We’re looking for a creative, detail-oriented Designer to support fast-paced, high-visibility projects that span presentation design, editorial graphics, brand storytelling, and immersive in-store experiences. This is a hybrid role based in Minneapolis, with a strong emphasis on collaboration, creative problem-solving, and delivering thoughtful design work that helps bring ideas to life.

Responsibilities

• Develop visually compelling design concepts for presentations, editorial materials, brand assets, and experiential projects.
• Translate ideas into polished deliverables such as decks, mockups, signage, layouts, and other creative assets.
• Support the design process from early research and concept exploration through refinement and final production.
• Create sketches, renderings, technical specifications, and design guides to communicate concepts clearly.
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to gather feedback, align on direction, and move work forward efficiently.
• Contribute to exhibit and space-related design work, including installations, displays, and environmental graphics.
• Use design tools and digital collaboration platforms to organize work, present ideas, and support project execution.
• Manage multiple priorities with urgency while maintaining a high level of quality and attention to detail.
• Work independently when needed and help create structure in ambiguous, evolving project environments.

Skills

• 4-year degree in Graphic Design or a related field, or equivalent professional experience.
• 5–8 years of experience in editorial and communication-based graphic design.
• Strong end-to-end design process, including research, concept development, iteration, and final execution.
• Advanced proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, including Illustrator, Photoshop, and InDesign.
• Strong presentation design and visual storytelling skills, especially for infographic and leadership-facing materials.
• Proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint, SharePoint, Word, Excel, and digital whiteboarding tools such as Miro.
• Experience creating brand-aligned design solutions within established guidelines.
• Ability to work quickly, think critically, and bring order to complex or fast-moving projects.
• Excellent collaboration, communication, and stakeholder-management skills.
• Comfort working on-site as needed and supporting physical installation tasks, including lifting up to 50 lbs.

Preferred Skills

• Experience with graphic design in space, including exhibits, displays, or immersive environments.
• Background in branding, including logos, marks, packaging, signage, and image systems.
• Working knowledge of generative AI and emerging design technologies.
• Video editing experience.
• Product design experience.
• 2D animation skills.
• Experience creating concept sketches, mockups, and prototype-ready design materials.

Horizontal is committed to building an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences are valued. We welcome candidates who bring unique viewpoints and are passionate about creating work that reflects equity, collaboration, and respect for all.