Email Designer at LE2 See’s Candies, Inc. — San Francisco, CA

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'Quality without Compromise' is not just a motto at See’s Candies. It is the most important ingredient in our recipe for success. See’s Candies has been in business since 1921 and maintains a reputation for producing the highest quality candy and providing superior customer service.

See’s is a leader in the confectionery industry with over 250 retail shops across the USA, a growing e-commerce business, and expanding opportunities internationally. We are seeking friendly, enthusiastic individuals who are passionate about helping us grow and thrive in our second century.

Job Description Summary:

Position Objective: Concept and execute visually compelling, performance-driven email campaigns that support marketing strategy and brand vision across channels. This role is focused on delivering high-quality email creative—from concept through production—while collaborating closely with cross-functional teams to ensure accuracy, consistency, and optimal performance.

The pay range for this position is expected to be $90,000 - $105,000 annually; however, base pay offered may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

Job Description

Job Responsibilities

• Develop on-brand creative for a variety of marketing and transactional email communications, ensuring consistency with brand standards and adherence to email design best practices.
• Translate creative briefs into effective email designs that balance visual storytelling, UX principles, and business objectives. Apply established templates, design systems, and workflows to maintain efficiency and scalability across campaigns.
• Collaborate with marketing, e-commerce, and development teams to ensure emails are responsive, accessible, and optimized across devices and platforms. Incorporate feedback from stakeholders and iterate on designs to meet business and creative goals.
• Support A/B testing initiatives by developing variations of layouts, messaging, and visuals to optimize performance metrics such as click-through and conversion rates.
• Contribute to broader 360° marketing initiatives, including ecommerce assets, paid and organic social, and other digital touchpoints as needed.
• All See’s staff must be committed to the company’s core principles and workplace values, including a demonstrated commitment to diversity and inclusion.

Candidate Profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Design, Art, or a related field (or equivalent experience).
• 3+ years of design experience in an in-house retail, brand, or agency environment, with a strong focus on email design.
• A portfolio showcasing strong digital design skills, particularly in email, including typography, layout, and responsive design.
• Solid understanding of email marketing best practices, including responsive design, accessibility, and deliverability considerations.
• Proficiency in UX/UI principles and designing for both desktop and mobile experiences.
• Advanced proficiency in Figma and Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Acrobat); basic animation/GIF creation skills a plus.
• Working knowledge of HTML and CSS as it relates to email design; familiarity with Email Service Providers (ESPs) and CRM platforms preferred.
• Strong attention to detail, organization, and time management skills; ability to manage multiple projects and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative mindset with strong communication skills and the ability to take direction and incorporate feedback effectively.
• Self-motivated, adaptable, and solutions-oriented with a positive approach to working in a dynamic environment.
• Proficiency in Mac OS and common business tools (Excel, Google Workspace, PowerPoint); experience with project management tools a plus.

The total compensation package for this position may also include other elements, in addition to a full range of generous medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and parental leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an employee receives an offer of employment. If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.

See's is an EOE See’s will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable local, state or federal law (including San Francisco Ordinance #131192 and Los Angeles Municipal Code 189.00).