Graphic Designer

About Aura: Build a world where people feel closer to their loved ones every day.  Aura turned the digital frame into a private social network for more authentic, real-world connection between our closest loved ones. Instantly share photos and videos from anywhere in the world to your loved ones' homes through our easy-to-use apps, beautifully displayed on premium Wi-Fi frames.

Aura is the most recommended digital frame by independent reviewers, and the only digital frame recommended by The New York Times Wirecutter. With frames and apps used by millions from around the world, Aura continues to innovate with new products, software features, and new market expansion, fueling profitable growth. 

Job Summary:

We are looking for a Brand Designer to join the Creative Team at Aura. You are a passionate designer who loves collaborating and problem-solving. In this role, you'll shape the brand's visual identity and strategy across all channels. You will work on projects including email, paid social, web, retail, packaging and print.

Key Responsibilities and Expected Outcomes:

• Work as part of in-house creative team to design solutions across all channels: email, commerce, retail, packaging, and print.
• Creative & Detail-Oriented: Passionate about design and creating brands, with a keen eye for detail. You're able to translate complex ideas into simple, engaging visuals. 
• Solid comprehension of growth marketing and DTC; you understand how brands exist and thrive in the digital world brand
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with teams to iterate on creative.
• Agile: you are able to manage multiple projects simultaneously and pivot quickly when needed. 
• Strong written and verbal communication; you can articulate your work and the rationale behind your decisions.
• You are a critical thinker and strategic problem solver.

Required Qualifications:

• 4 to 5 years experience; in-house DTC experience ideal
• Strong portfolio of work showcasing layout, typography, composition, and color usage.
• Expert knowledge of Adobe Creative Cloud and Figma. 
• Proficiency with Google Suite.

Location Requirements:

• In office 3 days a week.

Compensation and Benefits:

At Aura, we believe in creating a happy and supportive work environment so you are set up to succeed in your job and do the best work of your career, whether in person or remotely or both. We have offices in New York City, San Francisco, and Shenzhen, China, and our employees also work remotely across the U.S. and around the world. We offer the following benefits to all full-time Aura employees based in the U.S.:

• Competitive compensation, including an employer-sponsored 401(k) — and we fully match the first 4% of contributions.
• Comprehensive health plans; we pay 100% of the premium for employees and 50% for families
• Generous stock option program; begins vesting after 1 year
• Flexible time off; and you’re required to take at least 10 days in addition to all company holidays
• A monthly fitness allowance of up to $150
• Lunch and snacks and snacks on us everyday in our NYC and SF offices

Compensation: $80,000 - $90,000, commensurate with experience