Graphic Design Coordinator

Seamon, Whiteside and Assoc • Charlotte, NC

2d • Hybrid

About The Position

SeamonWhiteside (SW+) is seeking a creative, detail-oriented Graphic Design Coordinator to bring the SW+ brand to life across print and digital channels. This role will lead the day-to-day design and production of high-quality marketing materials, translating technical information and project stories into clear, compelling visuals. The Graphic Design Coordinator will collaborate with business development, human resources, technical teams, and leadership to create consistent, polished work that supports brand awareness, client engagement, recruiting, culture, and strategic pursuits. The ideal candidate pairs strong design instincts with reliable production skills, manages multiple creative requests with care, and is comfortable moving from concept development through final files. This role is primarily responsible for graphic design and ensuring consistent brand execution across the organization, while also providing support for proposal writing. This role supports all SW+ offices and is open to candidates in Charlotte, NC, or Mount Pleasant, SC. The primary work location will be determined by the candidate selected for the position.

About Us
Since the company’s beginning in 1985, we’ve blended the disciplines of civil engineering and landscape architecture from concept to completion to create places of legacy and inspiration for our clients, community, and family. There is a big difference in how engineers and landscape architects visualize a project. At SW+, we approach every plan from both points of view, working together to create a successfully integrated venture. In our world, that’s a good thing. With the goal of being the best design firm in the region, the SW+ leadership team continues to attract the brightest talent, each with a unique expertise in one of the many facets of land design. SW+ has a diverse portfolio at a variety of scales in both the public and private sectors, including mixed-use commercial developments, urban and suburban multifamily, healthcare, office, high-end resort, and parks and recreation projects. With over 200 employees and offices in Mount Pleasant, Greenville, Summerville, Spartanburg, and Columbia, SC, as well as Charlotte and Raleigh, NC, SW+ inspires employees to stand behind its tagline, “Elevating the site design experience.” Company culture is at the core of who we are. SW+ offers a mentorship program and other professional growth opportunities. In addition, company-sponsored events such as golf tournaments, sports teams, and happy hours, along with philanthropic endeavors, provide opportunities throughout the year to lift morale and strengthen bonds between coworkers.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in graphic design, visual communication, marketing, communications, or a related field preferred; equivalent relevant experience considered
• A minimum of 2 years’ experience in professional graphic design, marketing design, or creative production experience preferred
• Portfolio demonstrating strong layout, typography, visual hierarchy, brand application, and print and digital design capabilities
• Proficiency in Adobe Creative Cloud, especially InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop
• Strong understanding of typography, composition, color, image selection, visual hierarchy, and brand systems
• Excellent creative judgment with the ability to balance fresh ideas and established brand standards
• Strong organizational and project management skills, with the ability to manage concurrent assignments and shifting priorities
• Clear written, verbal, and visual communication skills
• Detail-oriented and accurate, with a disciplined approach to file organization, version control, and quality assurance
• Collaborative, service-minded, and comfortable receiving and incorporating feedback
• Proactive problem solver with a positive, solution-oriented attitude
• Able to work independently while contributing effectively in a team environment
• Familiarity with Microsoft PowerPoint and other Microsoft 365 applications preferred

Nice To Haves

• Experience in the architecture, engineering, construction, or professional services industry is a plus

Responsibilities

• Design and produce brand-aligned marketing materials, including brochures, project sheets, qualifications packages, presentations, advertisements, event graphics, signage, social media graphics, recruiting materials, and internal communications
• Develop visual concepts and layouts that make complex technical content clear, engaging, and easy to navigate
• Create and refine templates, graphic systems, and reusable assets that improve consistency and efficiency across the company
• Prepare production-ready files for professional printing and digital distribution, including quality control for color, typography, image resolution, bleeds, links, and final output
• Edit, retouch, color-correct, and organize photography and other visual assets for use across marketing channels
• Maintain and evolve the company’s library of brand assets, templates, project imagery, icons, graphics, and marketing collateral
• Partner with marketing and internal subject matter experts to gather content, recommend creative approaches, and carry projects from initial concept through final delivery
• Support brand stewardship by applying company standards consistently and helping internal teams use approved templates and assets effectively
• Manage multiple creative assignments, priorities, review cycles, and deadlines while maintaining accuracy and design quality
• Provide design and production support for select proposals and interview materials, including layouts, graphics, resumes, project sheets, covers, and final document assembly
• Proofread and review materials for visual consistency, formatting, accuracy, and overall presentation quality
• Coordinate with printers, vendors, and other production partners as needed to ensure quality and timely delivery

Benefits

• Flexible schedule (Work/Life Balance)
• 10 Company Paid Holidays
• 100% Company-paid Dental, STD, LTD, and Term Life Insurance
• Monthly Cell Phone Reimbursement
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Medical, Vision, Voluntary Term Life, Accidental, Critical Illness, Allstate Term to 100 Life Insurance, and Nationwide Pet Insurance.
• 401K with employer match
• Health Savings Account (HSA)/ Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Wellness Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level