Brand Designer, Sr.

About Ashton

Ashton values hard work, creativity, and a healthy balance between professional commitments and personal time. The company aims to deliver a high level of service to clients while giving team members opportunities to recharge, both personally and creatively. Employees are encouraged to engage with the world and create work they are proud of.

About the Role

Ashton is seeking a highly creative, concept-driven Senior Designer with deep expertise in brand identity. This role requires strong typographic skills, the ability to develop distinctive brand identities, and experience creating thoughtful, scalable brand systems for a range of clients.

The Senior Designer will lead identity projects from initial concepts through implementation, collaborate with writers, strategists, and designers, and present creative work to clients and stakeholders. The position also involves managing project workflows, maintaining client relationships, and mentoring junior designers.

Location and Work Arrangement

• Fully remote work may be available.
• Candidates based in Maryland, Washington, DC, or Virginia are preferred for occasional in-person meetings and site visits.
• Occasional travel and onsite meetings with clients and stakeholders are required.

Key Responsibilities

• Conceptualize and develop strategic identity projects from concept through implementation across print, digital, and environmental touchpoints.
• Lead and manage project workflows while collaborating with and guiding writers, strategists, and designers.
• Create and present branding concepts and systems to clients and stakeholders.
• Manage client communication, project schedules, and project scope.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, consultants, and internal teams.
• Prepare production-ready files and collaborate with vendors to ensure high-quality execution.
• Document and organize work for Ashton's portfolio and marketing efforts.
• Mentor and support junior designers.

Required Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's or master's degree in graphic design or a related field, or equivalent experience.
• At least 7 years of industry experience, with a focus on brand identity.
• Strong conceptual thinking and presentation skills.
• Experience designing distinctive, high-quality logos and developing complex brand identity systems from the ground up.
• Deep understanding of brand architecture, campaigns, and launches.
• Strong knowledge of typography, hierarchy, and layout.
• Knowledge of production techniques, materials, and specifications.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Ability to manage multiple projects while meeting deadlines and staying within scope.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational and time management skills.

Standout Qualities

• Strong creative and typographic sensibility with exceptional attention to detail.
• Confident communicator with strong presentation and interpersonal skills.
• Proactive, self-directed, and highly organized.
• Ability to work quickly without compromising craftsmanship or accuracy.

Compensation and Benefits

• Salary Range: $65,000–$95,000, with flexibility based on experience and demonstrated skills.
• Comprehensive vacation plans for full-time employees.
• Health insurance for full-time employees.
• 401(k) plans for full-time employees.

Working at Ashton

Ashton aims to balance high-quality client service with opportunities for employees to recharge and pursue personal and creative interests. The company encourages team members to stay engaged with the world and produce work they are proud of.