Create Cool S**t.

About The Position

DSM is actively seeking to fill the role of Junior Designer in the creative department. We are looking for an individual who thrives in a fast-paced environment and collaborates well when working with a varied group of peers. This individual will be working directly with our graphic designers and will report directly to the Creative Director. It will be expected to work cooperatively and productively with all others at DSM. 

Overview

• Represent yourself and DSM in a positive way, when you’re at work and when you’re not.
• Interact with clients via phone, email and face-to-face meetings.
• Attend networking, talent recruiting, fundraisers and other special events that are critical to the growth of DSM.
• Assist in the growth of DSM by contributing to our marketing, advertising, public relations and sales initiatives.
• Be open and flexible to the changing needs of the business. As this industry changes, we expect that your roles and responsibilities will always be evolving to provide more value for our clients.

Responsibilities

• Generate and communicate clear ideas and concepts in collaboration with the creative team and others as they may need it.
• Understand marketing initiatives, strategic positioning and target audience of all clients.
• Cooperate with the entire DSM team to collaborate on all initiatives.
• Take work from concept to final execution within deadlines.
• Manage and delegate responsibilities to other designers and provide direction as needed.
• Present completed ideas to clients/team members.
• Effective time management and task prioritization while communicating to do list and workload clearly to managing designers
• Stay on top of all trends and maintain best practices.

Requirements

• Proven working experience in relevant industry.
• Hands on experience with logo design, typography, color theory, web layout design, print production, image selection and package design.
• Proficient use of Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator, XD, or other visual design and wire-framing tools.
• Demonstrable graphic design skills with a strong portfolio.
• Incorporate feedback and take/give direction well.
• Team player with strong communication and presentation skills.
• Relevant education or training.

Related Industry Interests (not a requirement)

DSM values and encourages personal and professional growth.  We understand that artists thrive when allowed the freedom to experiment with new tools and are encouraged to push their creative vision. At DSM we would love to hear about the candidates process and what areas of creativity you see yourself exploring and developing further in the future.

Examples:

Photography (shoots, lighting, retouching etc.), Video, Animation, and Motion Graphics (Adobe Premiere and Adobe After Effects), Web Development or Creative Writing. (copy lines, scripts etc.)

A Little About Us

DSM is a full-service marketing agency that believes that all marketing initiatives need to be working in concert to be successful. We live and breathe by the successes (and failures) of our clients. DSM is a sixteen-year-old agency founded by veterans of the industry. We have seen how others have done it, and we feel that there is a better way. We love what we do, we love who we do it for, and we love who we work with. We are a passionate and tightly-knit group who feel that doing what we love should be done in an environment that supports us. Just ask Glassdoor.

You may be a good fit for us, but the more important question to ask is, “Is DSM a good fit for you?”

Work Location: Remote/Hybrid Schedule and Flexibility available.
Please Note: Applicants must be located within driving distance of Mahwah, New Jersey.

DSM is an equal opportunity employer.