Senior Graphic Designer

Walker & Dunlop•Denver, CO

1d•$75,000 - $85,000•Hybrid

About The Position

As a Senior Graphic Designer, you will be an active and important participant in the design process, from concept to creation, to support the needs of the Marketing team. We are looking for designers who are highly creative, passionate, and motivated to produce – qualities essential to help drive our marketing to the next level. If you are a self-starter, this is a rare opportunity to join a growing in-house agency in a successful company intent on building an industry-leading marketing program.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design or related discipline
Minimum 7+ years of experience as a Graphic Designer
High level of proficiency with industry standard Adobe CC applications (Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign) and Microsoft Office Suite
Experience creating multimedia presentations
Thorough understanding of marketing strategy and ability to execute strategy with design solutions
Experience working with clients to identify needs and present solutions
Strong data visualization design skills
Exceptional typography skills
Ability to take direction, work quickly and efficiently to meet deadlines, and communicate clearly and effectively with collaborators across all levels of the organization
Meticulous attention to detail and accuracy
Self-motivated, with the ability to multi-task, work independently and learn technical information quickly
Flexible problem-solver able to adapt to changing circumstances and needs
Strong project management skills, organizational skills, and time management skills
Excellent teamwork to engage productively with other design professionals
The ability and desire to keep up to date with commercial design trends to stay on the leading edge of creativity
Ability to show ownership of your work, take on challenges and acknowledge growth opportunities, and demonstrate patience when learning new processes
Courtesy, respect, and thoughtfulness in teaming with colleagues and other stakeholders

Nice To Haves

B2B design experience preferred

Responsibilities

Actively participate in group brainstorming/concept development sessions with the Creative Director, Art Director, and/or key stakeholders
Interpret needs and create innovative designs to effectively convey desired ideas
Take ownership of all areas of the design process from initial prototype to creation to the preparation of final mechanicals
Create eye-catching brochures, presentations, and other marketing collateral that preserves and elevates the brand
Work closely with the Creative Director, Art Director, and stakeholders, taking direction and implementing changes to improve design and consistently adhere to brand standards
Manage and document the approval process needed for each type of project
Ability to lead design initiatives and work collaboratively across the creative team to help facilitate design direction and assist with other projects, as needed
Prioritize projects and handle multiple tasks efficiently
Provide input to continually improve the creative process
Assist in the QA process
Maintain a positive attitude and share a passion for growing the Walker & Dunlop brand with other career-minded individuals across the company
Communicate and problem-solve daily with teammates, clients, vendors, and other stakeholders
Learn and expand creative skills to build a career in graphic design
Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

Up to 83% subsidized medical payroll deductions
Competitive dental and vision benefits
401(k) + match
Pre-tax transit and commuting benefits
A robust health and wellness program – earn cash rewards and gain access to resources that promote health, engagement, and balance
Paid maternity and parental leave, as well as other family paid leave programs
Company-paid life, short and long-term disability insurance
Health Savings Account and Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending
Career development opportunities
Empowerment and encouragement to give back – volunteer hours and donation matching