Digital Designer and Project Manager in Atascadero

About This Job

Jaguar Design Studio operates as a dynamic event design firm collaborating with prominent technology companies in Silicon Valley. We are currently seeking a detail-oriented digital designer who possesses strong technical knowledge, an exceptional eye for precision, and the skill to guide projects from initial concept to final execution.

Position Details

This is a full-time role operating from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Friday, Pacific Time. We are considering candidates located in Santa Cruz, Atascadero, or nearby regions such as San Luis Obispo County and Santa Maria.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Design registration forms, microsites, email campaigns, and various digital materials.
• Create and improve existing design templates.
• Gain familiarity with our event platform to design effective registration user flows.
• Document and illustrate project specifications.
• Collaborate closely with internal developers and project managers to oversee project construction, testing, and final delivery.
• Attend client meetings to gather requirements and report on progress.
• Establish project timelines and ensure all key milestones are achieved.
• Update and modify content within content management systems.

Qualifications and Requirements

• A minimum of three years of professional experience in a multidisciplinary, digitally-focused team environment.
• Solid grasp of user interface and user experience principles and established best practices.
• Able to work effectively within established corporate design standards.
• Experience contributing to and maintaining design systems.
• Outstanding attention to detail, accuracy, and consistency.
• Capacity to handle several projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and adapt swiftly to changing requirements.
• Ability to comprehend project briefs and integrate feedback.
• Superb communication abilities, including excellent verbal and written English.
• Proficiency in Figma or comparable digital design tools such as Adobe XD or Sketch.
• Advanced skills in Adobe Illustrator and Photoshop, along with a working knowledge of the broader Adobe Creative Suite.
• Familiarity with creating and refining motion graphics using applications like Adobe After Effects is advantageous.
• Experience using project management software such as Asana or Jira.
• Fundamental understanding of HTML and CSS, along with experience using content management systems.
• Eagerness to learn new technologies.
• Availability for domestic and international travel, approximately two to four weeks per year.

Benefits

• Engaging work in an environment that supports professional development.
• Opportunity to learn from and join a dedicated, talented, and closely connected team.
• Possibility to travel with the company to event locations.
• Paid time off.
• Health insurance coverage.
• Dental insurance coverage.
• Vision insurance coverage.
• Retirement savings plan (IRA).