Job Description
Company and Vision
PlanetArt’s vision is to be the leading seller of personalized and make-on-demand products worldwide. We provide consumers with unmatched tools and content and an unparalleled end-to-end customer experience that result in high-quality, meaningful finished products and memorable celebrations of life events.
The company’s brands include the popular FreePrints and FreePrints Photobooks apps and the industry leading SimplytoImpress card and stationery site, as well as Personal Creations, CafePress and ISeeMe! Visit www.planetart.com to learn more about our brands.
We have more than 500 team members across multiple offices, primarily in Calabasas CA, San Diego CA, Woodridge IL, Minneapolis, MN and Pleasanton, CA. We also have team members in two company-owned offices in China, as well as in Europe.
Job Overview
We are looking for a detail-oriented, enthusiastic graphic designer with video experience who understands e-commerce and possesses a proven ability to create engaging ads across multiple channels, including social media platforms such as Instagram and TikTok. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years of design experience. The successful candidate will have a portfolio that demonstrates strong sense of branding, aesthetic proficiency, problem solving skills, unique concepts, outstanding typography and the creation of compelling ad campaigns. Creativity and a passion to present unique ideas are highly appreciated. Must possess advanced digital production/retouching skills to succeed in a deadline sensitive environment.
PLEASE NOTE: Candidates much be local to or willing to relocate to the Calabasas area as we operate on a hybrid work model (3 days onsite, 2 remote).
What You’ll Do
Key Responsibilities
Concept and execute within each brand’s standards.
Quickly gain an understanding of the brands and audience to execute conceptual and strategic design work, including tailoring ad content for TikTok, Instagram, and other relevant social media channels.
Create high-quality digital ads, social content and promotional videos optimized for various platforms.
Work closely with Art Director, merchandising and marketing to ensure optimal outcome for final materials.
Collaborate on implementation of paid marketing A/B tests to increase sales performance and improve customer experience.
Proactively seek necessary information on project requirements to ensure clarity and alignment on timelines, deliverables and assets.
Assist the Art Director and project coordinator with the planning and implementation of projects.
Assist with other projects as needed.
What You Should Have
Skills, Qualifications, and Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, art or related field.
- A minimum of 3 years of design experience.
- Excellent typography skills, a great eye for color, layout and details.
- A thorough understanding of branding and its application in advertising campaigns.
- A strong portfolio demonstrating your process and execution of good design.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- An ability to multi-task and meet tight deadlines with high-quality work.
- Must be a self-motivator, possessing the ability to work effectively with little supervision.
- Active on various social media platforms, especially TikTok and Instagram, with a good understanding of their respective audience preferences and content formats.
- Basic understanding of photography and using a DSLR camera.
Programs and Tools
- Photoshop skills: Advanced
- Illustrator Skills: Advanced
- Premiere Pro Skills: a plus (or other video editing software).
- AI tools: a plus (familiarity with image generation)
What You Can Expect
Working Conditions
- Work is performed in an office environment with low to moderate noise levels.
- Occasional lifting of up to 20 pounds.
- Position requires regular, continuous use of computer.
- Position requires regular sitting and standing.
- Position requires regular interaction with team members through the following methods: in-person, phone, Zoom, Slack, or email.
- May require occasional travel.
- This is a hybrid position; employees are expected to be in the office three days per week (Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday) with the option of working remotely two days (Wednesday and Friday).
Benefits
Compensation:
Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position is $25.00 - $31.00 an hour.
PlanetArt offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
- Health, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- 401(k) with matching
- Excellent Work/Life Balance – Paid Time Off, Sick Days, Paid Holidays, and Floating Holidays
- Employee Product Discounts
Don’t meet every single requirement? Apply anyway!
We believe the right candidate is someone who’s enthusiastic, eager to grow, and brings positive energy to our team. If this role excites you and you’re driven to learn, we’d love to hear from you—even if your background doesn’t perfectly match every qualification listed above.
