Senior Designer (m/f/d)

Permanent employee, Full-time · Köln

HEY YOU!

We are looking for a highly skilled Senior Designer (m/f/d) to join our team. In this role, you will bring your passion for design and creativity to life across various media, leading the visual development of innovative and engaging concepts for global brands. Working closely with cross-functional teams, you will help elevate the creative output, contributing to projects that range from print to digital and motion graphics.

IN THIS ROLE YOU WILL

Develop and execute creative concepts across multiple platforms, including print, digital media, advertising, and branding projects.
Lead the design process from initial ideation to final execution, ensuring high-quality deliverables that align with brand guidelines and strategic objectives.
Collaborate closely with Creative Directors, Account Managers, and other departments to ensure a seamless workflow and integrated approach.
Manage multiple projects simultaneously, balancing creativity with technical precision and adhering to timelines and budgets.
Create compelling, high-quality visuals, layouts, and presentations that communicate effectively and resonate with target audiences.
Stay up to date with design trends, new tools, and industry innovations to continually push the creative boundaries.
Guide and mentor the design team, including junior designers, ensuring smooth workflows and maintaining high standards of creative output.

TO SUCCEED YOU NEED

Advanced skills in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Figma) and other relevant design tools.
Location in the Cologne catchment area or willingness to move there.
Experience with 3D design software like Blender, Cinema 4D, or other tools, with the ability to create animations or 3D mock-ups.
A strong portfolio showcasing your creative vision, technical expertise, and ability to create visually impactful designs.
Strong conceptual and design skills, with an ability to think strategically and execute with attention to detail.
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to articulate design decisions effectively.

EVEN BETTER IF

A passion for Esports and gaming is a bonus, but we’re happy to support and nurture your interest if you’re new to the scene.

YOU WILL BE HAPPY WITH

Scale-up atmosphere: exciting projects with plenty of creative freedom and an environment in which everyone can thrive
Urban Sports Club membership: We support your health with a USC membership M for 9.90 euros and L for 49.90 euros
nilo.health: We invest in your mental health and personal development with our nilo.health tool with access to psychological counseling sessions and various training formats
Vacation: We value your recovery with 30 days of vacation for full-time employees as well as additional days off at Christmas, New Year's Eve and, for Cologne's carnival enthusiasts, Rose Monday.
Wednesday Lunch: Every Wednesday your lunch in the office is on us
Refreshments in the office: Enjoy a selection of drinks and (in summer) ice cream in the office
Company parties at any time of the year: Time together is important to us - celebrate with us at the spring, summer, fall and winter parties at various locations in Cologne
Corporate benefits: Benefit from discount codes for various brands in the areas of fashion, travel, electronics, furniture, etc.
Company pension scheme: Get advice and insurancefor your future
Flexible trust-based working hours: Find the right work-life balance for you with core working hours from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. and compensation days for your overtime.

AND NOW?

We firmly believe that the best ideas come from a diverse mix of perspectives, which is why we welcome everyone! Regardless of gender, age, sexual orientation, ethnicity, religion or whether you have a disability - we look forward to receiving your application.

Would you like to set off on the rocket with us? Then let's go, we look forward to receiving your application!

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About us

build a rocket is a consulting agency that specializes in the implementation, planning and conception of projects, strategies and campaigns in the Esports segment.

We support our clients and partners in the realization of creative solutions that are always authentic and effective at the same time.

The company was founded in 2016 by Alexander Albrecht and Tobias Heim. Our team operates from an office in the heart of Cologne's Ehrenfeld district. We have been part of the Sportfive family since 2021.

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Your application!

We are excited that you are interested in becoming a part of build a rocket! Please upload your application using this form. A cover letter is not a must, nevertheless we are happy about a short outline of your motivation :-) If you have any difficulties uploading your application, please contact people@buildarocket.com.