Design Assistant (Print Creative)

LA (Lindeman & Associates) launched in 2015 and quickly established itself as a leader in the entertainment advertising space, winning Clio’s Agency of the Year in 2017. LA brings together artists, editors, and storytellers into one hyper-collaborative team specializing in crafting iconic 360º campaigns. Our work grows audiences, sparks conversations, builds brands, and shapes culture. Though we hail from around the country—and the world—Los Angeles is our creative home and our muse.  LA is honored to collaborate with the industry’s leading theatrical and streaming partners, including Disney, FX, Paramount, Apple, Amazon Studios, Hulu, Lionsgate, Netflix, STARZ, Universal Pictures, and Warner Bros.

LA is seeking a full-time Design Assistant to join our team of passionate team of creatives working with some of the best clients in the entertainment industry. You will join a team of Design Assistants who work closely with our creative team(s) to support the development and execution of creative projects across multiple mediums. This role is on-site in Downtown Los Angeles.

What You’ll Do:

• Assist in the creation of visual assets for various projects, including but not limited to digital graphics, presentations, illustrations, and design
• Collaborate with designers to brainstorm ideas, develop concepts, and bring creative visions to life
• Conduct research and gather inspiration from a variety of sources to inform design concepts and solutions
• Support the production process by organizing files, managing assets, and preparing materials for client presentations and project deliverables
• Assist with photo editing, retouching, and image manipulation as needed
• Contribute to the maintenance and organization of the design studio, including file management and asset libraries
• Stay up-to-date on design trends, tools, and techniques to continuously improve skills and contribute fresh ideas to the team
• Communicate effectively and collaborate with team members to ensure projects are completed on time and to the highest quality standards
• Provide general administrative support to the design team, such as scheduling meetings, managing calendars, and coordinating project logistics

What You’ll Bring:

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or related field preferred
• Strong proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) and other design software
• Excellent design sense with a strong understanding of typography, layout, and composition
• Creative thinker with a passion for exploring new ideas and pushing creative boundaries
• Detail-oriented with the ability to multitask and manage multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment
• Highly organized with excellent time management skills and the ability to meet deadlines
• Previous experience or internships in a design-related role is a plus

The Perks:
We want to make sure you’re taken care of while we build the future of entertainment together.

• This is a nonexempt, hourly role. The pay range for this position in selected location is $17-$20/hr. This range depends on a number of factors, including but not limited to the candidate's qualifications, location, prior experience, and education
• Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, FSA’s
• Short and long-term disability, accident, critical-care coverage
• PTO and paid holidays
• 401K plan
• Certain roles may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus
• Employee wellness benefits and mental health support
• Employee engagement gatherings
• Work with world-class talent in an environment that promotes creative freedom on projects you’ll be proud to tell your family and friends about

Physical Demands:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

On-site work: 

• Ability to work on-site at our office location for the duration of regular business hours.

• Extended periods of desk work:
  • Regularly required to sit for extended periods, engaging in tasks such as email correspondence, project coordination, and document preparation.
• Communication:
  • Regularly required to talk and hear during internal meetings, as well as to effectively communicate directives to creative teams.
• Presentation activities:
  • Ability to create and edit presentations and participate in the delivery of presentations, which may involve standing and speaking for short periods.
• Visual acuity:
  • Specific vision abilities required include close vision, for detailed review of project assets and quality control checks; and the ability to adjust focus, for detailed work.
• Utilization of technology:
  • Regular use of computer equipment and software tools, including Adobe CS, Keynote, and project management tools (e.g., Wrike), requiring manual dexterity and eye-hand coordination.
• Multi-tasking:
  • Ability to manage and prioritize multiple projects at a time with a strict attention to detail, which may involve shifting focus between tasks.

LA is an equal opportunity employer. We're committed to making LA as inclusive and diverse as the audience we engage daily. LA is dedicated to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, its services, programs, and activities. To request reasonable accommodation, please contact [email protected].