Job description
RAPP Chicago is looking for a Senior Designer to join our award-winning Creative team.
WHO WE ARE:
We are RAPP – world leaders in activating growth with precision and empathy at scale.
As a global, next-generation precision marketing agency we leverage data, creativity, technology, and empathy to foster client growth. We champion individuality in the marketing solutions we create, and in our workplace. We fight for solutions that adapt to the individual’s needs, beliefs, behaviors, and aspirations.
We foster an inclusive workplace that emphasizes personal well-being.
HOW WE DO IT:
At RAPP, our fearless superconnectors help to create value from personal brand experiences by focusing on three key areas: connected data, connected content and connected decisioning.
Our data analysts identify who that person is, our strategists understand what they want, and our award-winning technologists and creatives know how to deliver it – ensuring we’re able to activate authentic customer connections for our clients.
Part of Omnicom’s Precision Marketing Group, RAPP is comprised of 2,000+ creatives, technologists, strategists, and data and marketing scientists across 15+ global markets
YOUR ROLE:
RAPP is seeking a Senior Designer who combines exceptional design craft with a strategic mindset to elevate creative work across platforms. In this role, you will lead the execution of visually impactful designs, mentor junior designers, and collaborate with creative and cross-functional teams to deliver innovative and cohesive campaigns. You will push boundaries, refine design processes, and set the standard for design excellence.
KEY COMPETENCIES:
- Comprehension: Thoughtfully interpret and refine creative briefs with a strong understanding of design strategy and objectives.
- Ideation: Lead brainstorming sessions to develop visually compelling and inclusive design concepts.
- Craft & Execution: Consistently deliver polished, high-quality designs that demonstrate mastery of typography, layout, and composition.
- Iteration & Elevation: Provide multiple, well-considered solutions to design challenges and refine work based on feedback.
- Directing & Managing: Confidently manage your workflow while mentoring junior designers to produce their best work.
- Storytelling & Selling: Present your designs to internal teams and clients with confidence, articulating the strategy behind your creative decisions.
- Business Contribution: Approach design challenges with a business-oriented mindset, ensuring that creative solutions drive results for clients and the agency.
YOUR RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Lead the development and execution of creative designs that align with client goals and strategies across platforms (digital, social, print, etc.).
- Collaborate with art directors, copywriters, and other creative team members to deliver cohesive, impactful campaigns.
- Translate strategic objectives into visually compelling designs that adhere to brand guidelines while pushing creative boundaries.
- Mentor junior designers, providing feedback and guidance to help them refine their craft and grow their confidence.
- Present work to internal teams and clients with clarity and confidence, incorporating feedback to refine the final product.
- Stay current with design trends, tools, and technologies, and proactively apply them to enhance creative outcomes.
- Manage multiple projects simultaneously, balancing deadlines and priorities without compromising quality.
- Refine and elevate the design process to ensure efficiency and consistency across all design deliverables.
SUCCESS CRITERIA
- Delivery of visually compelling, high-quality designs that meet or exceed client expectations.
- Clear and effective communication with team members and clients, fostering collaboration and trust.
- Consistent mentorship and support for junior designers, contributing to their growth and development.
- Proactive exploration of design trends and tools to incorporate into creative solutions.
- Efficient management of deliverables, ensuring work is on time, on brand, and on brief.
SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE
Experience: 4+ years of design experience, with a portfolio showcasing produced work across digital, print, and social media.
Design Craft: Mastery of typography, layout, color theory, and composition, with exceptional attention to detail.
Technical Proficiency:
- Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
- Proficiency in Figma, Adobe XD, or Sketch is a must.
- Experience with PowerPoint, Keynote, and Adobe Acrobat is a bonus.
- Curiosity about experimenting with AI tools and emerging design technologies.
Leadership: Ability to mentor and guide junior team members, fostering a collaborative environment.
Communication: Confident and persuasive presentation skills, with the ability to articulate ideas clearly to clients and internal teams.
Adaptability: Thrive under pressure, manage competing priorities, and deliver exceptional work in a fast-paced environment.
Our hybrid work model:
RAPP’s current hybrid model is designed to enable in-person connections and collaboration that is core to our culture, while also supporting flexibility for all employees. As such, we have the option to work from home two days per week, if we’d like.
RAPP provides a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits plan. Benefits for this role include health/vision/dental insurance, 401(k), stock options, Healthcare & Dependent Flexible Spending Accounts, vacation, sick, and personal days and positive activism days, paid parental leave and disability benefits. For more information regarding Omnicom benefits, please visit www.omnicombenefits.com. A reasonable estimate of the salary for this role, at the time of posting, is $76,000 - $92,000. This range is specific to Chicago and multiple factors are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to: skill set, experience and training, certifications; etc. This is an exempt position. If your requirements fall outside of this range, you are still welcome to apply.
“As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.”
NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as negotiated to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.
