Mid-weight Designer

Job Description

We're after a Mid-Weight Designer who has vision, and the skills to execute creative and conceptual retail displays, POS materials and campaigns.

Who are RAYDAR?

We are a shopper and retail agency that combines intelligence and creativity to influence choice right through the shopper journey. Our mission is to make our clients brands and businesses the number one choice for Kiwi consumers.

What this means for the Mid-weight Designer and the design department:

We transform creative thinking into compelling visual communications through expertly crafted design that's on-brand, on-brief, and achieves our commercial goals.

Vision & Primary Function

The Mid-weight Designer is a visual expert who brings creative concepts to life. They oversee the aesthetic quality of projects, creating exceptional design work for Raydar's clients in retail advertising and shopper marketing.

Under the guidance of the Design Director and senior team members, they help lead design projects while contributing their expertise throughout—from initial concept development to final production and asset creation.

Key Responsibilities

• Create impactful visuals for retail displays, POS materials, and campaigns
• Develop creative concepts while maintaining brand consistency
• Produce high-quality artwork for print and digital platforms
• Work effectively with creative teams to ensure design excellence
• Present design concepts clearly and professionally
• Push design boundaries, make bold choices, and stay ahead of trends
• Manage multiple projects and meet tight deadlines

Required Qualifications

• 3-5 years of design experience, preferably across retail, FMCG, or shopper marketing
• A Degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, or related industry experience
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign)
• Strong portfolio showcasing creative excellence and proven results in retail design, packaging, and shopper marketing campaigns
• Deep understanding of typography, colour theory, and composition
• Experience in both print and digital design
• Knowledge of production processes both print and digital
• Strong communication and presentation skills

Desired Skills

• Experience with Figma
• Basic animation or motion graphics skills

Why work with us?

We are part of the Clemenger Group - with eight agencies in NZ and 16 in Australia. In turn, the Clemenger Group is part of the creatively awarded global BBDO network.