Email Designer

See's Candy Shops, Inc.

$90K — $105K *
Media
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Design, Art, or related field or equivalent experience
  • 3+ years of design experience focusing on email in retail, brand, or agency settings
  • Strong digital design portfolio, especially in email with attention to typography and layout
  • Understanding of email marketing best practices and responsive design
  • Proficient in UX/UI design for both desktop and mobile
  • Advanced skills in Figma and Adobe Creative Suite; basics of animation/GIF creation a plus
  • Familiarity with HTML/CSS related to email and knowledge of ESPs and CRM platforms preferred

Responsibilities

  • Develop creative and on-brand email designs, adhering to brand standards
  • Translate creative briefs into effective designs balancing storytelling and business goals
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure responsive and accessible emails
  • Support A/B testing efforts by creating layout and visual variations to enhance performance
  • Contribute to broader marketing initiatives across various digital platforms
  • Commit to the company's core principles and demonstrate a commitment to diversity and inclusion

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical benefits
  • 401(k) eligibility
  • Generous paid time off including vacations and sick leave
  • Parental leave provided
  • Stable and supportive work environment with a culture of collaboration
Full Job Description
Job Description Summary:
Position Objective:
Concept and execute visually compelling, performance-driven email campaigns that support marketing strategy and brand vision across channels. This role is focused on delivering high-quality email creative-from concept through production-while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to ensure accuracy, consistency, and optimal performance.

The pay range for this position is expected to be $90,000 - $105,000 annually; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Job Description:

Job Responsibilities

  • Develop on-brand creative for a variety of marketing and transactional email communications, ensuring consistency with brand standards and adherence to email design best practices.


  • Translate creative briefs into effective email designs that balance visual storytelling, UX principles, and business objectives. Apply established templates, design systems, and workflows to maintain efficiency and scalability across campaigns.


  • Collaborate with marketing, e-commerce, and development teams to ensure emails are responsive, accessible, and optimized across devices and platforms. Incorporate feedback from stakeholders and iterate on designs to meet business and creative goals.


  • Support A/B testing initiatives by developing variations of layouts, messaging, and visuals to optimize performance metrics such as click-through and conversion rates.


  • Contribute to broader 360° marketing initiatives, including ecommerce assets, paid and organic social, and other digital touchpoints as needed.


  • All See's staff must be committed to the company's core principles and workplace values, including a demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion.


Candidate Profile

  • Bachelor's degree in Design, Art, or a related field (or equivalent experience).


  • 3+ years of design experience in an in-house retail, brand, or agency environment, with a strong focus on email design.


  • A portfolio showcasing strong digital design skills, particularly in email, including typography, layout, and responsive design.


  • Solid understanding of email marketing best practices, including responsive design, accessibility, and deliverability considerations.


  • Proficiency in UX/UI principles and designing for both desktop and mobile experiences.


  • Advanced proficiency in Figma and Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat); basic animation/GIF creation skills a plus.


  • Working knowledge of HTML and CSS as it relates to email design; familiarity with Email Service Providers (ESPs) and CRM platforms preferred.


  • Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management skills; ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.


  • Collaborative mindset with strong communication skills and the ability to take direction and incorporate feedback effectively.


  • Self-motivated, adaptable, and solutions-oriented with a positive approach to working in a dynamic environment.


  • Proficiency in Mac OS and common business tools (Excel, Google Workspace, PowerPoint); experience with project management tools a plus.


The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, in addition to a full range of generous medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an "at-will position" and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

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