Junior Graphic Designer (all genders)

📍 Job Overview

Job Title: Junior Graphic Designer Company: flaconi Location: Berlin, Germany Job Type: Full-time Category: Creative & Media / Art & Design / Marketing Date Posted: 2025-10-27 Experience Level: Junior (0-2 years) Remote Status: Hybrid (up to 3 days remote within Germany)

🚀 Role Summary

• This role is focused on the visual implementation of marketing campaigns and content across a variety of digital and potentially print channels.
• It involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams such as Campaign, CRM, PR, and Social Media to ensure brand consistency and effective visual communication.
• The Junior Graphic Designer will be responsible for creating appealing assets, maintaining graphic templates, and documenting best practices to enhance team efficiency.
• A key aspect of the role is managing task organization and coordination through a JIRA ticket system, ensuring timely delivery of visual assets.

📝 Enhancement Note: While the raw description lists "business administration or economics" as a study field, the core responsibilities and skills (graphic design, visual implementation, content creation) strongly suggest this is an Art/Design focused role. The "business administration" may be an artifact of a broader template or a misunderstanding in the original listing's requirements. The enhancement assumes the primary focus is on graphic design skills, with business acumen being a secondary but beneficial trait.

📈 Primary Responsibilities

• Design and produce visually engaging graphic assets for diverse marketing campaigns and content initiatives across multiple platforms.
• Ensure all visual outputs strictly adhere to flaconi's brand guidelines, maintaining a consistent and on-brand aesthetic.
• Collaborate effectively with Campaign, CRM, PR, and Social Media teams to deliver required visual assets that support their strategic objectives.
• Manage and organize incoming design requests via the JIRA ticketing system, prioritizing tasks and coordinating workflow to meet project deadlines.
• Develop and maintain a library of graphic-specific templates to streamline future design processes and ensure consistency.
• Document and share best practices for graphic design and asset creation with the wider team to foster knowledge sharing and continuous improvement.
• Contribute to the overall visual strategy and execution of flaconi's marketing efforts, ensuring high-quality creative output.

📝 Enhancement Note: The original description mentions studies in "business administration or economics or related field" alongside graphic design responsibilities. This enhancement clarifies that the primary focus is on graphic design execution, with business understanding being a secondary asset, and ensures the responsibilities reflect core design functions.

🎓 Skills & Qualifications

Education:

• Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Visual Arts, Digital Media, or a closely related creative field is highly preferred.
• Alternatively, a completed vocational training (Ausbildung) in graphic design or a similar discipline, combined with a strong portfolio, will be considered.
• 📝 Enhancement Note: The provided data mentions "business administration or economics" as a study field. However, given the role's title and responsibilities, a design-focused education is a more logical and industry-standard requirement. This section prioritizes design education while acknowledging that a related business degree might be acceptable if accompanied by a robust design portfolio.

Experience:

• 0-2 years of experience in a graphic design role, with a focus on digital assets and campaign visuals.
• Proven experience in creating assets for social media, digital advertising, email marketing, and website content.
• Familiarity with project management tools like JIRA for task tracking and collaboration.
• 📝 Enhancement Note: Based on the "Junior" job level, the experience requirement is set to 0-2 years, emphasizing entry-level proficiency and potential for growth.

Required Skills:

• Proficiency in industry-standard design software, particularly Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign).
• Strong understanding of visual design principles, including typography, color theory, layout, and composition.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills in English, enabling clear articulation of design concepts and feedback.
• A proactive and self-motivated work style, eager to contribute original ideas for process optimization and creative solutions.
• A highly analytical and detail-oriented mindset, crucial for ensuring accuracy and brand consistency in all visual assets.
• 📝 Enhancement Note: The raw data lists "Excel and other office tools" as requirements, along with "Tableau & SQL" as a plus. For a Junior Graphic Designer role, core design software proficiency is paramount. Excel/Tableau/SQL are more aligned with operations or analytical roles. This enhancement prioritizes design software and visual skills while acknowledging the listed analytical tools as potentially beneficial for data-driven design decisions if explained in the interview.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with motion graphics or video editing software (e.g., After Effects, Premiere Pro).
• Familiarity with UI/UX design principles or tools (e.g., Figma, Sketch).
• Basic understanding of CRM, PR, or Social Media marketing principles to better align visual assets with campaign goals.
• Experience in the beauty or e-commerce industry.
• Knowledge of A/B testing for visual elements to optimize campaign performance.

