Graphic Designer

AIR Communities • Denver, CO

5d • $65,000 - $75,000 • Onsite

About The Position

AIR Communities is seeking a driven, highly organized, and creative Graphic Designer to join our in-house Creative Team. This mid-level role is ideal for a designer who enjoys balancing creative development with project coordination and execution. The Graphic Designer will manage projects from concept through completion, partnering closely with Marketing, Operations, Development, Project Managers, and external vendors to deliver compelling visual solutions that support leasing, retention, brand awareness, and customer engagement initiatives. Beyond creating exceptional design work, this role requires strong organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to coordinate signage production, installations, vendor communications, timelines, and project deliverables. The successful candidate is both a creative problem-solver and a proactive project manager who thrives in a fast-paced environment with multiple competing priorities.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, Fine Arts, Marketing, or related field.
• 2-4 years of professional graphic design experience, preferably in: Corporate in-house creative teams, Marketing agencies, Real estate, hospitality, retail, or property management organizations.
• Portfolio demonstrating strong design fundamentals and brand-focused creative work.
• Proficiency in: Adobe InDesign, Adobe Photoshop, Adobe Illustrator, Adobe Acrobat.

Nice To Haves

• Experience managing projects, timelines, and multiple stakeholders simultaneously.
• Previous experience coordinating signage, print production, environmental graphics, or installations.
• Basic to intermediate knowledge of: HTML, Figma, After Effects, UX/UI principles, Final Cut Pro or video editing equivalent, Dreamweaver.
• Experience working within established brand standards while contributing fresh creative ideas.
• Familiarity with multifamily, real estate, hospitality, retail, or customer-focused industries.

Responsibilities

• Develop innovative design solutions that support business objectives and enhance the customer experience.
• Create print and digital marketing materials including: Community branding assets, Signage and wayfinding systems, Marketing collateral and brochures, Leasing and sales materials, Print advertising, Email and digital campaigns, Environmental graphics, Presentation materials.
• Ensure consistency across all marketing, branding, and customer-facing communications.
• Maintain and evolve corporate design standards, templates, and visual guidelines.
• Translate business needs into clear, compelling visual communications.
• Manage creative projects from intake through final delivery while maintaining timelines, budgets, and quality standards.
• Coordinate project schedules, deliverables, approvals, and stakeholder communications.
• Partner with internal teams to identify project goals, requirements, and implementation strategies.
• Prioritize multiple projects and adapt quickly to shifting business needs.
• Provide regular status updates and maintain visibility into project progress.
• Coordinate production and installation of temporary and permanent signage, environmental graphics, property branding elements, and marketing displays.
• Serve as liaison between internal stakeholders, vendors, printers, fabricators, and installation partners.
• Review specifications, proofs, and production materials to ensure accuracy and brand compliance.
• Support project execution by helping manage installation timelines, logistics, and quality control.
• Work closely with Creative, Interactive, Marketing, Operations, and Development teams to ensure alignment across initiatives.
• Present creative concepts, mockups, and design recommendations to stakeholders.
• Contribute ideas and best practices that improve workflows, processes, and creative output.
• Support onboarding and knowledge sharing within the Creative Team.
• Stay current on industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices in graphic design, branding, and multifamily marketing.

Benefits

• 25% Rent Discount at any AIR community
• Medical, dental, vision, and life insurance options
• HSA/FSA plans
• Short and long-term disability paid by the company
• 401(k) plan with employer matching contribution up to 6%
• Paid time off including vacation, sick time, and 14 holidays
• Paid parental leave of up to 16 weeks
• Tuition assistance program and up to 100% reimbursement for job-related certifications and licenses
• 15 hours of paid time annually for community service
• Commuter benefits
• Pet insurance
• Consumer discounts on various products and services
• Opportunities for ongoing professional development, leadership training, and career growth

What This Job Offers

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