Senior Designer - Brand Design

Posted May 4

Journee reconnects people in the virtual realm, offering a groundbreaking solution for people to come together virtually and enjoy the most high-end 3D interactive experience in the metaverse.

We are scaling fast while working with top global brands (global players as Vogue Business, WWF, BMW, H&M, Siemens, DEPT, McCann, Adidas, Conde Nast, to mention a few), and are looking for those ready to join the adventure.

Journee reconnects people in the virtual realm, offering a groundbreaking solution for people to come together virtually and enjoy the most high-end 3D interactive experience in the metaverse.

We are seeking a talented and experienced Senior Designer to join our creative team and play a key role in shaping and elevating our brand design. As a Senior Designer, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to create visually compelling brand assets and deliver a consistent brand experience across various touchpoints. Your exceptional design skills, strategic thinking, and attention to detail will be crucial in driving our brand forward and ensuring its alignment with our company's vision.

Responsibilities:

  • Lead and drive the development and execution of brand design strategies and initiatives forward, ensuring consistency and alignment with the company's overall objectives.
  • We are looking for a person who can think and act conceptually, but who is also familiar with all the tools and can implement ideas hands on.
  • Conceptualize, design, and produce high-quality brand assets such as logos, typography, colour palettes, illustrations and visual guidelines.
  • Collaborate closely with different teams like marketing, strategy and other stakeholders to understand their requirements and translate them into visually engaging designs.
  • Create and maintain brand guidelines, ensuring adherence to established visual standards and brand voice across all communication channels, like magazines, in house design, presentations, social media, website or podcast.  
  • Stay up-to-date with industry trends, design techniques, and emerging technologies, incorporating relevant insights into brand design strategies.
  • Also an interest, experience and knowledge in immersive web experiences, web3 and all related topics is a big plus. 
  • Work collaboratively with external agencies, freelancers, and vendors, ensuring the successful execution of brand design projects.
  • Present design concepts, strategies, and rationale to internal stakeholders, incorporating their feedback and iteratively refining designs based on insights.
  • Reporting directly to the Creative Director and the CSO.

Requirements:

  • Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or a related field. Equivalent practical experience will also be considered (??? not sure if we need this?)
  • Also the amount of work experience – for a senior normally a minimum of 4 - 6 years of experience, but sometimes it depends really on the real work exprienece, talent, skills and portfolio)
  • Proven experience as a Senior Designer or a similar role, with a strong portfolio showcasing your expertise in brand design and creative problem-solving.
  • Proficient in industry-standard design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign), Sketch, Figma or similar tools.
  • Experience in motion tools such as Adobe After Effects, Premiere or 3D software is a plus
  • Deep understanding of design principles, typography, color theory, and composition, and the ability to effectively apply them in brand design projects.
  • Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain brand guidelines, ensuring consistent application across different mediums and touchpoints.
  • Strong conceptual thinking and the ability to translate ideas into visually compelling designs that communicate brand values and messages effectively.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate design concepts and rationale clearly to both creative and non-creative stakeholders.
  • Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, meet deadlines, and maintain high-quality standards.
  • Experience working collaboratively in cross-functional teams, including marketing, product, and UX/UI teams, to achieve shared objectives.
  • A keen eye for detail and a commitment to delivering pixel-perfect designs that meet the highest visual standards.
  • Passion for staying up-to-date with design trends, industry best practices, and emerging technologies

Why work with us:

  • Remote-first company with offices in Berlin, Cape Town, Dubai and New York
  • Flexibility to work in Berlin or remotely in a similar time zone (CET/ CEST +/- 2 hours)
  • Exciting career growth opportunities in a startup environment working on cutting edge projects with top global brands
  • Become part of our mission to reconnect human & brands in virtual spaces
  • Regular connecting team off-sites and team dinner events
  • We have strong values in place: high performance, transparency, open communication, adaptability & always learning

Journee is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone is treated with dignity, respect, and fairness. We value diversity in all its forms, including but not limited to race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, age, religion, national origin, disability, and veteran status. We believe that a diverse and inclusive workplace leads to better business outcomes, stronger relationships with our customers and partners, and a more fulfilling work experience for our employees.