Graphic Designer (Marketing)

METRO • Houston, TX

1d • $63,200 - $82,800

About The Position

The Graphic Designer (Marketing) supports METRO’s visual storytelling and business goals by designing high-quality design deliverables for traditional, digital, and mobile channels. This role supports internal and external marketing and advertising and ensures work aligns with all marketing guidelines and objectives. Performs duties in a safe, efficient manner and in compliance with applicable rules, procedures, safety standards, and regulatory requirements.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication, Art and Design or related field is required.
• Minimum of three (3) years of professional graphic design experience for traditional and digital channels, with a strong portfolio demonstrating design expertise and creative problem solving, from concept development through final execution and deployment across multiple brand touchpoints.
• Comprehensive knowledge of principles for design, layout, hierarchy, composition, typography, and user experience.
• Advanced proficiency with Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, In Design, Photoshop); After Effects a plus.
• Highly skilled with illustrating original vector artwork.
• Experience using AI-supported creative tools.
• Proficiency with Microsoft 365.
• Detail-oriented, with superb project and time management skills.
• Excellent communication (written/verbal) and interpersonal skills with the ability to work independently while contributing to a collaborative team environment.

Nice To Haves

• Brand and/or agency experience are strongly preferred.
• After Effects a plus.

Responsibilities

• Collaborates with cross-functional teams to gather project requirements; share ideas; formulate and refine design strategy; and produce on-time deliverables aligned with business objectives.
• Applies knowledge of METRO transit services and customer insights to develop creative design assets that resonate with audiences.
• Elevates brand experience with fresh, inspiring designs that reflect best practices, sound strategic judgment and attention to detail – ensuring consistency across all touchpoints.
• Blends traditional design techniques with responsible AI-supported content creation.
• Manages multiple design projects and shifting priorities, ensuring all deadlines are met.
• Applies knowledge of METRO services to assist in proofing copy for all assigned design projects.
• Illustrates original vector artwork for campaigns, effectively conveying intended message and visual direction.
• Prepares print-ready artwork and coordinates with Printing Services for production.
• Provides oversight of external campaign installations to ensure accurate placement.
• Supports enhancement and maintenance of Authority’s brand standards and guidelines, including logo usage, typography, color palettes and layout standards.
• Stays current with industry trends, accessibility standards and emerging technologies.
• Provides excellent customer service to METRO internal and external customers.
• Applies Safety Management System (SMS) methods and principles in daily routine and supports all aspects of the agency’s Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan (PTASP).
• Promotes safety awareness and follows safety procedures to reduce or eliminate accidents.
• Performs other job-related duties as required.

Benefits

• Zero-tolerance drug and alcohol policy for all employees.
• Internal and external applicants will be required to undergo drug testing before employment and will be subject to further drug and/or alcohol testing throughout their employment.
• Employees who perform safety-sensitive functions will submit to drug and/or alcohol testing in accordance to the Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) regulatory requirements.
• Equal opportunity to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, veteran status, genetic information or disability.

What This Job Offers

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