Senior Graphic Designer

About Fair Harbor

Summer is more than a passing season—it’s a sense of ease and freedom that’s threaded throughout our lives all year long. Founded in 2014 by entrepreneur siblings Jake and Caroline Danehy, Fair Harbor embraces that summer feeling and transforms recycled plastic bottles into timeless, ultra-soft apparel for the beach and beyond. By thoughtfully designing for maximum comfort and keeping waste out of the water, Fair Harbor helps you enjoy the places you love while protecting them, too.

Company Culture:

● Fair Harbor Family: We believe in turning our employees and customers into family

● Sustainability: We believe in leaving the world better than we found it and using our products as a platform to promote the mitigation of plastic waste. We regularly engage in company cleanups to spread awareness and educate about the impact of plastic waste

● Fun: We believe in letting loose, enjoying the special moments when we are off duty and building products that help us and our customers enjoy our time to the fullest

● Collaboration: We trust and respect one another, which contributes to our collaborative work environment

What We Offer:

● A creative and inclusive work environment.

● A chance to make a meaningful impact in the sustainable fashion industry.

● Hybrid Workplace: Mondays and Fridays work from home!

● Competitive Compensation

● Opportunities for professional growth and development.

● Advancement Opportunities

● Health and Dental Benefits

● Competitive 401(k) plan

● Unlimited PTO Policy

● Generous Company Holiday policy

Learn more about us at https://www.fairharborclothing.com/pages/our-story-new.

Position Overview:
The Senior Graphic Designer will play a crucial role in developing and executing our brand's visual identity across various platforms. This individual will have a deep understanding of CRM best practices and will use their creativity to engage our audience through compelling, premium design and storytelling. The ideal candidate will be adaptable, have an eye for premium and high quality design, comfortable with animation/video, and experienced in post-shoot production and seasonal creative building workflows.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute innovative graphic designs, with an omnichannel approach, for revenue driving channels including email, social media and marketing (digital and print).
• Collaborate with the marketing team to create engaging brand stories that highlight our innovative, best-selling products and commitment to sustainability.
• Implement CRM best practices to ensure designs align with our customer engagement strategies.
• Adapts quickly and can easily manage multiple tasks at once, changing priorities and quickly pivoting creative based on feedback or shifting company needs.
• Create animations and light video content that enhance our storytelling and brand presence.
• Oversee post-shoot production workflow, ensuring images and videos are edited and optimized for various platforms.
• Work closely with cross-functional teams to maintain brand consistency and elevate our visual identity.
• Stay current with design trends and sustainable practices to inform and inspire our design strategies.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in graphic design, preferably in fashion or sustainable brands.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, After Effects, Premiere Pro) and other design software.
• Proficiency in Figma and Xd. A solid understanding of responsive design principles are essential for this role.
• Strong understanding of CRM systems and best practices.
• Strong digital background (site+paid)
• Proven ability to tell compelling stories through design.
• Experience with animation and video editing is a must.
• Self starter personality, with excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a small team environment.
• Passion for sustainability and premium fashion

How to Apply:
If you’re ready to bring your creativity and passion for sustainable design to our team, please submit your resume, portfolio, and a cover letter explaining why you’d be a great fit for the role.

Fair Harbor Clothing PBC is an equal opportunity employer. We believe that the most effective way to invite and retain a diverse workforce is to build an enduring culture of inclusion and belonging. The Firm does not discriminate in employment because of race, creed, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, citizenship status or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.