Position Overview
Mya Kai Creative is looking for a passionate, curious, and motivated Junior Graphic Designer who is eager to grow their creative career in a collaborative agency environment.
As a Junior Graphic Designer, you'll work alongside our Creative Director, Graphic Designers, Account Managers, photographers, videographers, copywriters, and developers to create meaningful work for brands, nonprofits, educational institutions, sports organizations, municipalities, and purpose-driven companies.
This role is designed for someone with a strong design foundation, a willingness to learn, and a passion for creativity. You'll support the development of branding, digital campaigns, social media, print collateral, presentations, websites, environmental graphics, and marketing materials while continuing to build your skills and creative confidence.
If you're excited about learning from experienced creatives, taking on new challenges, and helping create work that moves culture, we'd love to meet you.
Key Responsibilities
Creative Design
- Assist in designing creative solutions across print, digital, social media, branding, presentations, websites, advertising campaigns, environmental graphics, and marketing materials.
- Support senior designers and the Creative Director in developing visual concepts and campaign assets.
- Create layouts, graphics, illustrations, and production-ready artwork.
- Resize, adapt, and prepare creative assets for multiple platforms and formats.
- Assist with brand identity development and visual storytelling.
- Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute creative ideas.
Production & Execution
- Prepare production-ready files for print, digital, and web applications.
- Organize project files and maintain agency design standards.
- Ensure artwork is accurate, properly formatted, and ready for production.
- Assist with print production, digital asset creation, website graphics, presentations, and event materials.
- Help maintain creative libraries, templates, and brand assets.
Team Collaboration
- Collaborate closely with Graphic Designers, Account Managers, photographers, videographers, copywriters, and developers.
- Participate in project kickoffs, creative reviews, and team meetings.
- Accept feedback positively and apply revisions efficiently.
- Support multiple projects while meeting deadlines and maintaining quality.
- Ask questions, seek mentorship, and continuously improve your craft.
Professional Growth
- Stay current on design trends, typography, branding, AI tools, and emerging creative technologies.
- Continue developing technical and creative skills through ongoing learning.
- Build confidence presenting design ideas and explaining creative decisions.
- Contribute to the agency's creative culture through curiosity, collaboration, and innovation.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree (or currently completing a degree) in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, Digital Media, or a related field preferred.
- 0–2 years of professional design experience, internships, or freelance work.
- Strong portfolio demonstrating creativity, typography, layout, branding, and visual communication.
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, including:
- Adobe Illustrator
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe InDesign
- Basic understanding of branding, digital design, and print production.
- Familiarity with Figma and Canva is a plus.
- Basic knowledge of WordPress or Elementor is a plus.
- Strong attention to detail and organization.
- Excellent communication skills and willingness to collaborate.
- Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.
- Positive attitude with a desire to learn and grow.
Preferred Skills
Experience with any of the following is a plus:
- Adobe After Effects
- Adobe Premiere Pro
- Photography or photo editing
- Illustration
- Motion graphics
- Social media content creation
- AI creative tools such as ChatGPT, Adobe Firefly, Midjourney, or similar platforms
Core Competencies
- Creativity
- Visual Storytelling
- Typography
- Layout & Composition
- Branding Fundamentals
- Collaboration
- Communication
- Adaptability
- Time Management
- Organization
- Attention to Detail
- Continuous Learning
Success in This Role Looks Like
- Delivers high-quality creative work while meeting deadlines.
- Demonstrates consistent growth in design skills and creative thinking.
- Receives feedback openly and applies it effectively.
- Collaborates positively with teammates and contributes to a strong creative culture.
- Produces accurate, production-ready files.
- Shows initiative by bringing new ideas and creative solutions to projects.
- Develops the confidence and skills needed to grow into a Graphic Designer role.
Why Join Mya Kai Creative
At Mya Kai Creative, we believe creativity has the power to move culture. We partner with brands, nonprofits, educational institutions, sports organizations, municipalities, and purpose-driven companies to create meaningful work that inspires action and delivers measurable impact.
As an Account Manager, you'll play a key role in building client partnerships, leading award-winning creative projects, and helping shape the future of one of Arizona's fastest-growing independent creative agencies.
Benefits:
Work Location: Remote
