adoption or surrogate assistance, donation matching, tuition reimbursement, basic life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, supplemental life insurance, supplemental accident insurance, commuter benefits, short‑term and long‑term disability, health savings and flexible spending accounts, family care benefits, a generous 401(k) savings plan with company match, 10‑12 paid holidays annually, generous paid parental leave (birthing and non‑birthing parents), and voluntary benefits such as pet insurance, accident critical and hospital indemnity insurance coverage, life and disability insurance. Key Skills: Graphic Design, Layout Design, Logo Design, CAD, Adobe Creative Suite, SolidWorks, Drafting, Adobe Photoshop, AutoCAD, Adobe Illustrator, Catia, Adobe InDesign.
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The Designer is a high-level creative contributor responsible for developing sophisticated brand-forward visual solutions across digital, social, experiential and print platforms. Reporting to the Associate Creative Director or Senior Art Director, this role blends conceptual design thinking with hands-on execution and is pivotal to the creative excellence of the Studio’s lifestyle content group. The ideal candidate is a proactive, detail-oriented visual storyteller who brings a strong design sensibility, a collaborative spirit and the ability to own design work from concept through final delivery. You’ll work across a variety of lifestyle verticals—home & retail, food & bev, travel & tech—creating content that is not only visually striking but strategically aligned to client goals. Hybrid: 3 days a week in the NY office with up to 2 remote days. Key Responsibilities:
Design & Execution – 50% Lead the design development of cross‑platform campaigns, including digital, social, print, events, and video assets. Translate creative briefs into compelling visual narratives, balancing innovation, storytelling and brand alignment. Create high‑fidelity mockups, key visuals, moodboards and layout explorations that set the tone for campaign aesthetics. Design for multiple platforms with an understanding of specifications, responsive behavior and user engagement across formats. Support art direction and creative execution for lifestyle‑focused photo and video shoots. Collaborate closely with copywriters and strategists to ensure unified storytelling and cohesive brand messaging. Assist the ACD or Senior AD with pre‑sale pitch materials and post‑sale client deliverables. Leverage content management systems and build articles in our CMS / no‑code design tools to elevate flat assets into stunning interactive visuals. Collaborate with the Development Team, Senior Art Director and Associate Art Director to evolve and improve the CMS and its components. Creative Collaboration – 25% Partner with the ACD or Senior AD to refine visual concepts and iterate on feedback quickly and intelligently. Present work clearly and confidently in internal reviews, demonstrating the thinking and rationale behind design choices. Communicate proactively with producers, strategists and cross‑functional teams to ensure timelines and expectations are met. Visual Systems & Design Standards – 25% Ensure design work meets the highest standards of quality, craft and consistency across all deliverables. Maintain and evolve design systems, templates and guidelines to streamline workflows and enhance team efficiency. Stay current with design trends, tools and cultural movements, bringing a fresh perspective to every project. Uphold visual integrity while adapting client brand guidelines for creative flexibility. Minimum Qualifications and Job Requirements:
Bachelor’s degree in Marketing, Advertising, or a related field, or equivalent training and/or experience. Experience: 3–4 years of professional experience in a creative studio, agency or editorial environment. Portfolio demonstrating strong conceptual thinking, sophisticated visual design and multi‑platform execution. Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite and Figma; familiarity with motion graphics, photography or video is a plus. Excellent typography, layout, color and image curation skills with a sharp eye for detail. Proven ability to manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines in a fast‑paced environment. Ability and willingness to collaborate with internal groups and take direction from the Senior Art Director, Associate Creative Director and Creative Director. Strong communication skills and ability to receive and apply feedback with professionalism and efficiency. Passion for lifestyle content and understanding of visual trends across verticals such as home & retail, food & bev, travel & tech. % Travel Required (Approximate): 10% It is the policy of People Inc. to provide equal employment opportunity to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. The Company will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Accommodation requests can be made by emailing [email protected] The Company participates in the federal E‑Verify program to confirm the identity and employment authorization of all newly hired employees. For further information about the E‑Verify program, please see the link. Salary (New York): $67,000 – $80,000 per year. The pay range above represents the anticipated low and high end of the pay range for this position and may change in the future. Actual pay may vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors, including but not limited to work location, experience and performance. Benefits: Medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage; unlimited paid time off (PTO), adoption or surrogate assistance, donation matching, tuition reimbursement, basic life insurance, accidental death & dismemberment insurance, supplemental life insurance, supplemental accident insurance, commuter benefits, short‑term and long‑term disability, health savings and flexible spending accounts, family care benefits, a generous 401(k) savings plan with company match, 10‑12 paid holidays annually, generous paid parental leave (birthing and non‑birthing parents), and voluntary benefits such as pet insurance, accident critical and hospital indemnity insurance coverage, life and disability insurance. Key Skills: Graphic Design, Layout Design, Logo Design, CAD, Adobe Creative Suite, SolidWorks, Drafting, Adobe Photoshop, AutoCAD, Adobe Illustrator, Catia, Adobe InDesign.
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