Senior graphic designer - production artist

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Description

The Opportunity

Hyatt Hotels Corporation seeks an enthusiastic Senior Graphic Designer – Print Production Artist to join The Lifestyle Group. In this role, you will be collaborating closely with the broader brand & design teams and colleagues in the NYC Creative Hub to lead a regional collection of hotels in The Lifestyle Group. You will be part of a team that is passionate about delivering exceptional brand focused guest experiences.

Who We Are

At Hyatt, we believe in the power of belonging and creating a culture of care, where our colleagues become family. Since 1957, our colleagues and guests have been at the heart of our business and helped Hyatt become one of the world's best and fastest-growing hospitality brands. Our transformative growth and the addition of new hotels, brands, and business lines can open the door for exciting career and growth opportunities for our colleagues.

As we continue to grow, we never lose sight of what’s most important: People. We turn trips into journeys, encounters into experiences, and jobs into careers.

Why Now?

This is an exciting time to be at Hyatt. We are growing rapidly and are looking for passionate changemakers to be a part of our journey. The hospitality industry is resilient and continues to offer dynamic opportunities for upward mobility, and Hyatt is no exception.

How We Care For Our People

Our purpose sets us apart—to care for people so they can be their best. Every business decision is made through the lens of our purpose, and it informs how we have and will continue to support each other as members of the Hyatt family. Our care for our colleagues is the key to our success. We’re proud to have earned a place on Fortune’s prestigious 100 Best Companies to Work For® list for the last ten years. This recognition is a testament to the tremendous way our Hyatt family continues to come together to care for one another, our commitment to a culture of inclusivity, empathy, and respect, and making sure everyone feels like they belong.

We’re proud to offer exceptional corporate benefits which include:

• Annual allotment of free hotel stays at Hyatt hotels globally
• Work-life benefits including well-being initiatives such as a complimentary Headspace subscription
• A global family assistance policy with paid time off following the birth or adoption of a child as well as financial assistance for adoption
• Paid Time Off, Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K with company match
  
  

Who You Are

As our ideal candidate, you understand the power and purpose of our Culture of Care and embody our core values of Empathy, Inclusion, Integrity, Experimentation, Respect, and Well-being. You enjoy working with others, are results-driven, and are looking for a variety of opportunities to develop personally and professionally.

The Role

The Senior Graphic Designer is responsible for overseeing design projects from start to finish, including ideation, execution, and delivery. Reporting to the Art Director, the Sr. Graphic Designer will collaborate across departments to create integrated marketing and brand-based graphic design and artwork, maintain brand guidelines and brand image assets, and contribute to Lifestyle Group integration efforts. This role requires a balance of creative concepting, technical print expertise, and digital design leadership, ensuring bold ideas translate into flawless, on-brand, press-ready deliverables.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Lead Print Collateral Projects from concept to production – collaborating with the Design department to ensure on-brand designs, specifications, and functionality.
• Lead Print Production Projects – liaising with production partners, creating technical files, reviewing and approving proofs, and conducting quality checks to ensure high-quality output. Maintain and enhance file management systems with clear folder structures and naming conventions.
• Lead Digital & Web Experience Projects – overseeing project management, design leadership, user experience, and technical execution while ensuring goals are met within scope, budget, and timeline.
• Lead integration efforts across all Visual Identity Guidelines for Lifestyle Group brands.
• Collaborate with the Content Manager to curate, optimize, migrate, and integrate image content systems, while developing new workflows.
• Support the Art Director and Content Manager on image selection, curation, and mapping across all brand touchpoints.
• Design and maintain core branding assets, initiatives, and systems across brands and properties, ensuring consistent application of brand standards.
• Support Hotels, F&B concepts, Events, and Retail teams with graphics, production files, merchandise design, and marketing assets.
• Concept and design Hotel & F&B branding materials, merchandise, and environmental graphics.
• Design marketing graphics for email newsletters, social campaigns, and promotional needs.
• Edit photos and video for social media posts and reels.
• Work across a wide range of media and formats, producing artwork that balances creative needs with technical demands.
• Apply meticulous attention to detail to identify and correct potential issues before production.
• Maintain a working rolodex of printers, vendors, and suppliers; manage relationships, negotiate pricing, and oversee production quality.
• Liaise with Art Director and stakeholders to review briefs, develop concepts, interpret feedback, and deliver creative on time.
• Contribute innovative ideas and fresh designs to briefs and project requests.
• Stay current with design trends, tools, and production techniques.
• Follow direction and tasks assigned by the Art Director.
• Participate in department meetings as required.
  
  

The position responsibilities outlined above are in no way to be construed as all encompassing. Other duties, responsibilities, and qualifications may be required and/or assigned as necessary.

Qualifications

• 5 years of experience in graphic design, including at least 1 year in digital design.
• Strong design leadership experience, ideally within hospitality, lifestyle, agency, or retail environments.
• Proven expertise in print production, pre-press workflows, color management, Pantone systems, and paper stocks/finishes.
• Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign).
• Working knowledge of Canva and basic video editing skills in Adobe After Effects or Premiere.
• Strong sense of typography, layout, and visual design principles.
• Excellent time management skills; able to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.
• Execution-driven creative who communicates well across departments and with external vendors.
• Working knowledge of Asana (or similar project management tools).
• Drawing and illustration skills a plus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; fluent in English (other languages a plus).
• Detail-oriented, pragmatic, and adaptable to fast-paced environments.
  
  

The salary range for this position is $95,000 - $105,000.

This position is also eligible to earn incentive awards. The final pay rate/salary offered to the successful candidate will depend on experience, skill level and other qualifications for the role, as well as the location of the performance of work. Pay for the successful candidate will meet local requirements, including the local minimum wage rate

We Welcome You

Research shows that individuals tend to apply to jobs, only if they meet all the listed job qualifications. Unsure if you check every box, but feeling inspired to enhance your career? Apply. We’d love to consider your unique experiences and how you could make Hyatt even better.

Research shows that individuals tend to apply to jobs, only if they meet all the listed job qualifications. Unsure if you check every box, but feeling inspired to enhance your career? Apply. We’d love to consider your unique experiences and how you could make Hyatt even better.

All qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status

Primary Location: US-NY-New York City

Organization: Standard Hotels Corporate

Pay Basis: Yearly

Job Level: Full-time

Job: Global Brand

Req ID: NEW014553

Hyatt is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status or any other group protected by law.

If you have questions about this posting, please contact [email protected]