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Graphic Designer

Lensa โ€ข Chicago, United States of America ๐Ÿ‡บ๐Ÿ‡ธ

Hybrid $60,000 - $75,000 Full-time

Ghafari seeks a Graphic Designer to support the Marketing Department in promoting and elevating the firmโ€™s image and growth through the design of compelling visuals.

Responsibilities

  • Conceptualize and design visual assets โ€“ including digital and print media โ€“ consistent with corporate image and brand identity
  • Design and implement branded templates for company-wide and marketing-specific use
  • Support Ghafariโ€™s business development efforts by: Collaborating with business development team members on specialized presentations and other marketing / sales collateral; Interfacing with management and technical teams to generate compelling marketing materials and infographics that communicate the companyโ€™s value proposition
  • Photograph company events, staff, and local projects for use in marketing collateral
  • Coordinate professional third-party photography of events, projects, and office environment
  • Coordinate events such as technology showcases, trade shows, conferences, educational symposiums, and career fairs, and design supporting display materials
  • Generate content ideas and develop posts for social media
  • Champion the Ghafari brand, ensuring all marketing and promotional materials follow corporate brand standards
  • Coordinate the design, production, and procurement of branded promotional items
  • Assist in promoting a proactive sales and marketing culture throughout the organization

Requirements

  • Bachelorโ€™s degree in graphic design, marketing, or related field
  • Minimum of 3 years of experience in a graphic design role
  • Architecture / Engineering / Construction industry experience preferred
  • Computer literacy for all major business programs and email systems; proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator) and Microsoft Office programs required
  • Creative but pragmatic designer who can drive out-of-the-box thinking while developing functional solutions that align with the company brand system
  • Ability to work well both independently and cooperatively with team members inside and outside of the Marketing Department
  • Energetic team player who can work comfortably with people of diverse skills, experience levels, and perspectives, including senior management
  • Excellent attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills
  • Ability to work on multiple assignments / deadlines simultaneously while maintaining a high level of quality
  • Photography skills are a plus

Key Skills

  • Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator)
  • Microsoft Office programs
  • Creative but pragmatic designer
  • Ability to work well both independently and cooperatively with team members
  • Energetic team player
  • Excellent attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills
  • Ability to work on multiple assignments / deadlines simultaneously
  • Photography skills

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability
  • 401(k) match
  • Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts
  • Teladoc, Employee Assistance Program
  • Professional License Reimbursement, Educational Assistance
  • Voluntary Pet Insurance, Parental Leave
  • Paid Time Off, and 8 Paid Holidays

About Lensa

Since 1982, Ghafari Associates has taken a personal approach to highly technical projects in complex markets, blending insight with technological innovation to help clients elevate their efficiency, sustainability, and impact.

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