Graphic Designer

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As the Graphic Designer, you will be a part of the core team responsible for shaping the visual aesthetic for a new disruptor brand built for today’s woman.

In a hyper-competitive category, we aspire to create breakthrough work that provokes a new way of how women think. We’re seeking a designer that can get emotionally invested in building a brand that moves the industry forward, speaking in a real way to today’s woman.

We have started to lay the groundwork for what this brand can be and where it can go. Now we seek a talented Graphic Designer who is excited to bring this vision to life with us and build a brand that is both fresh and substantive.

You will be a part of a team that is developing breakthrough brand narratives that help introduce us to the world and create a deep relationship with our consumer, bringing these stories to life through advertising, digital and physical touchpoints.

About the Role

Coming in from the beginning, the Graphic Designer will work alongside the Head of Creative & Communications to establish and reinforce the brand’s visual language. This role will be a central member of our new creative team, working across a variety of visual assets and content ranging from paid, digital, and social posts, to brand presentations and physical/digital pop up experiences. 

The ideal candidate will come into this role with a passion for visual storytelling with exceptional skills in typography, layout design, and visual communication. 

What you will accomplish:

  • Working within the Creative Team, and partnering cross-functionally, on projects big and small — establishing trust along the way
  • Immersing yourself in the existing brand style guide and creating expanded medium specific creative guidelines and a broader visual toolkit, ensuring consistent application of the brand internally and externally
  • Creating visual concepts and creative solutions for a variety of brand marketing scenarios in collaboration with PR, Social Media, Brand, and Retail teams
  • Understanding and implementing a cohesive look and feel across all channels, incl:
    • Brand storytelling and social media content 
    • Performance marketing: DR ads (interactive/static/animated), emails, etc.
    • Motion assets including light video editing, gifs, and animations
    • Website landing pages, content, and assets 
    • Print collateral such as shipper materials, direct mail, retail POS, etc.
    • Presentations and assets to support the business needs
    • Design for offline/experiential brand activations
  • Leading design projects from end-to-end — from early-stage brainstorming and concept development through to go-live execution 
  • Translating key consumer insights into compelling visuals for paid and owned channels in an iterative but thoughtful manner
  • Driving the planning, execution, and post-production of in-house photoshoots
  • Briefing and collaborating with internal and external creative agencies/partners to develop campaigns, video assets, packaging, etc.

This should describe you:

Best in class designer

  • You have impeccable taste and a strong aesthetic point of view 
  • You are technically skilled as a designer, able to flex across both digital and print, with strong strong layout skills and typography work and some experience retouching, art directing, developing motion graphics for paid/social, printed matter, and more
  • You have a meticulous eye and obsessive attention to detail
  • Have proven experience designing visually compelling assets for brands that will live across a variety of owned and paid channels 
  • When presenting work to internal and external stakeholders, you should be able to address questions, concerns, and critique in a clear, confident way and be able to pivot quickly based on feedback
  • Have a savviness for social media and a proven track record developing strong content and assets for social, with specific experience in Instagram, Tiktok, and YouTube
  • Have a deep understanding of ongoing visual and social media trends

Strategic creative thinker  

  • You think outside the box, developing big creative ideas, that are grounded in the business needs and consumer insights 
  • Have experience and value engaging with channel owners to learn how to maximize the performance of your work and demonstrating those learnings where and when it’s applicable
  • Thoughtfully and effectively approach creative projects to ensure you are maximizing your time, assets/resources, and creative budget 

Consumer-minded 

  • You are passionate for developing with a female-first perspective
  • Have an interest in women’s wellness and the beauty landscape
  • You immerse yourself in customer insights and actively develop a strong understanding of who she is 
  • You approach projects with a “is this the best we can do for our customer” mindset 
  • You design with the customer’s preferences, interest, and aesthetic top of mind 
  • You maintain a finger on the pulse culturally to inform your work

Self-motivated & collaborative partner

  • You are resourceful, take initiative, and comfortable in a fast-paced startup environment. 
  • You are able to work under tight deadlines while juggling several projects and adapt to change
  • You thrive in a collaborative environment and are able to work with creative and non-creative partners and stakeholders
  • Comfortable receiving and providing feedback 
  • Approach projects, big and small, with equal enthusiasm and passion

Here's who they will work with: 

  • Reporting to Head of Creative & Communications
  • Work within the Creative & Comms Team 
  • Collaborate with Digital Product & Performance Marketing Teams; as well as Harry’s Inc Design & Retail teams 

Focus

  • 20% Digital — campaign / DR ads / email / motion & video / etc.
  • 20% Social — assets and content for Instagram / TikTok / YouTube, etc.
  • 15% Concepting — ideating for campaigns / launches / specialty needs, etc.
  • 15% Art Direction & Photography — briefing / shooting internal assets / light retouching (as needed), etc.
  • 15% Print — print collateral / direct mail / specialty packaging / offline, etc.
  • 15% Retail — in-store marketing materials / presentations / line sheets, etc. 

