Head of Design and Marketing (EXP REQ)

About Us: Meridian is a trendy, forward-thinking furniture manufacturer, and one of the fastest-growing furniture brands in the US. We produce stylish & well made furniture that can be delivered right to your doorstep, all at an unbeatable price. We are dedicated to providing high-quality products and exceptional service. Job Summary We are seeking a highly creative and visionary Head of Design & Marketing to lead our design and marketing teams. The ideal candidate will be responsible for developing and executing innovative concepts that align with our brand's vision and objectives. This role requires a blend of artistic talent, strategic thinking, and leadership skills to inspire and guide a team of designers, copywriters, and other creative professionals. Responsibilities • Lead the creative process from concept to execution across various projects, ensuring alignment with brand identity. • Mange and work directly with an in-house team of 2 as well as a team of multiple freelance professionals assisting in the day to day tasks. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams including marketing, product development, and sales to create cohesive campaigns and marketing materials. • Oversee the development and editing of visual assets including product imagery, 3D Models, lifestyle renderings, and videos. • Manage thousands of image files in an efficient and organized manner. • Have strong people management and leadership skills in order to hire, develop, and inspire the creative team. • Manage product copywrite ensuring all key words and details are included. • Leading social media strategy across platforms such as Instagram, TikTok, Facebook, Pinterest and others. • Manage email blast templates and marketing materials. • Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies to keep the brand at the forefront of creativity. • Ensure that all of the organization’s or client’s creative output/visuals are consistent with the overall brand. • Present ideas and concepts to executives, articulating the rationale behind creative decisions and long term goal. • Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines and maintaining high-quality standards. • Design Systems and Process Improvement while following design guidelines to ensure consistency. Qualifications • Proven experience as a Senior Graphic Designer or in portfolio showcasing a range of creative projects across various media. • Excellent leadership skills with the ability to inspire and motivate a diverse team as well as efficiently stay on top and managing peer workloads. • Proficiency in design software such as Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) as well as experience in 3D software (Blender or others). • Experience in home industry is a big plus, Furniture specifically even more so. • Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written. • Strong understanding of branding principles and marketing strategies. • Ability to think critically and solve problems creatively. When the answer isn’t given to you, you must be able to find your own • Strong attention to detail and file organization skills • A degree in Graphic Design, Fine Arts, Marketing, or a related field is preferred but not mandatory. If you are passionate about creativity and looking for an opportunity to make a significant impact within our organization, we encourage you to apply for this exciting role as Senior Graphic Designer. Design Director VP Design Design Lead Chief creative officer head of creative VP marketing chief marketing officer director of marketing SVP marketing marketing manager Job Type: Full-time Pay: $75,000.00 - $90,000.00 per year Benefits: • 401(k) • 401(k) matching • Dental insurance • Employee discount • Flexible spending account • Health insurance • Health savings account • Life insurance • Paid time off • Referral program • Retirement plan • Vision insurance Experience: • Marketing: 5 years (Required) • Graphic design: 10 years (Required) Language: • English (Required) Location: • Brooklyn, NY 11230 (Preferred) Ability to Commute: • Brooklyn, NY 11230 (Required) Work Location: In person