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Graphic Designer

VML

Department: Creative

Expertise: Technology

Location: San José, Costa Rica

Requisition ID: 8437

Who We Are:

At VML, we are a beacon of innovation and growth in an ever-evolving world. Our heritage is built upon a century of combined expertise, where creativity meets technology, and diverse perspectives ignite inspiration. With the merger of VMLY&R and Wunderman Thompson, we have forged a new path as a growth partner that is part creative agency, part consultancy, and part technology powerhouse. 

Our global family now encompasses over 30,000 employees across 150+ offices in 64 markets, each contributing to a culture that values connection, belonging, and the power of differences.  Our expertise spans the entire customer journey, offering deep insights in communications, commerce, consultancy, CRM, CX, data, production, and technology. We deliver end-to-end solutions that result in revolutionary work. 

Who we are looking for: 

VML is seeking a Designer capable of both conceptualizing graphic ideas for toolkits from scratch and adapting and preparing an array of designs based on provided specifications. The designer shall have a broad knowledge of 3D design applications to create materials such as flyers, stands, glorifiers, indoor and outdoor activations, and branded giveaways among others. The Designer will work in close collaboration with the Creative Director, Copywriters, and Account Team. Will manage creative projects to ensure that all artwork strictly meets accuracy, quality, size, and resolution specifications as well as any specific vendor requirements. This work will be completed using the latest version of the Adobe Creative Suite.

What you’ll do: 

  • Innovate| Create unique branded and unbranded graphic concepts based
  • on a defined look-and-feel, and creative strategy. 
  • Craft| The Senior Designer must have extensive knowledge of graphic design programs, as well as 3D programs, and if possible, video editing programs. 
  • Collaborate| Must work hand in hand with the copywriting department and lead the graphic department. The job requires excellent teamwork and negotiation abilities with the account and project manager teams.

Who you are:

  • A creator | Ability and appetite to shock the client with out-of-the-box
  • Detail-oriented | The job requires both to let loose creativity but also to have a keen eye for detail.
  • Silent leader | We want you to lead by example. As a senior designer, the best way to lead and inspire the team is to let your work do the work.
  • Ego-less| The designer must feel free to create when needed but must also be capable of doing the “boring stuff” when required.

What you’ll need: 

  • Creative mindset and the wish to positively impact clients through outstanding creative design.
  • 2+ years as a Graphic designer, Illustrator, or similar within a design studio or creative agency.
  • Must be able to quickly design materials for digital applications 
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Must be organized and able to maintain folder structures on agency servers
  • Must be able to follow directions promptly and work efficiently under tight deadlines
  • Expert knowledge of the following Adobe Creative Suite applications for the Mac OS: Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, 3D designing programs
  • English level: intermediate
  • Good relationships with both internal and external clients

At VML, we are committed to fostering an all-inclusive work environment that is both rewarding and career-forward. Our Inclusion, Equity & Belonging initiatives, alongside the VML Foundation, reflect our dedication to giving back and making a positive impact in our communities and beyond. Our people are the heartbeat of our organization—creators, doers, innovators, makers, and thinkers—who drive not just marketing, but meaningful experiences that resonate in every action and interaction. 

VML is a WPP Agency. For more information, please visit our website, and follow VML on our social channels via Instagram, LinkedIn, and X. 

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