Graphic Design Manager | East & Central Regions

About the role

You’re a creative and strategic design leader with a talent for transforming ideas into compelling visual stories that strengthen the brand and support business goals. You bring strong technical design expertise, sound creative judgment, and a collaborative approach. You thrive in a fast-paced environment, balancing multiple priorities while providing creative direction across property marketing, business development, and brand initiatives. Adaptable and resourceful, you consistently deliver innovative, high-quality work aligned with brand standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead execution of complex design projects, including brochures, proposals, offering memoranda, social media, and presentations.
• Serve as a brand champion, ensuring all creative deliverables align with brand standards and client objectives.
• Lead creative direction for assigned projects from concept development to final production and contribute to broader design strategy.
• Manage multiple concurrent projects, effectively prioritizing work to meet deadlines without compromising quality.
• Use the internal workflow management tool and intake form to track projects and requests.
• Develop advanced interactive and multimedia presentations for client pitches and marketing initiatives using tools such as PowerPoint, the Adobe Suite and Ceros.
• Provide clear direction and feedback on creative concepts, design execution, and brand alignment to ensure excellence across all deliverables.
• Create and refine visual elements, such as maps, infographics, floor plans, and charts, that clearly communicate complex information.
• Ensure timely delivery of high-impact design solutions for both digital and print marketing efforts.
• Customize templates and layouts to meet unique project needs while maintaining brand integrity.
• Collaborate with regional leadership to translate strategic objectives into compelling visual solutions.
• Manage and optimize internal asset libraries, templates, and file management systems.
• Prepare production-ready files for printers, vendors, and digital platforms.
• Conduct quality reviews and approve final creative outputs for accuracy and brand compliance.
• Troubleshoot design challenges when necessary.
• Champion the use of brand tools, templates, and systems to drive consistency and efficiency.
• Integrate strong visual storytelling into all deliverables to enhance engagement and impact.
• Advise project teams and stakeholders on the appropriate use of Colliers, client, or property branding in alignment with brand governance and marketing strategy.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, marketing, or related field preferred.
• 5–7 years of progressive design experience, including work across multiple markets.
• Experience in commercial real estate, B2B services, or a professional services environment required.
• Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop).
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint, Word).
• Experience with digital tools such as Ceros, Adobe Express, After Effects, or Adobe Premiere is a plus.
• Experience with print production processes and digital asset formatting.
• Expertise with strategic layout design and visual storytelling for high-impact presentations.
• Experience and interest in leveraging creative AI tools to drive productivity.
• Strong design aesthetic, including visual storytelling, layout judgment, and creative design solutions across print and digital media.
• Responsive, adaptable, and resourceful in a fast-paced environment with multiple deadlines and working with minimal direction/supervision.
• Exceptional leadership, collaboration, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• High degree of professionalism and passion for success.
• Commitment to maintaining brand standards and consistency across all materials.

Pay

Approximate salary range for this role (Chicago, IL hybrid): $95,108 to $110,000 USD. Individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. This position is eligible for an annual bonus based on company and individual performance.

Benefits

• Employer-subsidized medical, dental, and vision benefits for employees and their families.
• Employer-paid basic life/AD&D insurance and short-term/long-term disability.
• 401(k) plan with employer match.
• 10 days of sick leave annually.
• Minimum 15 days vacation annually (certain senior-level roles eligible for unlimited time off).
• 10 paid holidays plus two personal flex days per calendar year.
• Paid parental leave: 12 weeks for birth parents, 4 weeks for non-birth parents (including adoptive/foster parents), available after 90 days of employment.
• Additional or different benefits may apply under applicable state law.

Schedule

Hybrid role based out of any of the states listed in the job posting; specific location noted as Chicago, IL (Hybrid).