Brand Designer

About the job:
Full-time
About Okendo

We believe happy customers make the best marketers.

That’s why we built Okendo – the customer marketing platform that creates stronger connections between consumers and the brands they love.

Using Okendo, Shopify brands can grow faster and more efficiently by cultivating brand advocacy and maximizing lifetime value.

Our unified platform and unique suite of products for Reviews, Referrals, Quizzes, Loyalty, and Surveys is trusted by 9,000+ Shopify brands to turn one time shoppers into revenue-driving Superfans.

Position Summary

We are seeking a Junior Designer to join our marketing team. As the Junior Designer, you’ll report to and collaborate closely with our Senior Visual Designer, contributing to the development of impactful marketing and brand materials. Whether you’re a recent graduate or pivoting to a design role and looking for a start in a collaborative, fast-paced, and forward-thinking environment, this role is your entry into the world of ecommerce design.

How you’ll create impact:
Product Knowledge and Representation – Immerse yourself in ongoing Okendo product training to gain a deep understanding of our offerings and effectively represent them in design materials.
Brand Aesthetics and Innovation – Grasp the current brand design aesthetic and guidelines, actively seeking opportunities to enhance and broaden our visual communications.
Creation of Marketing Collateral – Work alongside the Senior Visual Designer in crafting various marketing collateral, including blog visuals, email campaigns, presentations, webinar graphics, social media assets, and occasional motion graphics/videos.
Cross-Functional Collaboration – Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure design consistency across the entire company.
Design Tool Proficiency – Utilize Figma and the Adobe Creative Suite to translate design concepts into visually stunning creations.
Feedback Incorporation – Actively incorporate feedback from the Senior Visual Designer and other team members to refine and enhance your designs.
Detail-Oriented Project Management – Prioritize attention to detail and apply creative problem-solving across various channels and target audiences. Manage multiple projects simultaneously, understanding expectations, meeting deadlines, and maintaining an organized workflow.
What we need from you:
Educational Background: Degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or a related field.
Portfolio Showcase: Demonstrate your design skills and creativity through a comprehensive portfolio.
Design Tools: Proficient in Figma and Adobe Creative Suite.
Design Principles: Strong understanding of design principles.
Video/Motion Graphics: Some experience with video/motion graphics is a plus.
Communication Skills: Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate design concepts to cross-functional audiences.
Collaborative Mindset: Embrace a collaborative mindset and exhibit a positive team-player attitude.
Continuous Learning: Demonstrate a willingness and desire to learn and refine both design and technical skills.
HTML Familiarity: Familiarity with HTML is an advantageous skill.
Workplace Benefits
Data-backed and validated compensation strategy
100% employer-paid coverage of employee health insurance
Comprehensive dental and vision coverage
4 weeks of PTO; carryover allowed
11 holidays
Sick, bereavement, and jury duty paid time off
12 weeks of Paid Family Leave
Feedback driven culture
Exposure to the biggest and best ecommerce brands globally
Work remotely in the USA or from a local WeWork
What We Value:

One Team

We are one team committed to the same mission. We trust, respect, and value each other. We recognize the unique skills, experiences, and perspectives each of us has to offer. We continually look for ways to support and enable our teammates.

Champion the customer

Our customers are the heart of our business and the pursuit of their success is our north star, At every step, we prioritize their interests in our thinking and actions.

Strive for Excellence

We commit to excellence as our standard. We set and achieve ambitious goals. We maintain a bias for action, tackle the hard problems, and continually work to improve.

Extreme Ownership

We own the outcomes. We take the necessary action to get things done. We don’t blame others or find excuses. We proactively look for solutions and solve problems.

Integrity Always

We are always honest, trustworthy, and professional. We treat others fairly and with respect. We are transparent and forthright. We take our commitments seriously and deliver what we promise.

Always Day One

It’s always Day 1 at Okendo. If we’re not growing, we’re dying. We prioritize agility over bureaucracy. Velocity over perfection. Outcomes over process. We move fast, learn, iterate, and adapt.