Senior Graphic Designer

Company Overview Poetic is a leading technology and strategic creative agency, based in Houston, Texas. The full service marketing agency leverages deep expertise in website and application development, branding, design, digital marketing, and project management to build mission-focused strategies that propel businesses ahead of their competition. Poetic believes fearless innovation guided by integrity yields tangible results for its partners, employees, and communities. What sets our agency apart is our unwavering commitment to excellence and our relentless pursuit of becoming the best in the industry. We are on a constant mission of self-improvement, always striving to exceed expectations and redefine what is possible in digital marketing. If you're ready to be part of an agency that thrives on innovation, continuous improvement, and a relentless pursuit of excellence, we can't wait to hear from you. Together, we'll shape the future of digital marketing and make a lasting impact on the success of our partners' businesses. Senior Graphic Designer Poetic is seeking a Senior Brand Designer who brings a strong point of view, a sharp eye, and a deep understanding of how brands come to life across various marketing environments. This role is for a designer who thinks beyond the brief - someone who can translate strategy into thoughtful, well-crafted design systems and bring them to life across digital and physical touchpoints. You'll partner closely with the Art Director and cross-functional teams of web designers, production-level designers, and project managers to develop concepts, refine direction, and execute high-quality creative work that is both visually compelling and strategically aligned. This is a hands-on role with a high level of ownership. It's ideal for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys balancing concept development with execution. Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Lead design work from concept through execution across branding, collateral, and digital applications
• Translate creative briefs and strategic direction into thoughtful, on-brand visual systems
• Develop stylescapes, moodboards, and brand explorations that clearly communicate creative direction
• Execute logo design, brand identity systems, and supporting collateral with a high level of craft
• Collaborate with internal teams to ensure alignment across brand, marketing, and web experiences
• Present work internally and to clients, articulating design decisions with clarity and confidence
• Apply feedback thoughtfully while maintaining the integrity of the creative direction
• Support quality control across deliverables to ensure consistency and adherence to brand standards
• Contribute to the evolution of Poetic's creative output through new ideas, references, and design exploration
• Mentor and support junior designers, providing guidance and feedback to elevate team output

Education & Experience

• Strong conceptual thinking and the ability to connect strategy to design
• A refined design sensibility with attention to typography, color, and layout systems
• Experience building brands from the ground up, including identity systems and visual frameworks
• Confidence in presenting and discussing creative work with both internal teams and clients
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a deadline-driven environment
• Comfort working independently while collaborating closely with a broader team
• Thoughtful approach to feedback, iteration, and creative problem-solving
• A proactive, solutions-oriented mindset
• A flexible acknowledgement of the ever-changing needs of both agency and real-estate sectors as it relates to workflows, trends, and prioritization of tasks
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign)
• Experience working across both print and digital formats
• Familiarity with Figma, Webflow, or similar tools is a plus
• 5–8+ years of professional design experience is preferred
• Background in real estate, branding, agency, or multi-client environments preferred
• Portfolio demonstrating strong conceptual thinking and execution across a range of brand applications

This job description should not be considered all-inclusive. It is merely a guide of expected duties. The employee understands that the job description is neither complete nor permanent and may be modified at any time. At the request of their supervisor, an employee may be asked to perform additional duties or take on additional responsibilities without notice. This is a safety-sensitive position and may be subject to additional compliance requirements. Poetic is required by law to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This compensation range is specific to the remote nature of this position and includes the range of factors considered in making compensation decisions including but not limited to skill sets; experience and training; certifications; etc. We would not anticipate that the individual hired into this role would be near the top end of the compensation range, but that decision will be dependent on the facts associated with each specific individual's relevant experience for the role.  A reasonable estimate of the range is below. Job Pay Rate $70,000—$80,000 USD