Lead visual designer
We are looking for a Lead Visual Designer to join our team in Stockholm, Sweden.
Klättermusen is looking for a senior-level Lead Visual Designer to join our in-house creative team in Stockholm. This is not a stepping-stone or a production-only role. We’re looking for someone with solid experience in identity design, campaign systems and creative concepting; someone who’s not only a great designer, but also a sharp thinker and a reliable design leader.
You’ll partner closely with the Creative Lead and work hands-on across all brand and commercial channels, from seasonal storytelling and marketing assets to digital toolkits and long-term design systems. You’ll also guide and support two Graphic Designers, helping them grow, stretch their ideas, and elevate their craft.
This is a role for a senior visual designer who’s ready to step into more ownership, without needing a people-management track. You’ll thrive here if you enjoy working strategically and executionally in equal measure, and if you know how to translate brand values into clear and consistent design work across formats.
Your responsibilities will include:
- Lead design execution across digital and physical touchpoints: including e-com, social, paid ads, newsletters, POS and wholesale
- Shape campaign visuals and seasonal design direction from brief to delivery
- Push creative concepts further through smart, clear, visual storytelling
- Build and maintain design systems and templates that improve consistency and efficiency
- Guide and coach junior designers, supporting their development and sharpening ideas
- Collaborate with the Creative Lead and Art Director to connect strategy with execution
- Step into hands-on design work as needed, especially for complex or high-visibility projects
- Help structure the way we work, from process and planning to review rounds and file hygiene
- 7+ years of experience in brand design, visual communication or related creative roles
- Proven experience designing and evolving brand identities and design systems
- A broad and relevant portfolio spanning digital, print, and branding. Not just nice visuals, but clear thinking and campaign execution
- Confidence coaching or mentoring other creatives
- Strong foundation in layout, typography, composition and visual hierarchy
- High-level skills in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign). Bonus if you’ve worked in After Effects, Figma, Miro or Canva
- Sharp eye for quality, consistency and craft, you care about the kerning, but also about why it matters
- Comfortable working in a high-paced environment with multiple projects and stakeholders
- Like turning a good idea into a great one
- Care about the work, but don’t take yourself too seriously
- Can balance flexibility with structure, and know when to push and when to zoom out
- Enjoy building things that scale: from campaign systems to process improvements
- Are curious about the outdoors and how brand, culture and performance design can intersect
Why Klättermusen?
Since 1975, Klättermusen has built uncompromising mountaineering equipment, balancing durability, performance and environmental responsibility. Our gear is made to handle the harshest conditions on Earth and is designed with intention, character and care.We're a small, global team that values progressive thinking, craft, and creative exploration.
How to apply
Please submit your CV, a portfolio showcasing a wide range of relevant work (branding, campaigns, systems, digital), and a brief cover letter sharing why you're interested in this role.
Applications without a portfolio or cover letter will not be considered.
The position is a full-time position based in Stockholm. Start date: Flexible, ideally Autumn 2025
We only accept applications through this channel. Your application will be stored in our database, and we will contact you if a suitable position becomes available. Applications will be handled on an ongoing basis.