Junior Graphic Designer

About the Role

The Junior Graphic Designer supports the firm’s brand presence through engaging, high-quality visual content across digital and print platforms. This role works closely with the Senior Marketing Brand Manager and collaborates across teams to develop assets that align with Dean Dorton’s visual identity and enhance both external marketing and internal communications. This role is ideal for a creative, detail-oriented designer who thrives in a collaborative environment and is eager to learn and grow while contributing fresh ideas and innovative design solutions.

Responsibilities

Technical Definition

• Support the firm’s brand and marketing initiatives through creative content development, including:
  • Designing marketing collateral such as brochures, presentations, social media graphics, event signage, and advertisements
  • Creating visual assets for digital platforms such as the website, email campaigns, and internal newsletters
  • Ensuring all creative aligns with brand guidelines and maintains a consistent visual identity
  • Assisting with video, photography, and multimedia projects as needed

Behavioral Definition

• Demonstrate collaboration, creativity, and professionalism in all marketing interactions, including:
  • Communicating effectively with team members and stakeholders to understand creative needs
  • Receiving and incorporating feedback into design iterations
  • Balancing multiple projects while meeting deadlines and upholding quality standards
  • Partnering with the Senior Marketing Brand Manager to evolve and uphold brand identity

Non-Charge Definition

• Contribute to the growth, efficiency, and innovation of the marketing function beyond day-to-day design work, including:
  • Organizing design files, templates, and brand assets for team-wide access
  • Proactively learning new design tools, trends, and techniques
  • Supporting firmwide employee communications and internal initiatives with visual assets
  • Participating in team meetings, process improvements, and brainstorming sessions

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, or related field (or equivalent experience)
• 1–3 years of experience in graphic design, preferably within a marketing, agency, or corporate environment
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop)
• Familiarity with video editing and motion graphics tools (Premiere Pro or After Effects a plus)
• Strong attention to detail with an eye for typography, layout, and color
• Excellent communication and organizational skills
• Familiarity with digital marketing platforms and social media design best practices

Skills

• Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Premiere Pro, After Effects)
• Canva or similar lightweight design platforms
• Microsoft Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)
• Project management tools (e.g., Asana, Monday.com)

Travel

Occasional travel to Dean Dorton offices or events may be required.

Benefits

• Flexible work schedules and environment
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid family leave, medical leave, and maternity/paternity leave programs
• Retirement benefits, including a best-in-class employer match and automatic profit sharing
• Telemedicine, mental health resources, and wellness program reimbursement