Qualifications

  • 4+ years industry experience in a Graphic Design role; DTC eCommerce experience is a plus
  • Current portfolio of self-created work showcasing strong technical design skills with an emphasis on strong layout design and typographic skills for creative marketing campaigns and assets 
  • Fluent in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator); After Effects for light motion graphics, strongly preferred. Figma is a plus
  • Some illustration and/or animation skills 
  • Some experience with Art Direction for photography/video 
  • Understanding of image manipulation and photo editing.


Harry’s Inc. started in 2013 with simple, fairly priced products that delivered an amazing experience to guys every day. Since then, Harry’s expanded to the UK, developed relationships with retailers such as Target and Walmart, expanded our grooming brand into a personal care powerhouse, and launched a women’s brand called Flamingo.

The key to our success? Our amazing people. From chemists, mechanical engineers, CX associates, to creative directors, sourcing managers, and logistics specialists, Harry’s team is comprised of some of the most brilliant, diverse, and humble people you’ll ever meet.

Our brands answer unmet consumer needs, but our company is a place of inclusion and innovation that attracts some of the brightest minds across industries, geographies, and backgrounds. Whether we have a team of 3 or 300, our core values and our startup mentality remain; we value continuous improvement and learning, teamwork and collaboration, creative problem solving, and open and direct dialogue and feedback. Come for the coffee and free products, stay for the amazing, passionate culture.


Harry’s is committed to bringing together individuals from different backgrounds and perspectives. We strive to create an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive, feel a sense of belonging, and do great work together.

Harry’s is an Equal Opportunity Employer, providing equal employment and advancement opportunities to all individuals. We recruit, hire and promote into all job levels the most qualified applicants without regard to race, color, creed, national origin, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions), parental status, age, disability, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran status, gender identity or expression, transgender status, sexual orientation, marital, family or partnership status, political affiliation or activities, military service, domestic violence victim status, arrest/conviction record, sexual or reproductive health decisions, caregiver status, credit history immigration status, unemployment status, traits historically associated with race, including but not limited to hair texture and protective hairstyles or any other status protected under applicable federal, state and local laws. Harry’s commitment to providing equal employment opportunities extends to all aspects of employment, including job assignment, compensation, discipline and access to benefits and training.

We respect the laws enforced by the EEOC and are dedicated to going above and beyond in fostering diversity across our company.

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Location

Usually you will find us in SoHo (NYC) or Covent Gardens (London)! Both office locations are easy to get to and have lots of fun restaurants, bars, and shopping nearby.

An Insider's view of Harry's Inc.

What are some social events your company does?

I thrive at Harry’s because we have programs that support all of me as a black gay man. From leading our LGBTQIA+ ERG to cultural events like our annual Juneteenth celebration, I feel heard and seen in intentional ways.

Darren

CX Manager, Flamingo

What kinds of technical challenges do you and your team face?

As Harry's expands beyond razors, we are focused on building a platform that can support multiple brands, which is transforming our technical infrastructure. We're also collaborating with our data analytics team to better understand our customers, both present and future, and serve personalized and curated experiences to them.

Natalie

Software Engineer

What makes someone successful on your team?

Passion, creativity, and thoughtfulness—with a splash of silliness. You have to be willing to move quickly, test-learn, and be different (even if we fail sometimes)

Nicole

Head of Creative and Communications

How do you make yourself accessible to the rest of the team?

Each week my co-founder & I speak at our all-hands meeting, allowing us to openly share what’s on our minds. We host Q&As, Fireside Chats, Lunch N’ Learns, & I co-sponsor our Women’s Employee Resource Group, where I work with folks at all levels within the company.

Andy

Co-Founder & Co-CEO

How do your team's ideas influence the company's direction?

The People Team works to build and sustain a values-driven work culture that is centered around our employees by being progressive, fair and inclusive, and steeped in learning and development. We design and run thoughtful, people-first benefits and processes. We invest in our people's growth.

Nate

Executive Assistant to CPO and Head of DE&I

What are Harry's Inc. Perks + Benefits

Harry's Inc. Benefits Overview

We’re committed to providing our team with benefits that enhance their mental, physical, and overall well-being. Everyone has different needs, but we are happy to have benefits such as medical, dental, vision, FSA, as well as a 401K, access to Eden Health, and a quarterly wellness reimbursement. That's not to mention our bountiful snacks and catered lunch and breakfast once a week, in addition to free products from all of our brands!

