Visual Designer

The Next Level of Fire & Life Safety Leadership

With more than two centuries of combined history, brands like Kidde, Kidde Commercial, Edwards, GST, Badger, Gloria and Aritech have been leading the way in protecting people and property around the world. Now, we’re taking that leadership to the next level. Kidde Global Solutions brings together the most trusted and iconic brands in safety, building upon our shared experience and expertise to address the needs and challenges of more customers in more places. With an unmatched portfolio of solutions and services, and a commitment to constant innovation we’re elevating the standards for an entire industry – and establishing the next level of fire and life safety leadership.

At Kidde Global Solutions, you’re joining a global technology leader in fire and life safety solutions and our employees are the heart of it all. With industry-defining brands in life safety and security, you’ll be part of a legacy of leadership working with cutting-edge technologies that protect lives and property worldwide. As a leading fire safety brand, our mission is to provide solutions that protect people and property from the effects of fire and related hazards. We’re committed to expanding our impact and providing dynamic opportunities for growth within our team. You’ll be part of a company that prioritizes quality, integrity, collaboration, and customer care, with the resources, training, and incentives to ensure your success every step of the way.

If you’re ready to take the next step in your career and be part of an innovative, mission-driven team, apply now!

Visual Designer

Location: Remote (EST)

Base Salary Rate: $85,000.00 – $98,000.00

Job type: Full-time

About This Role

As a vital member of the Creative & Design Team, you will contribute your creative design skills to execute the ideation and design of print and digital assets from conception to launch. You will support the development of our brands and products by fully exploring creative briefs and delivering wow-worthy work to the highest standards. You’ll execute creative assets across online and print mediums including digital design for e-commerce content and print design of product collateral, signage, trade shows, and retailer merchandising displays. You are creative and use your mastery of the Adobe Creative Suite and Figma to work quickly to bring conceptual design and assets to life, utilizing the Kidde brand system. Reporting to the Brand Design Manager, you exhibit self-motivation and superb organization to execute a high volume of creative design while working in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Design packaging, displays, and POG renderings according to brand guidelines and launch timing.
• Design printed product collateral and catalog page layouts utilizing the brand guidelines.
• Executes the visual design for trade show booth signage, flyers, ads, and collateral.
• Executes campaign animations for digital ads, banners, and social media.
• Coordinates assets to support video production and executes video editing.
• Executes new brand visions through multiple design solutions with the consistency of being on target with design objectives and brand strategy.
• Work closely with internal teams to understand brand and project requirements and deadlines.
• Use excellent communication skills to gain the confidence and trust of cross-functional partners and internal team members.
• Participate in team meetings, brainstorming, critiques, and ideation sessions.
• Follow file naming conventions and file organization procedures and rules.
• Regularly upload approved assets to digital asset management (DAM) platform
• Keep project management tool up to date with current project information/statuses.
• Review digital proofs for accuracy and quality as needed.
• Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Basic Qualifications

• Associate’s Degree
• 4+ years of graphic design experience
• 5+ years of Adobe Creative Suite including Illustrator, Photoshop, InDesign, Premiere, and After Effects.
• 1+ year of experience working with Figma
• 1+ year of experience using Microsoft Office including Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, PowerPoint

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong understanding of digital and print design with meticulous attention to detail.
• Working knowledge of the consumer products industry.
• Executes aesthetic excellence through typography, color, image, and layout.
• Strong illustration and photo retouching skills
• Superior organizational skills
• Ability to problem-solve, support, and collaborate with other team members effectively.
• Agility for time management and prioritization
• Ability to flexibly and quickly pivot based on changing priorities and project feedback.
• Strong presentation and communication skills (both written and verbal)
• Prior experience working with: 
  • Retail e-commerce and print design
  • Workfront (Project Management Platform)
  • Bynder (Digital Asset Management Platform)
  • Macintosh Operating System
• Have an online portfolio showcasing a range of brand-driven consumer-facing design executions including brand design systems, e-commerce, packaging, and product collateral.
• Must be a US Citizen or Green Card Holder

Compensation and Benefits 

Individuals may be eligible for an annual performance bonus based on both individual and company’s performance. The final compensation for this position will be set based on the individual’s knowledge, skills, and experience as it relates to the job requirements. Kidde Global Solutions is committed to providing a competitive benefits package to our employees including medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plan, paid time off (vacation, sick, company holidays), 401(k) with employer match, EAP assistance, and more.  

World Leaders in Fire and Life Safety

Kidde Global Solutions is a world leader in fire & life safety solutions tailored for complex commercial facilities to homes. Through iconic, industry-defining brands including Kidde, Kidde Commercial, Edwards, GST, Badger, Gloria and Aritech, we provide residential and commercial customers with advanced solutions and services to protect people and property in a wide range of applications, all around the globe.

Kidde Global Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer and prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by federal, state, or local laws.