Creative Designer
Lowe's Companies, Inc. · Mooresville, NC
- On site
- Full-time
- $75,000 / year
- Mooresville, NC
Job highlights
- Design advertising layouts for print and digital.
- Create impactful concepts within Lowe's brand.
- Work across various media channels.
- Collaborate with creative directors and copywriters.
- Manage daily tactical design requests.
About the role
Creative Designer
Do your Best Work in Mooresville
This position is based at our headquarters in Mooresville, North Carolina. Our corporate office is a space where you can collaborate and do your best work. Take a walk, grab a bite (or a cup of coffee), work out or get a check-up – we invest in you so you can find your inspiration.
Your Impact
The Creative Designer directly assists the Associate Creative Directors, Copywriters and Producers to create advertising layouts. This position is responsible for graphic design and production for print and digital production. They design impactful concepts in the Lowe's brand style with the flexibility to address broad brand messages through to highly promotional offers. This role is expected to be up-to-date on all media channel formats, standards as well as trends. The Designer works with the ACD to translate business briefs into impactful design. This requires a great attention to detail, mastery of the tools required for layout and great time management skills. The Designer produces a range of visual options to meet the needs of the business with minimal supervision from the ACD. The Designer works independently on jobs that are within print or digital. Typically, the Designer is designing for, and has high accountability for, jobs that are categorized as Tier 2-3. This requires experience across multiple channels, including digital, social media, print, and signage.
What You Will Do
- On a monthly basis, the Designer works with the ACDs, Sr. Designers and Copywriters to design pieces that are within brand standards and fulfill business needs.
- This work is mostly Tier 2-3 and across all channels.
- Produces visual design treatments for advertising materials including, but not limited to, in-store signage, print, and digital media.
- Versions out design concepts and solutions based on creative briefs and business strategy.
- Works with the ACDs to prioritize the workload and determine the best design approach.
- Partners with the ACD, Design and production studio team in executing work.
- On a daily basis, the Designer carries a full workload of tactical, production design requests.
- In addition, the Designer is continuously growing their professional skills with feedback and advice provided by their ACD.
- The Designer will work autonomously as well as within a team environment.
- The Designer will work within a flexible process that is ever-evolving to meet the business needs while working with, at times, tight deadlines.
- Executes creative assignments as part of a team as well as with other creative studio services.
- Designs to consistently high standards that enhance the Lowe's brand.
- Works within Workfront for job workload management.
- Utilizes ProofHQ for trafficking work for review when appropriate.
- Presents design work to ACD for review and approval.
- Applies seasonal style guides and brand standards to their work for Lowe’s digital and print advertising communications.
- Creates design layouts and graphics for Lowe's print and digital vehicles including but not limited to magazines, direct mail, in-store signage, digital display and POP materials.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s of Fine Arts or related field or equivalent years of experience in lieu of education requirement, if applicable.
- 2 Years Design experience.
- Experience in Adobe including Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator and Figma.
- Portfolio of work examples are required.
About Lowe’s
Lowe’s Companies, Inc. (NYSE: LOW) is a FORTUNE® 100 home improvement company with total fiscal 2025 sales of more than $86 billion. Lowe’s employs approximately 300,000 associates and operates over 1,750 home improvement stores, 540 branches and 120 distribution centers. Based in Mooresville, N.C., Lowe’s supports the communities it serves through programs focused on creating safe, affordable housing, improving community spaces, helping to develop the next generation of skilled trade experts and providing disaster relief to communities in need. For more information, visit Lowes.com.
Lowe’s is an equal opportunity employer and administers all personnel practices without regard to race, color, religious creed, sex, gender, age, ancestry, national origin, mental or physical disability or medical condition, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, military or veteran status, genetic information, or any other category protected under federal, state, or local law.
Starting rate of pay may vary based on factors including, but not limited to, position offered, location, education, training, and/or experience. For information regarding our benefit programs and eligibility, please visit https://talent.lowes.com/us/en/benefits.
Key skills/competency
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Digital Design
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Figma
- Brand Standards
- Layout
- Typography
- Art Direction
- Creative Concept Development
Skills & topics
- Creative Designer
- Graphic Design
- Print Design
- Digital Design
- Advertising
- Layout Design
- Adobe Photoshop
- Adobe InDesign
- Adobe Illustrator
- Figma
- Brand Guidelines
- Marketing Design
- Production Design
- Art Direction
- Visual Design
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your BFA, 2+ years of design experience, and proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, InDesign, Illustrator) and Figma, matching keywords from the job description.
- Showcase your portfolio: Ensure your portfolio demonstrates a range of print and digital design work, including advertising materials, signage, and social media graphics, emphasizing your ability to adhere to brand standards.
- Understand Lowe's brand: Research Lowe's brand guidelines, current campaigns, and overall aesthetic to articulate how your design approach aligns with their needs during the interview process.
- Prepare for technical questions: Be ready to discuss your experience with Workfront and ProofHQ, and demonstrate your understanding of media channel formats, standards, and trends.
- Highlight collaboration skills: Emphasize your ability to work both independently and as part of a team, collaborating effectively with Associate Creative Directors, Copywriters, and Producers.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What is the primary focus of the Creative Designer role at Lowe's?
- The Creative Designer at Lowe's focuses on creating impactful advertising layouts for both print and digital platforms, ensuring all designs align with the Lowe's brand style and business objectives.
- What software proficiency is required for the Creative Designer position at Lowe's?
- Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, specifically Photoshop, InDesign, and Illustrator, as well as Figma, is required for this Creative Designer role at Lowe's.
- What type of projects will a Creative Designer work on at Lowe's?
- Creative Designers at Lowe's work on a variety of projects including in-store signage, print advertisements, digital media, social media graphics, direct mail, and POP materials.
- Does Lowe's require a portfolio for the Creative Designer application?
- Yes, a portfolio showcasing work examples is a mandatory requirement for all Creative Designer applications at Lowe's.
- What is the expected experience level for a Creative Designer at Lowe's?
- Lowe's is looking for candidates with at least 2 years of design experience, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, for their Creative Designer role.
- How does Lowe's support the professional growth of its Creative Designers?
- Lowe's supports the professional growth of Creative Designers through ongoing feedback and advice from Associate Creative Directors, encouraging continuous skill development.
- What is the work arrangement for the Creative Designer position at Lowe's?
- The Creative Designer position is based at Lowe's headquarters in Mooresville, North Carolina, indicating an on-site work arrangement.
- What are the key collaboration partners for a Creative Designer at Lowe's?
- A Creative Designer at Lowe's collaborates closely with Associate Creative Directors, Copywriters, Producers, Sr. Designers, and the production studio team.