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Lead the creative direction of projects, ensuring alignment with client goals and brand identity. Develop and implement innovative design strategies to enhance brand storytelling. Stay updated on design trends, technologies, and industry best practices to drive innovation. Oversee multiple design projects from concept to completion, ensuring deadlines and quality standards are met. Manage and mentor a team of designers, providing guidance, feedback, and professional development. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, developers, and content strategists, to execute design solutions. Serve as the primary point of contact for clients, presenting design concepts and gathering feedback. Translate client needs into clear design briefs and ensure their vision is effectively executed. Work with account managers and sales teams to pitch design proposals and win new business. Oversee the creation of branding, UI/UX design, marketing materials, and multimedia content. Ensure consistency in visual identity across all touchpoints, from print to digital. Conduct design reviews and quality control to maintain high standards in all deliverables. Develop and refine design workflows to improve efficiency within the agency. Allocate resources effectively, balancing workload among team members. Contribute to the agency’s growth by exploring new creative tools, design methodologies, and service offerings.

Conduct user research and market analysis to identify design opportunities. Develop concepts, sketches, wireframes, and prototypes for new products. Utilize CAD software (e.g., Creo) to create detailed product designs. Work closely with engineers and manufacturers to ensure design feasibility. Select materials, finishes, and production methods to optimize design efficiency. Perform product testing and iterate based on user feedback. Ensure designs align with brand identity, usability, and ergonomic principles. Create branding materials such as logos, typography, and color palettes. Design marketing materials including social media graphics, advertisements, and brochures. Develop website UI designs and mobile app interfaces using tools like Figma or Adobe XD. Prepare high-quality presentations and pitch decks for internal and client use. Work with printers and manufacturers to ensure accurate reproduction of designs. Maintain consistency in visual identity across all touchpoints. Edit and enhance images using Photoshop and Illustrator. Collaborate with cross-functional teams including marketers, developers, and engineers. Stay updated on industry trends and design innovations. Manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines and client expectations. Present and justify design decisions to stakeholders and clients.

Develop visual brand identities, including logos, typography, and color palettes. Create brand guidelines to ensure consistency across all platforms. Design digital and print marketing materials such as brochures, flyers, posters, and banners. Create engaging social media graphics, ads, and email templates. Develop visuals for Google Ads, Facebook, Instagram, and other online campaigns.