Brand Designer
Vanta · United States
- Hybrid
- Full-time
- $110,000 / year
- United States
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Job highlights
- Shape Vanta's brand expression across all touchpoints.
- Design high-quality assets for digital, print, and campaigns.
- Evolve and maintain Vanta's brand identity system.
- Collaborate with creative and cross-functional partners.
- Utilize AI tools to enhance craft and efficiency.
About the role
About Vanta
Vanta is a company on a mission to help businesses earn and prove trust. We believe security should be continuously monitored and verified, empowering companies to practice better security and prove it with ease. Vanta has a kind and talented team, with many members joining without prior security experience. We are a dynamic company aiming to break the mold, pushing our advertising beyond conventional SaaS and B2B campaign boundaries.Job Summary
Vanta is seeking a Brand Designer to join the Brand Creative team. This role is responsible for shaping how Vanta expresses itself across digital, print, campaigns, and key brand moments. The ideal candidate possesses strong design fundamentals, a keen eye for detail, and a passion for typography, composition, and elevating the overall brand aesthetic. You understand what makes work feel premium and lasting, while bringing fresh, innovative ideas to the table. Staying attuned to cultural shifts, trends, AI applications, and the visual language of social media is essential. You will report to the Creative Director and collaborate with designers, copywriters, and cross-functional partners to translate strategy into compelling visual expressions. The perfect candidate is curious, meticulous, and deeply invested in brand evolution across all touchpoints.What You'll Do
- Design high-quality brand assets for digital, web, campaigns, and print, including visual explorations for campaigns, social assets, presentation decks, editorial content, resorts, and sales collateral.
- Contribute to the evolution and maintenance of Vanta’s brand identity system.
- Translate creative briefs into impactful visual solutions that align with established brand standards.
- Develop scalable layouts and visual systems, including templates, to enhance efficiency and consistency.
- Collaborate effectively with other creatives and cross-functional teams to bring projects to life.
- Apply strong typographic and compositional principles to all projects.
- Thoughtfully select and apply photography, illustration, and graphic elements to reinforce brand storytelling.
- Prepare production-ready files and ensure the highest quality across all deliverables.
- Explore and integrate new tools, including AI, to enhance craft and improve speed.
How to Be Successful
- BFA in graphic design or a related field.
- 5+ years of experience in brand design, preferably within an in-house team or agency setting.
- A strong portfolio showcasing fundamentals in typography, layout, and visual systems.
- Experience working within established brand guidelines and contributing to their evolution.
- A high standard for visual craft and meticulous attention to detail.
- Proficiency in Figma and Adobe Creative Suite.
- A collaborative mindset and comfort working cross-functionally.
- Must be authorized to work in the U.S. without sponsorship.
- Openness to using AI to amplify skills and improve work, demonstrating curiosity, a willingness to learn, and sound judgment in responsible application.
Bonus Points
- Familiarity with AI design tools or generative workflows.
- Motion literacy (even without direct motion design experience).
What You Can Expect as a Vanta’n
- Industry-competitive compensation.
- 100% covered medical, dental, and vision benefits with dependents coverage.
- 16 weeks paid parental Leave for all new parents.
- Health & wellness and remote workplace stipends.
- Family planning benefits.
- 401(k) matching.
- Flexible work hours and location.
- Open PTO policy.
- 11 paid holidays in the US.
- Offices in SF, NYC, London, Dublin, and Sydney.
About Vanta
Vanta was founded in 2018 in response to prominent data breaches. Recognizing the increasing importance of online security and the challenges fast-growing companies face in building a robust security foundation, Vanta was born from a vision to restore trust in internet businesses by enabling companies to improve and prove their security. From automating security monitoring for compliance standards like SOC 2, HIPAA, and ISO 27001 to developing the world's leading Trust Management Platform, our mission remains steadfast. Continuous security, not just point-in-time checks, is essential. Thousands of companies depend on Vanta for real-time, transparent security and trust management.Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion
Vanta is committed to hiring diverse talent from various backgrounds and fostering an inclusive work environment for all. We do not discriminate based on race, gender identity, age, religion, sexual orientation, veteran or disability status, or any other protected class. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage and welcome applications from all backgrounds.Referral Instructions
If you are being referred for the role, please contact that person to apply on your behalf.Key skills/competency
- Brand Design
- Graphic Design
- Typography
- Layout Design
- Visual Systems
- Adobe Creative Suite
- Figma
- Brand Identity
- Creative Strategy
- Digital Design
Skills & topics
- Brand Designer
- Graphic Design
- Visual Design
- Digital Design
- Campaign Design
- Brand Identity
- Typography
- Layout Design
- Figma
- Adobe Creative Suite
- SaaS
- B2B
- Creative Director
- AI in Design
- Marketing Design
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight experience in brand design, typography, and visual systems, aligning with Vanta's needs.
- Showcase your portfolio: Ensure it demonstrates strong fundamentals in layout, composition, and established brand guidelines.
- Address AI proficiency: Mention your experience or willingness to use AI tools for design enhancement.
- Research Vanta's culture: Understand their mission of trust and how they push advertising boundaries.
- Prepare for collaboration: Emphasize your comfort working cross-functionally and translating strategy into visuals.
Technical preparation
Master Figma and Adobe Creative Suite tools.,Build a portfolio showcasing design fundamentals.,Familiarize yourself with AI design tools.,Understand brand systems and guidelines.
Behavioral questions
Describe a time you elevated a brand's aesthetic.,How do you ensure design consistency across touchpoints?,Share your experience collaborating with other creatives.,Discuss your approach to translating strategy into visuals.
Frequently asked questions
- What is the primary focus of the Brand Designer role at Vanta?
- The Brand Designer at Vanta will focus on shaping and expressing the company's brand across various platforms, including digital, print, campaigns, and key brand moments. This involves creating high-quality assets and contributing to the evolution of Vanta’s brand identity system.
- What software proficiencies are required for the Brand Designer position at Vanta?
- Proficiency in Figma and the Adobe Creative Suite (e.g., Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign) is required for the Brand Designer role at Vanta. Familiarity with AI design tools is a plus.
- How does Vanta approach brand design and advertising?
- Vanta aims to push advertising beyond conventional SaaS and B2B boundaries, seeking a Brand Designer who understands premium aesthetics and can bring fresh ideas. The role involves translating strategy into visual expression that resonates across multiple touchpoints.
- What are the key responsibilities of a Brand Designer at Vanta?
- Key responsibilities include designing brand assets for digital, web, campaigns, and print; contributing to brand identity evolution; translating briefs into visual solutions; developing scalable templates; and collaborating with creative and cross-functional partners.
- Does Vanta encourage the use of AI in design roles?
- Yes, Vanta encourages exploring new tools, including AI, to improve craft and speed. Candidates are expected to be open to using AI to amplify their skills and strengthen their work, demonstrating curiosity and sound judgment in its responsible application.
- What benefits does Vanta offer its employees?
- Vanta offers industry-competitive compensation, 100% covered medical, dental, and vision benefits (including dependents), 16 weeks paid parental leave, wellness stipends, 401(k) matching, flexible work hours and location, and an open PTO policy.
- What is Vanta's stance on diversity and inclusion for the Brand Designer role?
- Vanta is committed to hiring diverse talent and fostering an inclusive environment. They do not discriminate based on protected characteristics and encourage people of all backgrounds to apply for roles like the Brand Designer position.
- What experience level is expected for the Brand Designer role at Vanta?