Culture
Volunteer in local community
We participate in local events such as charitable races and local school events!
Partners with nonprofits
Every year, we set aside 1% of our sales to donate to charitable organizations that share our ambition to bring quality mental health care to men everywhere.
Open door policy
OKR operational model
Team based strategic planning
Pair programming
Open office floor plan
Employee resource groups
Employee-led culture committees
Quarterly engagement surveys
Hybrid work model
In-person all-hands meetings
Flexible work schedule
Remote work program
Diversity
Dedicated diversity and inclusion staff
Highly diverse management team
Our management team is a representation of our staff! We have a VP and C-Suite that is comprised of 50% women, and have hired from underrepresented communities throughout the leadership group.
Mandated unconscious bias training
We partner with Paradigm to deliver yearly unconscious bias training, and supplement with the People team's own efforts.
Diversity manifesto
Diversity employee resource groups
The Advocates, African Ancestry Collective, All Equals Women's Group, DNA (People of Color at Harry's), Fuerza Latina, and Pride at Harry's
Hiring practices that promote diversity
Health Insurance & Wellness Benefits
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Our FSAs are designed to stretch your dollars farther. These accounts trim off as much as 30% from your health care or dependent care costs because the money you put into an FSA comes out pre-tax.
Disability insurance
Harry's automatically provides a certain level of coverage for you, plus you have the option to purchase additional insurance for yourself and your dependents.
Dental insurance
We have two plans, one Standard and one Enhanced, with both plans covering preventative care at no cost.
Vision insurance
Our vision plan has Warby Parker as an in network provider!
Health insurance
We have three health plans based on your needs with varying deductibles, and no-to-moderate premium costs.
Life insurance
Wellness programs
We offer a variety of benefits - access to Eden Health, a Wellness Reimbursement Program, and a new fitness reimbursement program through our new medical provider.
Team workouts
Mental health benefits
Online and In-Person Mental Health resources, as well as Company wide mental health days!
Transgender health care benefits
Wellness days
Abortion travel benefits
Financial & Retirement
401(K)
401(K) matching
Harry's provides our 401K through Betterment. We match 2% of contributions up to 4% of an employee's annual salary.
Company equity
Every employee is offered a standard welcome grant of equity based on their level, with vesting over a 4 year period. Additionally, we have annual continuation grant bonus programs!
Pay transparency
Child Care & Parental Leave Benefits
Generous parental leave
We offer 16 weeks of paid leave for all new parents, which applies to birth, adoption, and all paths to parenthood.
Family medical leave
Return-to-work program post parental leave
Fertility benefits
Vacation & Time Off Benefits
Unlimited vacation policy
Generous PTO
"My Time" - a flexible time-off policy that includes vacation, sick, and personal time. Additionally, we offer 16 weeks of paid parental leave, plus four weeks of customized re-boarding
Paid volunteer time
You have the opportunity to volunteer up to five full days per year. We also set aside 1% of sales to go back to charitable organizations and causes.
Sabbatical
A four-week, fully paid sabbatical after five years at Harry's. Unplug, unwind, and come back refreshed and ready to tackle the next big challenge.
Paid holidays
10 company-paid holidays per year.
Paid sick days
Flexible time off
Bereavement leave benefits
Company-wide vacation
Office Perks
Commuter benefits
We offer pre-tax commuter benefits through WageWorks.
Company-sponsored outings
Harry's has an annual company-wide offsite, holiday party, and other celebrations based on our big milestones!
Free snacks and drinks
Other snacks and drinks are provided, not to mention cold brew on tap.
Some meals provided
We provide catered breakfast every Wednesday before our company-wide Team Meeting, and catered lunch every Thursday.
Company-sponsored happy hours
Join the #happyhours slack channel to plan the next casual outing!
Pet friendly
Harry's pet policy is dog-friendly daily.
Relocation assistance
Fitness stipend
We give $150 a quarter towards health and wellness.
Home-office stipend for remote employees
Mother's room
Professional Development Benefits
Job training & conferences
Lunch and learns
Our CEO's Jeff and Andy host quarterly AMAs during lunch! In addition, other teams will share out what they're working on as various share-outs, beer & learns, and lunch & learns.
Promote from within
Mentorship program
Continuing education stipend
We have an incredible L&D program that allows you to use a yearly stipend for continuing education or other L&D-related expenses.
Continuing education available during work hours
We recently instituted "Grow Forth Friday" - a 2-hour block with internal and external learning opportunities offered.
Customized development tracks

Additional Perks + Benefits

The best thing about Harry's is we're constantly improving based on employee feedback. Our employee engagement survey, plus consistent feedback loops with our employees means that every year we are getting better and better. In 2019 we implemented a 401k match, more transparent People processes, an L&D stipend, and much more!

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