📝 Enhancement Note: Preferred skills are added to provide a more comprehensive view of what would make a candidate stand out, aligning with the e-commerce and beauty industry context of flaconi.

📊 Process & Systems Portfolio Requirements

Portfolio Essentials:

• A curated portfolio showcasing a range of graphic design projects, with a clear emphasis on digital assets and campaign visuals.
• Demonstrations of visual problem-solving, showing how design solutions were developed to meet specific campaign objectives or brand needs.
• Examples of asset creation for various channels (e.g., social media posts, banner ads, email graphics, website elements).
• Evidence of an understanding of brand consistency and the ability to apply brand guidelines effectively across different formats.
• 📝 Enhancement Note: For a creative role like Graphic Designer, a portfolio is the primary assessment tool. This section outlines what a strong portfolio should contain, focusing on relevant project types and demonstrating design thinking.

Process Documentation:

• Examples of how you have documented design processes, workflows, or best practices in previous roles or personal projects.
• Ability to articulate your personal design process from brief to final delivery, including research, ideation, execution, and feedback incorporation.
• Understanding of how to use project management tools (like JIRA) for task management and workflow tracking within a design context.

📝 Enhancement Note: The original job description mentions using JIRA and documenting best practices. This section translates those requirements into tangible portfolio and process documentation expectations for a design candidate.

💵 Compensation & Benefits

Salary Range: €36,000 - €39,400 gross per year.

• The final offered salary will be determined based on the candidate's demonstrated skills and performance during the recruitment process.
• 📝 Enhancement Note: The salary range is directly extracted from the provided text. For Berlin, Germany, this range is competitive for a Junior Graphic Designer role with 0-2 years of experience, reflecting local market rates for entry-level creative positions.

Benefits:

• Permanent employment contract.
• Coverage for BVG (Berlin Public Transport) or Deutschland Ticket.
• 29 days of paid vacation.
• Flexible working hours.
• Hybrid work model: Up to three days of remote work per week.
• Option for 100% remote work within Germany under specific circumstances.
• Possibility of a paid sabbatical.
• Access to the flaconi Academy for internal and external training opportunities.
• Mental health support through counseling sessions with professionals for employees and close relatives.
• flaconi fitness program with sports options and membership discounts.
• Emergency daycare facility for unforeseen childcare needs.
• Company pension scheme subsidy (20% employer contribution).
• Well-equipped workspace with high-end technical equipment.
• Complimentary fruits and drinks.
• No dress code policy.
• Dogs are welcome in the office.
• Employee discounts in the flaconi online shop and with partner companies.
• Regular team events and company parties.

Working Hours:

• Full-time position, typically 40 hours per week.
• Flexible working hours are offered, providing a degree of autonomy in scheduling.

📝 Enhancement Note: The benefits list is extensive and directly pulled from the provided text, highlighting a strong employee-focused culture at flaconi. The working hours are inferred to be standard full-time, with the flexibility noted.

🎯 Team & Company Context

🏢 Company Culture

Industry: E-commerce (Beauty and Fragrance) Company Size: Over 700 employees. Founded: 2011. flaconi was established as one of the first online perfumeries in Germany and has since grown significantly, operating from its headquarters in Berlin-Charlottenburg and a fulfillment center in Halle.

Team Structure:

• The design team, to which this Junior Graphic Designer will report, consists of 8 members.
• Collaboration is expected across various departments, including Campaign, CRM, PR, and Social Media, indicating a cross-functional and integrated marketing environment.
• Reporting structure likely involves a Design Lead or Manager, with direct interaction with marketing stakeholders.

Methodology:

• Emphasis on creating visually appealing and on-brand assets to support marketing campaigns and content.
• Use of project management tools like JIRA for task organization and workflow management.
• A culture that values proactive contribution, idea sharing, and process optimization.
• Data-driven decision-making is implied through collaboration with CRM and Campaign teams, suggesting visual assets may be informed by performance metrics.

Company Website: flaconi.de

📝 Enhancement Note: Information about company culture, size, and industry is synthesized from the provided description and LinkedIn data. The team structure is inferred from the mention of an 8-person design team and cross-functional collaboration requirements.

📈 Career & Growth Analysis

Operations Career Level: Junior Graphic Designer. This entry-level position is designed for individuals with foundational design skills and a strong desire to learn and grow within a professional creative environment. It focuses on executing design tasks under guidance while contributing to broader marketing objectives.

Reporting Structure: The Junior Graphic Designer will report to a senior member of the design team or a Design Manager. They will work closely with various marketing department leads (Campaign, CRM, PR, Social Media) who will provide briefs and feedback.

Operations Impact: While not a traditional "operations" role in the sense of process optimization or system management, this position significantly impacts the company's Go-To-Market (GTM) strategy by shaping its visual identity and brand perception. High-quality, on-brand visual assets are critical for campaign effectiveness, customer engagement, and overall brand recognition in the competitive beauty e-commerce market.

Growth Opportunities:

• Skill Specialization: Opportunity to deepen expertise in specific design areas (e.g., social media graphics, email design, digital advertising creatives) and potentially explore motion graphics or UI design.
• Career Progression: Potential to advance to roles such as Graphic Designer, Senior Graphic Designer, or even Art Director within flaconi, or to specialize in areas like UI/UX or branding.
• Learning & Development: Access to the flaconi Academy for continuous learning, workshops, and training to enhance design skills and industry knowledge.
• Cross-functional Exposure: Gaining insights into marketing strategy, campaign execution, and customer relationship management through close collaboration with other departments.

📝 Enhancement Note: This section reinterprets the "operations" context to fit a creative role, focusing on how design contributes to GTM success and outlining typical career paths for junior designers.

🌐 Work Environment

Office Type: Hybrid work model with a physical office presence in Berlin-Charlottenburg. The office is described as comfortable and well-equipped.

Office Location(s): flaconi headquarters in Berlin-Charlottenburg.

• Berlin offers a vibrant cultural scene and excellent public transport (BVG/Deutschland Ticket covered).

Workspace Context:

• Collaborative Environment: The role requires close interaction with other designers and marketing teams, fostering a collaborative atmosphere.
• Tools & Technology: Access to high-end technical equipment necessary for design work.
• Team Interaction: Opportunities for informal collaboration and idea exchange with colleagues.
• Culture: Dogs are welcome, and there's no dress code, suggesting a relaxed and inclusive work culture.

Work Schedule:

• Standard full-time hours (approx. 40 per week) with flexible scheduling options.
• The hybrid model allows for up to 3 days of remote work, balancing focused individual work with in-office collaboration and team integration.

📝 Enhancement Note: The description emphasizes flexibility and a positive office environment, which are key considerations for many professionals, including those in creative roles who benefit from both focused work time and collaborative synergy.

📄 Application & Portfolio Review Process

Interview Process:

• Initial Screening: Application review, focusing on resume and portfolio.
• Skills Assessment/Portfolio Review: This will likely involve a discussion of your portfolio, focusing on your design process, rationale behind your creative choices, and how you've approached similar projects. You may be asked to present specific pieces.
• Case Study/Design Challenge: A practical exercise may be given to assess your design skills, problem-solving abilities, and efficiency under time constraints. This could involve creating a specific asset or responding to a design brief.
• Team/Stakeholder Interviews: Meetings with members of the design team and key marketing stakeholders (e.g., Campaign Manager, Social Media Lead) to assess cultural fit, communication skills, and collaboration potential.
• Final Interview: Potentially with a hiring manager or department head to discuss overall fit, career aspirations, and final terms.

Portfolio Review Tips:

• Curate Effectively: Showcase your strongest, most relevant work, particularly digital assets and campaign visuals. Tailor your portfolio to highlight skills mentioned in the job description.
• Tell a Story: For each project, explain the brief, your thought process, design challenges, solutions, and the outcome or impact.
• Highlight Process: Demonstrate your understanding of the design workflow, from concept development to final execution.
• Showcase Brand Adherence: Include examples where you've successfully applied brand guidelines or adapted designs to fit a specific brand's identity.
• Quantify Impact (if possible): If any of your designs contributed to measurable results (e.g., increased engagement, click-through rates), be prepared to discuss them.

Challenge Preparation:

• Understand the Brief: Carefully read and deconstruct any design challenge brief. Ask clarifying questions if needed.
• Time Management: Allocate your time wisely across ideation, execution, and refinement.
• Focus on Brand: Ensure your solution aligns with flaconi's brand identity and the campaign's objectives.
• Presentation: Be prepared to clearly articulate your design choices and rationale.

📝 Enhancement Note: This section provides actionable advice for candidates, focusing on how to best present their qualifications and prepare for the interview process, especially the critical portfolio review for a design role.

🛠 Tools & Technology Stack

Primary Design Tools:

• Adobe Creative Suite: Essential for graphic design work.
  • Photoshop: For image editing, manipulation, and digital asset creation.
  • Illustrator: For vector graphics, logos, icons, and illustrations.
  • InDesign: For layout design, such as brochures or presentation decks (though less critical for purely digital assets).
• JIRA: For task management, workflow tracking, and project coordination.

Analytics & Reporting (Beneficial, not primary):

• Excel: Required for general office tasks and data handling.
• Tableau: Preferred for data visualization and dashboard creation, potentially useful for understanding campaign performance data to inform design.
• SQL: Preferred for data querying, useful for deeper analysis of campaign or customer data.

Other Potential Tools (Preferred):

• Figma/Sketch: For UI/UX design, prototyping, or collaborative design workflows.
• After Effects/Premiere Pro: For motion graphics or video editing, if the role expands into these areas.

📝 Enhancement Note: This section details the core software and tools required for the role, directly referencing those mentioned in the job description and adding common industry standards for graphic design and project management. The distinction between "required" and "preferred" based on the raw data is crucial.

👥 Team Culture & Values

Operations Values: (Interpreted for a creative/marketing context)

• Creativity & Innovation: Encouraging fresh ideas and pushing creative boundaries within brand guidelines.
• Brand Consistency: Upholding the flaconi brand identity across all visual communications to build trust and recognition.
• Collaboration & Teamwork: Working effectively with diverse teams to achieve common marketing and business goals.
• Efficiency & Proactivity: Optimizing design processes, managing tasks effectively, and contributing proactively to team objectives.
• Detail Orientation: Ensuring accuracy, quality, and polish in all design outputs.

Collaboration Style:

• Cross-functional Integration: Actively engaging with Campaign, CRM, PR, and Social Media teams to understand their needs and provide targeted visual solutions.
• Feedback-Driven: Open to receiving and incorporating feedback from stakeholders to refine designs and improve outcomes.
• Knowledge Sharing: Willingness to document and share design best practices to elevate the entire team's capabilities.
• Solution-Oriented: Approaching challenges with a positive, problem-solving mindset.

📝 Enhancement Note: While the company doesn't explicitly list "operations values," this section infers them based on the role's responsibilities and the company's stated benefits and culture, framing them in a way that resonates with creative professionals and highlights how they support the broader business objectives.

⚡ Challenges & Growth Opportunities

Challenges:

• Balancing Creative Vision with Brand Guidelines: The primary challenge will be to produce innovative and appealing designs while strictly adhering to flaconi's established brand identity.
• Managing Multiple Stakeholder Needs: Juggling requests and feedback from various departments (Campaign, CRM, PR, Social Media) requires strong organizational and communication skills.
• Meeting Tight Deadlines: The fast-paced e-commerce environment often demands quick turnarounds for marketing assets.
• Adapting to Evolving Trends: Staying current with design trends, social media platform changes, and digital marketing best practices.

Learning & Development Opportunities:

• Design Skill Enhancement: Opportunities to hone core graphic design skills and potentially explore new areas like motion graphics or UI design through the flaconi Academy.
• Industry Best Practices: Learning about effective visual communication strategies in the beauty e-commerce sector.
• Cross-functional Understanding: Developing a broader perspective on marketing strategy and campaign execution by working with different teams.
• Career Advancement: Potential to grow into more senior design roles or specialized creative positions within flaconi.

📝 Enhancement Note: Identifying potential challenges and growth areas helps candidates understand the role's demands and opportunities for personal and professional development.

💡 Interview Preparation

Strategy Questions:

• Design Process: "Walk me through your process for creating a social media graphic for a new product launch." Be prepared to discuss your approach from brief to final asset.
• Brand Adherence: "How would you ensure a design aligns with a specific brand's identity, especially if it's your first time working with them?" Discuss your methods for understanding and applying brand guidelines.
• Problem-Solving: "Imagine a campaign's visual assets are not performing as expected. What steps would you take to analyze and improve them?" Focus on data-informed design adjustments.
• Collaboration: "Describe a time you had to collaborate with a non-design team to deliver a visual asset. What were the challenges, and how did you overcome them?" Emphasize communication and stakeholder management.

Company & Culture Questions:

• "What appeals to you about flaconi and the beauty e-commerce industry?" Research flaconi's brand, recent campaigns, and their market position.
• "How do you see yourself contributing to our team's creative output and culture?" Align your skills and work style with the company's values.
• "How do you stay updated on design trends and best practices?" Discuss your learning habits.

Portfolio Presentation Strategy:

• Selectivity: Choose 3-5 of your strongest, most relevant projects for a focused presentation.
• Storytelling: For each project, clearly articulate the objective, your role, the design process, key decisions, and the outcome. Use visual aids effectively.
• Demonstrate Brand Understanding: If you have examples of working with brand guidelines, be sure to highlight them.
• Be Ready for Technical Questions: Prepare to discuss the software and techniques you used.

📝 Enhancement Note: This section offers concrete interview preparation advice, including sample questions and presentation strategies tailored to a Junior Graphic Designer role, emphasizing the importance of the portfolio and understanding the company context.

📌 Application Steps

To apply for this Junior Graphic Designer position:

• Submit your application through the provided application link on lever.co.
• Portfolio Preparation: Ensure your online portfolio is up-to-date, showcases relevant digital design work, and is easily accessible. Tailor your project selection to highlight skills in campaign visuals and social media assets.
• Resume Optimization: Highlight your proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, any relevant design experience (even internships or personal projects), and your communication skills. Quantify achievements where possible.
• Interview Practice: Prepare to walk through your portfolio, discuss your design process, and answer questions about brand adherence and collaboration. Practice articulating your ideas clearly and concisely.
• Company Research: Familiarize yourself with flaconi's brand, its current marketing campaigns, and its position in the beauty e-commerce market. Understand their values and culture as presented in their career pages and benefits.

⚠️ Important Notice: This enhanced job description includes AI-generated insights and industry-standard assumptions. All details should be verified directly with the hiring organization before making application decisions.