Senior Designer

Develop bold, strategically grounded ideas that make brands stand out

Push beyond the obvious, shaping and refining concepts into their strongest form

Translate strategy into distinctive brand worlds, shaping identities, packaging and visual systems that bring brands to life.

Deliver exceptional craft with precision and care

Play an active role in creative reviews, helping raise the bar across the studio

Build inspiring, well structured presentations and decks that influence decision making

Lead through the quality of your work, setting the standard for concept and craft across projects

Guide and support Midweight Designers, offering clear, constructive feedback and guidance

Take ownership of design rollouts, ensuring consistency and attention to detail throughout

Confidently contribute to creative reviews and begin presenting to clients, building trust and relationships

Develop a strong understanding of our clients’ brands, proactively identifying opportunities to strengthen and grow them

Integrate AI tools into concept exploration and development

Use AI to improve speed, iteration and creative depth

Stay curious about emerging tools and smarter ways of working

Share useful workflows and learning with the studio

Bring ambition without ego

​Raise standards inline with our creative ambition while staying collaborative and open

Support and encourage those around you

Care deeply about the beverage culture, brands, craft

Contribute positively to a studio culture that values both quality and enjoyment

Deliver work to a consistently high creative standard

Meet agreed timelines and commitments

Maintain strong attention to detail under pressure

Take responsibility for the quality of your output

5+ years experience in branding and packaging design

A strong portfolio demonstrating concept thinking and craft excellence

Experience developing brand systems and packaging rollouts

A genuine passion for brand, design and visual storytelling

This role is only open to those who can work 1 to 2 days a week in person with our teams in Glasgow, London or Bristol

At Thirst, how we work together matters just as much as the work we create. We believe great work comes from different perspectives and experiences, and we’re committed to building a team where people feel respected, supported and able to contribute their ideas. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences. If you need any adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know and we’ll be happy to support.

To help us understand your experience and approach to the role, please include short answers to the following questions when submitting your application.

Concept & Craft
Tell us about a project you are most proud of and that best represents you as a creative. What was the strategic challenge, your design insight and how your idea evolved into the final execution?

AI & Creative Workflow
How are you currently using AI in your creative process? Be specific about tools and examples, and explain how it has strengthened your work.
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Time Management
This role involves working across multiple live projects at once. How do you maintain creative quality while managing deadlines?
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When working remotely on creative projects, what do you do to ensure collaboration and momentum don’t suffer compared to working in a studio?