OLIN is dedicated to affecting positive change through landscape architecture, urban design and planning. We are advocates for the artful creation and transformation of the public realm, and practice in a range of scales across the globe, including ecological and regional systems, urban districts, campuses, civic parks, plazas and intimate gardens.
The OLIN Marketing Department drives the company brand from our Philadelphia studio.
Collaboratively, and with senior management, we develop a meaningful brand expression for our ever-expanding marketing efforts.
The OLIN Marketing Department is looking for a Brand Manager/Senior Graphic Designer who is a high-level strategic thinker with a strong knowledge of creative methodology and a clear understanding of branding, marketing and business strategies. You will join the Marketing Department to translate strategic vision into tangible project deliverables, and deliver creative concepts and executions for branding and marketing projects for the studio.
You will develop original concepts based on the objectives, parameters and needs of our studio, ensuring that all marketing efforts are strategically driven, while continuously evolving our brand.
The Brand Manager/Senior Graphic Designer engages, inspires and centers the studio around the OLIN brand. The ideal candidate also works hands-on to create and manage design projects from conception through production.
Qualified candidates will be required to provide a portfolio that showcases a breadth of work that includes branding and integrated marketing campaigns.
Role Functions:
• Lead the design and development of all facets of the OLIN brand including but not limited to: influencing creative problem solving sessions; driving and producing imaginative and relevant graphic design for all facets of print and digital objectives
• Collaborate with Director of Marketing to ensure OLIN’s brand remains relevant and that all marketing initiatives support the brand objectives
• Incorporate knowledge of our brand into our marketing efforts and further define/maintain design guidelines
• Work closely with Director of Marketing to clarify strategic approach and communications objectives; ensure that graphic design solutions support the strategy of the studio
• Translate marketing objectives into creative strategies, present and sell to Partners
• Lead the concept development, execution, and presentation on concurrent assignments for multiple marketing initiatives
• Identify external creative resources needed to deliver projects (including: freelancers, contractors, developers, illustrators, etc.)
• Lead the development of new business presentations and case studies, as needed and directed by Director of Marketing
• Provide creative direction and leadership to other creative teams, while mentoring team members and encouraging professional growth
• Continually develop skills and stay on top of new trends in graphic design, technology, strategic marketing, with ability to translate this knowledge into OLIN’s marketing initiatives
Experience:
• 7+ years of senior creative experience, with a broad array of expertise in branding, graphic design, advertising, social media, interactive and digital marketing, video/motion graphics, etc.
• Minimum of four years supervisory experience
• Expert in: InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Microsoft Office.
Flash, HTML, CSS, Video proficiency a plus
• Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Design, Digital Media Design or Interactive Design preferred
• Sophisticated abilities in creative executions, including very strong typography skills, print design, and production methods
• Ability to manage budgets, resources and timelines for multiple projects running simultaneously
• Experience in the Landscape Architecture/Building Architecture/Planning industry a plus