Designer in Minneapolis, Minnesota

Job Title

Join a fast-paced, project-based design team supporting high-level leadership with work that spans presentation decks, branded assets, physical artifacts, and immersive experiences. This role is ideal for a creative professional who can move quickly, bring structure to ambiguity, and deliver thoughtful design solutions across print, digital, and spatial environments.

• Develop editorial, communication, and presentation design solutions that clearly tell a story and support business goals
• Create concept directions through research, sketching, mood boards, mock-ups, and design specifications
• Translate brand guidelines into engaging visual systems, including logos, marks, packaging, signage, and image layouts
• Design materials for both print and digital use, including decks, infographics, and supporting content
• Contribute to exhibit and immersive experience design, including graphic elements that extend into physical spaces
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners and stakeholders to refine ideas and incorporate feedback throughout the design process
• Manage multiple projects at once while maintaining attention to detail, quality, and deadlines
• Support in-office, hands-on installation work as needed, including assembling fixtures, hanging signage, and moving product samples or displays
• Work in a collaborative environment with a strong focus on problem-solving, initiative, and adaptability

• Four-year degree in Graphic Design or a related field, or equivalent experience
• 5-8 years of experience in editorial and communication-focused graphic design
• Strong end-to-end design process experience, from research and concept development through refinement and final delivery
• Advanced proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite, including Illustrator, Photoshop, and In Design
• Strong presentation-building skills using Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, Excel, and Share Point
• Experience with digital whiteboarding tools such as Miro
• Ability to communicate ideas visually and present work to a variety of audiences
• Comfort working independently, managing ambiguity, and keeping multiple priorities moving forward
• Strong collaboration, client engagement, and stakeholder alignment skills
• Ability to lift up to 50 lbs and participate in hands-on installation work when needed

• Experience designing for exhibits, immersive environments, or other spatial applications
• Familiarity with generative AI and emerging design technologies
• Video editing experience
• Product design experience
• Background in designing for premium brand experiences, including health and beauty or apparel-related work
• Experience creating brand-focused solutions within established visual systems
• 2D animation skills
• Illustration capabilities
• Experience supporting high-visibility projects in consumer-facing environments

Horizontal is committed to fostering an inclusive, equitable, and welcoming environment where diverse perspectives are valued and encouraged. We believe strong teams are built through a culture of belonging, collaboration, and respect, and we welcome candidates from all backgrounds to apply.