Role Description
The Senior Designer, Creative & Brand plays a key role in shaping and elevating the Allen Matkins brand through compelling, innovative and high-quality visual communications. This senior, hands-on creative position leads the development and execution of design initiatives that support the firm's business development, marketing, recruiting, client engagement and internal communications objectives.
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Transform complex legal and business concepts into clear, engaging visual experiences across print, digital, presentation, video and environmental applications.
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Bring exceptional design expertise, fresh creative thinking and a strong eye for detail.
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Take meaningful ownership of the firm's visual identity and help shape how Allen Matkins presents itself to clients, prospects and the broader market.
This position may be designated as remote; however, all work must be performed within the state of California or New York, as applicable.
Qualifications
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Eight or more years of hands-on graphic design and creative services experience.
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Strong portfolio demonstrating high-quality work across print, digital, presentations, campaigns and brand design.
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Bachelor's degree in graphic design, visual communications or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
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Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, including InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop.
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Exceptional PowerPoint design skills.
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Strong understanding of typography, layout, color, imagery and visual storytelling.
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Experience designing a wide range of marketing materials.
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Experience with video editing, motion graphics and multimedia design is preferred.
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Ability to work within established brand guidelines while bringing fresh ideas.
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Familiarity with website design, digital media and email marketing platforms is a plus.
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Strong project management and organizational skills.
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Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
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Strong proofreading skills and attention to detail.
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Self-motivated, flexible and collaborative.
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Proficiency in Microsoft 365 applications, particularly PowerPoint, Word and Excel.
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Experience in a law firm, professional services firm or other corporate environment is a plus.
Requirements
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Serve as the firm's primary, hands-on designer.
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Develop and design creative materials for digital and print campaigns.
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Design and produce high-impact pitches, RFPs and proposals.
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Create visual materials for key client programs and targeted marketing efforts.
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Manage design projects from initial concept through final production.
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Help shape and maintain the firm's visual identity.
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Design materials for firm events, sponsorships and client experiences.
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Create and produce visual assets for photography, video, motion graphics and multimedia projects.
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Explore new design approaches, technologies and AI-assisted tools.
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Work with external designers, printers, photographers, videographers and other vendors.
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Identify opportunities to improve design processes and streamline workflows.
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Support the selection and design of branded merchandise and routine materials.
Benefits
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Competitive compensation & benefits package.
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Anticipated base salary range for this full-time role is $110,000.00 - $140,000.00 per year.
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Actual salary will depend upon relevant experience, job-related skills, qualifications, and location.