Graphic Designer

A Career at HARMAN

As a technology leader that is rapidly on the move, HARMAN is filled with people who are focused on making life better. Innovation, inclusivity and teamwork are a part of our DNA. When you add that to the challenges we take on and solve together, you’ll discover that at HARMAN you can grow, make a difference and be proud of the work you do every day.

A Career at HARMAN Lifestyle

We’re a global, multi-disciplinary team that’s putting the innovative power of technology to work and transforming tomorrow. As a member of HARMAN Lifestyle, you connect consumers with the power of superior sound.

• Contribute your talents to high-end, esteemed brands like JBL, Mark Levinson and Revel
• Unite your passion for audio innovation with high-tech product development
• Create pitch-perfect, cutting-edge technology that elevates the listening experience

About the Role

We are looking for an adventurous, passionate, and accomplished Graphic designer with world class design sensibility to join our new design team in Shenzhen, China

The right candidate loves music as we do, brings a fresh perspective on design & innovation and has the ability to understand and translate latest fashion, interior and cultural design trends into iconic product experiences for Harman’s iconic brands, including JBL, Harman Kardon and AKG.

You will take a hands-on position with responsibilities working in a very fast-paced, collaborative environment. You understand that great design can amplify the lives of real people and how this builds a strong brand.

Ready to design for the brands you already love? Click here to learn more about our Global Design Hub.

What You Will Do

• Work with brand design leaders to develop new brand identities for the brands JBL, Harman Kardon and Infinity develop and establish graphical packaging guidelines (logos, typography, manuals, etc.)
• Develop and establish point-of-purchase packaging, event concepts, brochures
• Be responsible to take ideas from concept through production (die-lines, printer oversight, etc.)
• Spot lifestyle tendencies and turn them into new concepts along with multidisciplinary teams
• Design innovative concepts and products
• Lead projects, deliver presentations and maintain project manager contact
• Take full responsibility for your projects, work independently, and provide regular updates to the packaging design manager.

What You Need to Be Successful

• Demonstrates strong design fundamentals, including exceptional typography, composition skills, and meticulous attention to detail. 
• Proficient in Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign; knowledge of 3D or additional design tools is considered an advantage. 
• Proven experience collaborating with consumer lifestyle brands. 
• Extensive expertise in relevant software, tools, and processes. 
• Ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional leaders. 
• Skilled in managing multiple projects and products simultaneously. 
• Results-driven and a highly motivated team player. 
• Holds a bachelor’s degree or equivalent qualification in Graphic Design. 
• Passionate about design and music, with a keen interest in materials, color palettes, and finishes. 
• Enthusiastic about street culture, sports, music, and fashion trends. 
• Possesses an outgoing personality with a strong sense of humor. 
• Possesses over 5 years of professional experience in graphic design and print production, accompanied by an impressive portfolio showcasing exceptional skills and achievements

Bonus Points if You Have

• Self-starter, goal oriented and result driven
• Strong team player
• Customer focus
• Deadline oriented and able to work under pressure
• Self-awareness, willing to learn and open to changes
• Experiences

What Makes You Eligible

• Willingness to travel 10% of the time
• Willingness to work in an office in Shenzhen
• Willingness to submit to a background screen and a drug test.

What We Offer

• Flexible work environment, allowing for full-time remote work one day per week for positions that can be performed outside a HARMAN or customer location.
• Access to employee discounts on world-class Harman products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, etc.)
• Extensive training opportunities through our own HARMAN University
• Competitive wellness benefits
• Access to HARMAN Campus Fitness Center and Cafeteria
• “Be Brilliant” employee recognition and rewards program
• An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development

HARMAN is proud to be an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.