Graphic Designer

Gensler•Washington, DC

13d•$65,000 - $80,000•Onsite

About The Position

At Gensler, design is not just what we do—it’s who we are. We’re looking for a highly creative and strategic designer to partner with our Regional Managing Principal (RMP) team in shaping impactful presentation decks and communication materials. This role goes beyond design—it’s about storytelling, message-building, and transforming complex ideas into compelling visual and verbal narratives that inspire confidence and clarity. What You Will Do Collaborate directly with Regional Managing Principals to design and deliver high-impact presentation decks, reports, and branded communications that connect strategy to story. Conduct research and gather context to understand the organizational, cultural, and business drivers behind each project. Translate abstract concepts into thoughtful, documented design solutions that resonate with diverse audiences—generating multiple initial ideas and refining through collaboration and feedback. Integrate messaging, imagery, typography, and composition to build brand-forward materials across print, digital, and presentation platforms. Prepare polished, production-ready artwork and documentation for presentations and collateral. Contribute to all phases of communication design, from concepting, design development, refinement, through to finalization. Handle all communications and materials with a high level of confidentiality, discretion, and sensitivity. Beyond supporting the RMP team, collaborate with HR, Finance, Marketing, and Talent Development to bring clarity and creativity to internal initiatives, while prioritizing RMP projects and initiatives. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of architects, designers, and business leaders, balancing input and ensuring clarity and alignment with Gensler’s brand voice. Expectations Deliver thoughtful, creative, and sophisticated communications and design solutions that meet expectations for quality, timeliness, and impact. Build trusted relationships with leaders and colleagues across the firm. Engage with curiosity and collaboration—ask questions, seek input, and draw inspiration from Gensler’s diverse portfolio of work. Trusted to manage sensitive information with discretion, maintaining a high level of confidentiality. Represent Gensler’s One-Firm-Firm values: collaboration, entrepreneurial spirit, client focus, ethics, and fun. Contribute to our culture of creativity and design excellence, elevating both the message and the medium.

Requirements

Hands-on designer and storyteller with a strong visual eye and a passion for crafting compelling narratives.
Confident communicator who can simplify complex ideas into clear, powerful visual and verbal messages.
Flexible and thoughtful; able to view challenges from multiple perspectives and adapt designs accordingly.
Collaborative partner who values feedback, iteration, and collective design excellence over ego.
Strong time management skills; able to prioritize executive deliverables while managing parallel team projects.
Expertise in Adobe Creative Suite (Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop), PowerPoint/Keynote, and MS Office.
2-8 years of relevant experience.
To be considered, please submit your resume along with a portfolio that showcases your ability to translate information into thoughtful, compelling design solutions.

Nice To Haves

Familiarity with motion graphics, video editing, or interactive design a plus.

Responsibilities

Collaborate directly with Regional Managing Principals to design and deliver high-impact presentation decks, reports, and branded communications that connect strategy to story.
Conduct research and gather context to understand the organizational, cultural, and business drivers behind each project.
Translate abstract concepts into thoughtful, documented design solutions that resonate with diverse audiences—generating multiple initial ideas and refining through collaboration and feedback.
Integrate messaging, imagery, typography, and composition to build brand-forward materials across print, digital, and presentation platforms.
Prepare polished, production-ready artwork and documentation for presentations and collateral.
Contribute to all phases of communication design, from concepting, design development, refinement, through to finalization.
Handle all communications and materials with a high level of confidentiality, discretion, and sensitivity.
Beyond supporting the RMP team, collaborate with HR, Finance, Marketing, and Talent Development to bring clarity and creativity to internal initiatives, while prioritizing RMP projects and initiatives.
Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team of architects, designers, and business leaders, balancing input and ensuring clarity and alignment with Gensler’s brand voice.
Deliver thoughtful, creative, and sophisticated communications and design solutions that meet expectations for quality, timeliness, and impact.
Build trusted relationships with leaders and colleagues across the firm.
Engage with curiosity and collaboration—ask questions, seek input, and draw inspiration from Gensler’s diverse portfolio of work.
Trusted to manage sensitive information with discretion, maintaining a high level of confidentiality.
Represent Gensler’s One-Firm-Firm values: collaboration, entrepreneurial spirit, client focus, ethics, and fun.
Contribute to our culture of creativity and design excellence, elevating both the message and the medium.

Benefits

comprehensive benefits package
medical
dental
vision
disability
wellness programs
flex spending
paid holidays
paid time off
401k
profit sharing
employee stock ownership
twice annual bonus opportunities
reimbursement for certain professional licenses and associated renewals and exam fees
reimburse tuition for certain eligible programs or classes