The Home Depot

Senior Designer, Creative

The Home Depot$75K — $95K *
Retail & Consumer Goods
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Undergraduate degree in design or related field.
  • 5+ years of professional design experience, ideally in digital marketing, retail or advertising.
  • Proficient in design tools Figma, Adobe CS; knowledge of After Effects a plus.
  • Experience with dynamic content optimization and campaign platforms.
  • Familiarity with digital design systems and UX design principles.
  • Strong portfolio showcasing omnichannel digital campaigns and assets.
  • Ability to articulate creative ideas clearly to diverse audiences.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborates cross-functionally with stakeholders to drive brand-centric results.
  • Creates design concepts and high-quality layouts using independent creative thought.
  • Engages in strategic discussions to improve outputs and drive innovation in design.
  • Mentors junior designers and shares best practices to elevate team performance.
  • Streamlines work processes to meet project needs effectively.

Benefits

  • Flexible working conditions with comfortable indoor spaces.
  • Opportunities for professional growth through mentorship.
  • Engagement with creative team activities and learning opportunities.
  • Minimal travel requirements, typically 5% to 20%.
Full Job Description
Position Purpose:

The Sr. Designer, Creative Marketing designs marketing assets for a wide variety of channels across a broad range of platforms and media. This role utilizes brand-minded thinking and expertise in understanding systems and applying brand principles to the work. The Sr. Designer, Creative Marketing demonstrates a mastery of the foundational skills of design and strategic thinking to produce the high quality design solutions within time constraints. This role will partner with and inspire other creatives associates, providing mentorship and guidance as well as creative feedback to designers.

Key Responsibilities:
  • 20% - Collaborates with Partners - Partner cross functionally and with key stakeholders, display situational adaptability and is able to step in and drive change to deliver more customer and brand-centric results; Streamlines work process and builds design solutions to meet project needs
  • 70% - Design - Uses independent creative thought and technics to create design concepts, layouts, comps, moodboard/whiteboard explorations and production as assigned. Utilize design tools and systems to provide high-quality work within prescribed deadlines; Engage in strategic discussions and share expertise to improve work outputs as well as drive innovation. Utilizes independent judgement to proactively solve problems
  • 10% - Mentorship - Provide guidance and support to designers; frequent contributor to broader team activities and learning engagements; Stays current with and shares best practices to help elevate the team; Provides creative feedback to designers

Direct Manager/Direct Reports:
  • This Position typically reports to the Manager, Creative
  • This position has 0 Direct Reports


Travel Requirements:
  • Typically requires overnight travel 5% to 20% of the time.

Physical Requirements:
  • Most of the time is spent sitting in a comfortable position and there is frequent opportunity to move about. On rare occasions, there may be a need to move or lift light articles.

Working Conditions:
  • Located in a comfortable indoor area. Any unpleasant conditions would be infrequent and not objectionable.

Minimum Qualifications:
  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • Must be legally permitted to work in the United States

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Undergraduate education in design
  • 5+ years' professional design experience working in digital marketing, retail industry or advertising agency preferred
  • Expertise in current and relevant design tools like Figma and Adobe CS, animation tools like After Effects a plus
  • Experience with DCO and campaign platforms as well as content management systems
  • Experience working with digital design systems and knowledge of UX design principles and methodologies
  • Ability to present a diverse portfolio that exemplifies experience developing omnichannel digital campaigns, assets and content while consistently building up a brand
  • Knowledge of photo sourcing, photo editing and custom photography production
  • Ability to articulate and present creative ideas to a variety of audiences
  • Demonstrated passion for design and eagerness to collaborate with other creative team members
  • Mature appreciation for the balance between creative design and business objectives
  • Expertise in current and relevant design tools like Figma and Adobe CS, video editing & animation tools such as Adobe Premiere & After Effects a plus

Minimum Education:
  • The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a bachelor's degree program or equivalent degree in a field of study related to the job.

Preferred Education:
  • No additional education

Minimum Years of Work Experience:
  • 5

Preferred Years of Work Experience:
  • No additional years of experience

Minimum Leadership Experience:
  • No previous leadership experience

Preferred Leadership Experience:
  • No previous leadership experience

Certifications:
  • None

Competencies:
  • Action Oriented
  • Collaborates
  • Drives Engagement
  • Communicates Effectively
  • Customer Focus
  • Drives Results

About The Home Depot

The Home Depot is a home improvement retailing company that combines its physical stores with an online presence to provide customers with innovative products at great value. The company specializes in the fields of retail, home improvement, and customer service. The Home Depot was founded in 1978 and is headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia.

The Home Depot Careers

Join the vibrant team at The Home Depot, the largest home improvement retailer in the U.S., where your career can flourish in an environment ripe with opportunities for growth and innovation. As a market leader, The Home Depot offers a variety of job opportunities that allow professionals to thrive in a culture that values leadership, diversity, and professional development. Work You’ll Do At The Home Depot, you’ll be part of a team that’s committed to helping homeowners, builders, and do-it-yourselfers bring their visions to life. Our extensive range of job opportunities spans from store operations to supply chain management, from IT to marketing. No matter where you start, you’ll be doing work that matters, impacting our customers' lives and experiences. Transform Your Career Step into a role within The Home Depot and join a network of over 400,000 associates who are as passionate about building their careers as they are about helping our customers. Leadership at The Home Depot means continuous improvement, embracing diversity, and fostering a culture of inclusion and respect that makes us stronger. Innovate with Us Innovation isn’t just a buzzword at The Home Depot; it’s the backbone of how we do business. We are constantly seeking out new technologies and tools to improve every aspect of our operations, from logistics to customer service. Join us, and bring your unique perspective and skills to a team that’s setting the standard for excellence in the retail industry. Grow and Develop The Home Depot is committed to the growth and development of its associates through robust training programs, leadership workshops, and opportunities for advancement. Whether you’re looking for a part-time position or a full-time career, The Home Depot nurtures your professional growth every step of the way. Internship Programs Dive into the professional world through The Home Depot’s internship programs, which offer a dynamic environment to gain hands-on experience and develop critical skills in various business areas. Our internships provide a platform to connect with leaders and peers, enhancing your resume and preparing you for future employment. Benefits and Culture Choosing to start your career at The Home Depot means more than just securing a job. It means you gain access to unparalleled benefits that support your life and well-being, from health insurance to educational assistance. Our commitment to employees is reflected in our open, supportive culture where everyone’s voice is heard, and every team member’s contribution is valued. Join Our Team Ready to take the next step in your career? Explore the wide range of positions available at The Home Depot, where we’re hiring passionate, curious, and innovative team players. Search open positions that match your skills and interests on our Jobs page. Stay Connected Keep up to date with the latest career tips, company news, and industry insights—all from the people who work here. Subscribe to our Careers Blog and personalize your subscription to receive updates that align with your career interests and goals. At The Home Depot, we don’t just offer jobs—we offer careers that make a difference. Join us, and be a part of something bigger as we continue to invest in your future and our shared success.
Learn more about The Home Depot
Size
490,600 employees
Market Cap
$323 billion
Industry
Net Income
$12.8 billion
Founded
1978
5 Year Trend
+9.8%
Revenue
$132.1 billion
NASDAQ

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