Lead Brand Design Manager

AXS is seeking a Lead Brand Design Manager to join their team in Los Angeles, CA. The role involves leading brand design efforts, mentoring junior designers, and ensuring consistent visual communication across all touchpoints. The ideal candidate will have 4-6 years of professional brand design experience, expertise in Adobe Creative Suite, and strong communication skills.

Requirements

• 4–6 years of professional brand design experience
• Experience partnering with senior leaders on high-impact projects with minimal oversight
• Proven ability to build a brand guide from the ground up
• Strong experience creating brand assets across multiple mediums and platforms
• Expert proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
• Advanced Figma skills, including collaborative design, scalable design systems, and mentoring others
• Excellent typography and strong attention to detail
• Ability to deliver high-quality creative work under tight deadlines
• Awareness of design and industry trends and the ability to turn insights into fresh, forward-thinking presentations
• Self-driven with a strong sense of ownership and ability to lead projects end-to-end
• Strong communication skills with the ability to present work and give constructive feedback
• Problem-solving mindset and openness to feedback
• Solid understanding of the importance of brand trust

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Paid holidays, vacation and sick time
• Company paid basic life insurance
• Voluntary life insurance
• Parental leave
• 401k Plan (with a current employer match of 3%)
• Flexible spending and health savings account options
• Wellness offerings