SmithGroup - Senior Graphic Designer

Graphic Designer is needed in Phoenix, United States.

Client: SmithGroup

Location: Phoenix, AZ

Contract: Full-time, Full-time, Part-time

Job Description

SmithGroup is an award-winning, integrated design firm that blends research, data, and technology with innovation and a creative spirit to deliver resilient, inclusive spaces that solve our clients’ greatest challenges. Our teams create exceptional design solutions for various sectors. We are looking for passionate problem solvers who want to elevate design, push boundaries, and move us closer to a carbon-free future. The Phoenix office of SmithGroup is searching for a Senior Graphic Designer to join our team.

In this role, you will:

• Develop proposals, qualifications, and presentation graphics.
• Assist in implementation and evolution of corporate identity across all internal design materials.
• Execute the design for both printed and digital pieces including brochures, newsletters, award submissions, emailers, banners, videos, and signage.
• Contribute to the design and presentation of client projects by collaborating with a senior designer.
• Collaborate with team members across disciplines and geographic locations.
• Support concept development for printed and digital pieces.
• Create brand materials through design innovation and attention to detail.
• Maintain knowledge of design trends and suggest creative ideas within SmithGroup brand guidelines.
• Help analyze client needs and recommend suitable approaches.
• Support the evolution of the SmithGroup brand and assist in developing marketing strategies.
• Participate in peer reviews of draft documents for visual consistency.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Fine Arts, Graphic Design, Marketing, or a related field or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• 4-6 years of related experience and/or training.
• Demonstrated proficiency in InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, Bridge, Word, Acrobat, and PowerPoint.
• Knowledge of Deltek Vision, Microsoft Outlook, SharePoint, Excel, and Database programs preferred.
• Ability to understand layout principles for marketing materials.
• Strong eye for design details, such as typography and alignment.
• Ability to summarize text and craft effective written messages.
• Knowledge of the print process and experience working directly with print vendors.
• Understanding of video creation and editing tools, such as Adobe Premiere Pro, is a plus.
• Familiarity with other presentation technologies is a plus.