Graphic Designer II

Responsibilities

• Translates the firm’s business goals and design briefs into compelling, cohesive visual concepts.
• Designs and implements a visual identity in a way that ensures the integrity, consistency, and clarity of the firm’s branding and messaging across all touchpoints.
• Determines the medium best suited to produce the desired effect and the most appropriate vehicle for communication.
• Develops concepts and graphic elements to meet project objectives and prepares layouts to be rendered using professional design software.
• Willingness to work on anything and everything from fully integrated campaigns to presentation decks.
• Comprehends, communicates, and addresses client goals, budgets, and revisions throughout the design process; works closely with the Creative Project Manager to ensure all deadlines are met.
• Uses existing photo and illustration libraries and typography guides to produce solutions that meet internal clients’ communication needs.
• Creates original artwork, when needed.
• Safeguards all files are press-ready and checked for quality prior to release to outside vendors; attends press checks to verify accuracy, and quality standards are met when necessary.
• Supports Digital Design team on web-based and interactive applications.
• Supports video team with designs and engaging motion graphics for video projects.
• Designs environmental graphics and office signage systems.
• Serves as a design champion and seizes opportunities to educate colleagues and firm staff on the strategic potential of design as a tool for competitive advantage.
• Presents design solutions, user insights, and strategic approaches to key stakeholders.
• Maintains high standards of quality and makes sure only the best work is released to the client.
• Collaborates across the organization to drive up standards of design creativity.
• Stays up-to-date of new trends and emerging technologies to improve the quality of their work.
• Affords support to day-to-day operations of the brand function.
• Availability to work outside regular hours for high-profile projects if necessary.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Must have a strong and dynamic design portfolio.
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, and After Effects).
• Experience with Figma is a plus.
• Dual proficiency in Mac and PC platforms required.
• A solid understanding of design principles and fundamentals, as well as print production processes, is required.
• Experience in motion graphics and video editing is a major plus.
• Experience in Cinema 4D or other 3D software is a plus.
• Must have strong communication and interpersonal skills with a focus on customer service.
• Must have a solid working knowledge of Microsoft Office software, including PowerPoint and Word.
• The ability to leverage AI tools to enhance the design workflow is highly desired.
• Must have demonstrated follow-through and be a self-starter.
• Ability to successfully work within a team environment as well as effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Excellent organizational skills are necessary to manage multiple projects on an ongoing basis.
• Excellent digital file management skills required.

Desired Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design or related field.
• 3 years of professional print and digital design experience.
• Proven work experience as a Graphic Designer or similar role required.