Graphic Designer

Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP•Washington, DC

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP, a multidisciplinary, integrated national professional services firm, is seeking a highly experienced Graphic Designer. This role will support visual storytelling across internal communications, marketing, and business development, helping to shape how people experience the firm and how clients perceive it. The ideal candidate will have a strong design sensibility, deep brand stewardship, and a sophisticated understanding of professional services environments. This position partners closely with Communications, Marketing, Business Development, and firm leadership to translate complex information into compelling, accessible, and on-brand visual content.

Requirements

5+ years of professional graphic design experience, preferably within a legal, consulting, financial services, or other professional services environment.
Exceptional proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop); strong PowerPoint skills required.
Strong typography, layout, and visual storytelling skills, with a keen eye for detail and polish.
Experience designing for digital platforms (e.g., intranets, email communications) is highly desirable.
Ability to think strategically and translate abstract or complex content into effective visual narratives.
Strong communication and collaboration skills; comfortable working with senior leaders and cross-functional teams.
Highly organized, proactive, and adept at managing competing priorities.
High degree of professionalism, discretion, and integrity.
Comfortable working in a fast-paced, matrixed environment with evolving priorities.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Must have exceptional organizational skills and strong attention to detail.
Demonstrated reliability and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a hybrid (remote and in-office) team environment.

Responsibilities

Design high-quality assets across digital and print channels, including presentations, infographics, email, newsletters, website and intranet content, executive reports, digital signage, and internal collateral.
Translate complex legal, business, and consulting concepts into clear, visually compelling materials for diverse internal audiences.
Conceptualize and execute engaging visual solutions for firmwide and practice-level communications, including leadership messages, strategic initiatives, DEI programs, training, technology communications, talent communications, and internal campaigns.
Serve as a visual thought partner to internal stakeholders, recommending creative approaches that elevate clarity, engagement, and impact.
Ensure all communications align with firm brand standards, tone, and visual identity while evolving the look and feel to keep content modern and engaging.
Maintain and refine internal design templates and toolkits to promote consistency and efficiency across teams.
Partner closely with senior leadership and executive communications teams to produce polished, presentation-ready materials for firm meetings, town halls, retreats, and strategic updates.
Exercise discretion and sound judgment when handling sensitive or confidential information.
Collaborate with Communications, Marketing, Business Development, Business Professionals, Firm leadership and external vendors as needed to deliver integrated solutions.
Manage multiple projects simultaneously, balancing speed, accuracy, and creative excellence in a deadline-driven environment.