Graphic Designer

Groundworks•Virginia Beach, VA

3d•Onsite

About The Position

The Graphic Designer designs and produces a variety of projects for Groundworks locations across North America and key company initiatives. Work includes print, digital, email, website, collateral, and out-of-home assets. The role collaborates with the Senior Manager of Graphic Design to maintain visual brand identity and uphold design standards across multiple locations. The designer is expected to be a motivated self-starter and team player who can manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment, prioritize effectively, and take action. Applicants must submit both a resume and a portfolio to be considered. The position is based in Virginia Beach, Virginia. The stated salary range is $50,000–$65,000; the anticipated hiring range for this role in Virginia is $49,379.88–$65,839.84. Final compensation depends on the candidate’s qualifications, relevant experience, demonstrated capabilities, and work location.

Requirements

At least 2 years of professional design experience is preferred.
Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design or a related visual arts program.
A compelling portfolio demonstrating command of fundamental design principles and techniques; applicants must submit a portfolio and resume.
Strong understanding of print and digital media, mobile and desktop usability, visual problem-solving, design principles, layout and composition, visual hierarchy, color, and typography.
Positive, collaborative team player with a go-getter attitude.
Passion for design and keeping up with current trends.
Flexibility to adjust to new tasks as priorities shift.
Desire to learn and grow within an international brand.
Ability to receive and understand constructive criticism and feedback and adapt to those needs.
Highly proficient in macOS and experienced working in a Mac-based creative environment.
Proficient in Adobe Creative Cloud, primarily InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop.
Experience with Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, PowerPoint, and Excel.
Familiarity with emerging AI tools for sourcing, generating, and enhancing imagery; use AI to complement original creative work rather than replace it, and stay current with evolving technologies and industry trends.
Basic prepress and production knowledge.
Open to working additional time when necessary.

Nice To Haves

Experience in large-format print production and vehicle wrap design.
AfterEffects experience.
Experience with Google Web Designer, Adobe Express, Canva, or Figma.
Strong copywriting, content structure, and storytelling abilities.
Knowledge of Monday.com project management software.

Responsibilities

Drive projects from start to finish, ensuring quality and stakeholder needs are met.
Partially or fully manage project needs for specific departments or channels.
Design, scale, and rebrand print materials, including publication ads, direct mailers, internal flyers, billboards, and large-format signs.
Design, scale, and rebrand digital graphics, including web display banners, social media graphics, email layouts, and website campaign assets.
Develop logos and custom infographics for Marketing and internal departments.
Create graphic and presentation templates for company-wide use.
Edit and manipulate photos for print and digital graphics.
Assist with building, maintaining, and managing a design asset library, brand standards, and guidelines.
Adhere to budgets, timelines, and work plans so efforts support departmental and company objectives.
Assist with file organization in the Air digital asset management platform.
Assist with other design and creative tasks as they arise.