Manager – Graphic Design Full Time NEW

About the Role

Nitro Commerce is seeking a highly accomplished and strategic Senior Graphic Designer to lead visual communication across brand, marketing, and product functions. This role is fundamentally leadership-oriented, requiring the ability to define creative direction, establish scalable design systems, and influence business outcomes through high-quality visual storytelling.

Key Responsibilities

Creative Leadership and Strategy

• Define and govern the overall visual direction and brand identity across all channels
• Translate business, marketing, and product objectives into cohesive and effective creative strategies
• Serve as the primary design authority, ensuring alignment between creative output and organizational goals
• Drive continuous innovation by integrating emerging design practices, tools, and technologies

Team Leadership and Development

• Provide mentorship and professional guidance to designers, fostering a culture of excellence and accountability
• Establish and refine design processes, workflows, and quality standards to ensure consistent delivery
• Conduct regular design reviews and provide constructive, actionable feedback

Stakeholder Engagement and Executive Communication

• Collaborate closely with senior leadership, marketing, and product teams to support strategic initiatives
• Design and deliver executive-level materials, including business reviews, presentations, and strategic proposals
• Influence cross-functional stakeholders through clear, effective, and data-informed visual communication

Design Oversight and Execution

• Oversee the end-to-end design of marketing campaigns, digital assets, and brand materials
• Ensure adherence to brand guidelines while maintaining a high standard of creativity and innovation
• Balance quality and speed, enabling efficient delivery in a performance-driven environment

Systems and Operational Excellence

• Develop and maintain scalable design systems, templates, and standardized assets
• Enhance internal communication through structured and visually consistent reporting and presentation frameworks
• Optimize design operations to support organizational growth and efficiency

Performance and Growth Orientation

• Lead the development of conversion-focused creatives for paid marketing and growth initiatives
• Utilize data and performance insights to refine design strategies and improve outcomes
• Partner with growth teams to test, evaluate, and scale effective creative solutions

Requirements

• 4–7+ years of professional experience in graphic design, with demonstrated leadership responsibilities
• Strong portfolio reflecting strategic thinking, branding expertise, and performance-driven design work
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
• Experience in performance marketing and digital growth environments is preferred
• Comprehensive understanding of digital platforms, including social media and paid channels

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Communications, Marketing, or equivalent professional experience
• Advanced proficiency in design and presentation tools (including Adobe Suite and PowerPoint)
• Demonstrated ability to solve complex problems through thoughtful and innovative design solutions
• Proven capacity to manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality work under tight deadlines
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels