Description
At AKQA (part of WPP), we believe in the imaginative application of art and science to create beautiful ideas, products and services. We work at the intersection of design, technology and culture to deliver experiences that are as considered as they are impactful.
Our designers bring clarity to complexity, combining strong visual craft with strategic thinking to create work that feels effortless, precise and deeply intentional.
As a Senior Designer, you will play a critical role in shaping high-quality interactive experiences across digital platforms. You will contribute to the creative direction of projects, crafting refined, elegant design solutions that balance concept, usability and meticulous attention to detail.
Working within an embedded client team, you will help define and deliver digital experiences that support global product storytelling and launch moments, ensuring every interaction is purposeful, cohesive and held to the highest standard.
This role is with AKQA, embedded within a client team, and requires onsite collaboration in the client studio three days per week.
This is a 6–9 month fixed-term contract, offered on a hybrid basis.
ROLE REQUIREMENTS
- Create exceptional visual design across web and interactive platforms, with a focus on clarity, hierarchy and precision
- Contribute to concept development and carry ideas through to beautifully executed outcomes
- Design systems, interfaces and components that scale across multiple touchpoints and experiences
- Collaborate closely with UX, copy, technology and production to ensure seamless integration of design and functionality
- Translate ideas into sketches, prototypes and high-fidelity designs with speed and accuracy
- Uphold and elevate the level of craft across all work, ensuring consistency and attention to detail at every stage
- Present work with confidence, clearly articulating the thinking behind design decisions
- Work in close partnership with senior creatives to refine and evolve the overall design direction
QUALITIES AND CHARACTERISTICS
- Significant experience in visual and interactive design, ideally within an agency environment
- A portfolio that demonstrates a high level of craft, taste and attention to detail
- Experience designing for large-scale digital platforms or global brand ecosystems
- Strong understanding of layout, typography, motion and interaction design principles
- Ability to move fluidly between concept and execution
- Proficiency in modern design and prototyping tools
- Experience working collaboratively within multidisciplinary teams
- Comfortable operating at pace while maintaining a consistently high standard of output
- Deeply detail-oriented, with a commitment to precision and quality
- Strong sense of visual taste and design judgment
- Curious and thoughtful, with a drive to refine and improve the work
- Calm, focused and solutions-oriented in fast-paced environments
Confident communicator, able to build trust with clients and teams alike
We believe great work happens when we're together, fostering creativity, collaboration, and connection. That's why we’ve adopted a hybrid approach including required in-office days. If you require accommodations or flexibility, please discuss this with the hiring team during the interview process.
AKQA is an equal opportunity employer and considers applicants for all positions without discrimination or regard to particular characteristics. We are committed to fostering a culture of respect in which everyone feels they belong and has the same opportunities to progress in their careers.
About WPP
WPP is the trusted growth partner for the world’s leading brands. We unite cutting-edge media intelligence and data solutions, world-class creativity, next-generation production, transformative enterprise solutions and expert strategic counsel in a single company – powered by exceptional talent and our agentic marketing platform, WPP Open, to help our clients navigate change, capture opportunity and deliver transformational growth. For more information, visit WPP.com.
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