Senior Graphic Designer

As a Senior Graphic Designer at Terra, your primary responsibilities include translating client briefs and project scopes into compelling design solutions. You’ll create a variety of deliverables like social media graphics, digital ads, presentations, and more. Moreover, you'll collaborate with project leads and other designers on branding projects, guide internal reviews, and articulate your design choices during client presentations.

To be considered for the Senior Graphic Designer position at Terra, you should have 5+ years of professional experience in graphic design, preferably in an agency setting. Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite—especially Illustrator, InDesign, and Photoshop—is essential, along with a working knowledge of motion design tools like After Effects or Premiere Pro. Attention to detail, strong communication skills, and the ability to work collaboratively are also vital.

At Terra, the work culture is centered around collaboration, creativity, and professional growth. As a Senior Graphic Designer, you’ll be part of a tight-knit team that values open feedback and encourages innovation. We believe in maintaining a healthy work-life balance and offer opportunities for professional development, making sure our designers feel supported and engaged.

The salary range for a Senior Graphic Designer at Terra is between $80,000 to $90,000 annually. This competitive compensation reflects the level of expertise and contribution expected from candidates, as well as our commitment to recognizing the value of our creative team members.

As a Senior Graphic Designer at Terra, you will work on a diverse array of projects, including branding initiatives, logo designs, social media content, digital advertisements, presentations, and event collateral. This variety enables you to showcase your creative talents while addressing a wide range of client needs.

When discussing your design process, emphasize your ability to analyze client briefs, research industry trends, and brainstorm creative ideas. Highlight how you incorporate client feedback into your designs and how collaboration with other team members enriches the final output.

It’s important to approach constructive criticism with an open mind. Discuss how you view feedback as an opportunity to improve and refine your work. Share examples of how you’ve incorporated feedback in the past to enhance your designs and demonstrate your growth as a designer.

Describe the project management tools and design software you utilize to keep your work organized, such as Trello, Asana, or Adobe Creative Cloud. Emphasize your ability to prioritize tasks based on urgency and the importance of clear communication with your team to manage timelines effectively.

Explain your methods for staying current with design trends, such as following industry leaders on social media, participating in webinars, or attending design conferences. Discuss how you apply these insights to your work at Terra, ensuring your designs are not only fresh but also relevant.

Discuss how collaboration is essential for creating impactful designs. Share examples of past experiences where working closely with project leads or colleagues helped to elevate a project. Stress that collaboration fosters creativity and can lead to innovative solutions that benefit the client.

Indicate your strategies for managing tight deadlines, such as prioritization and effective time management. Talk about your ability to remain calm under pressure and how you ensure quality work without compromising creativity, illustrating with examples from previous roles.

When asked about a successful project, be prepared to share specific details about the project’s goals, your role, and the outcome. Highlight the impact your design had on client satisfaction or project success, as well as any measurable data that showcases your success.

Explain your process for understanding and interpreting a brand's identity, including reviewing brand guidelines, conducting thorough research, and engaging in communication with the client. Discuss the importance of consistency in design and how you ensure all deliverables reflect the brand's values.

Share your proficiency with various design software tools, emphasizing Adobe Creative Suite and any additional tools you may use, like Figma or Sketch. Highlight any experience you have with motion design tools, explaining how you apply these skills to enhance your design work.

Describe your approach to mentoring junior designers, focusing on providing constructive feedback, fostering their creative growth, and encouraging open dialogue. Share examples of how you’ve mentored others in the past, and explain how you can cultivate a supportive environment at Terra.