Proposal & Marketing Specialist

Shield Casework•Kansas City, KS

2d•Onsite

About The Position

At SHIELD, we design, build, and install premium custom locker rooms and healthcare casework for professional sports teams, universities, and world-class medical facilities across the U.S. The Proposal & Marketing Specialist plays a critical role in bringing Shield's story to life through high-quality proposals and marketing materials. This role is responsible for the execution, design, and production of compelling, on-brand deliverables that support business development and marketing efforts across all DI&CO companies. This position requires a strong balance of design expertise, project coordination, and communication skills, along with the ability to translate complex ideas into clear, engaging, and visually impactful content.

Requirements

Strong layout, typography, and visual storytelling skills
Ability to translate strategy and messaging into clear, compelling visuals
Excellent organizational and time management, with the ability to manage multiple deadlines simultaneously
High attention to detail and commitment to quality
Strong collaboration and interpersonal skills; able to work effectively across teams and personalities
Clear, professional, and diplomatic communication skills
Comfort working in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments
Proactive problem-solving mindset with the ability to bring clarity to ambiguity
Ability to give and receive feedback constructively
Curiosity about industry trends, competitors, and best practices
Ability to think both creatively and analytically
Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Marketing, Communications, or related field (or equivalent experience)
3+ years of experience in proposal development, marketing production, or graphic design
Advanced proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop) and Google Slides
Strong project management and collaboration skills
Exceptional communication and storytelling ability
Ability to balance creative execution with strategic objectives

Nice To Haves

1+ years of experience in architecture, engineering and construction industry is preferred

Responsibilities

Design and produce high-impact proposal deliverables, including RFP responses, interview presentations, and pursuit decks
Translate complex messaging into clear, structured, and visually compelling layouts
Ensure all proposals are polished, on-brand, and delivered on time
Partner with the Creative Marketing Manager and Sr. Content Specialist to align on messaging, content, and visual direction
Maintain consistency and quality while driving continuous improvement across all proposal materials
Create and update marketing assets, including one-sheets, brochures, and sales enablement material
Support marketing initiatives across all DI&CO companies through design and production execution
Ensure all materials align with DI brand standards and effectively support business development efforts
Own execution within core design tools, including Adobe InDesign, Google Slides, Illustrator, and Photoshop
Apply, maintain, and evolve templates developed by the Creative Marketing Manager
Ensure efficient file organization and scalable workflows for repeatable production
Uphold visual consistency and brand integrity across all deliverable