Principal Graphic Designer (Remote Possible)

About the position

The Principal Graphic Designer at First American is responsible for developing innovative print and digital solutions that enhance the company's brand and marketing channels. This role requires a blend of individual creativity and teamwork, with a focus on maintaining brand guidelines and delivering high-quality design work. The designer will engage in strategy discussions, present concepts to stakeholders, and mentor junior designers, all while working in a supportive and inclusive environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop innovative print and digital solutions for First American.
• Create concepts, comps, layouts, and final art, ensuring they meet established deadlines.
• Develop and standardize brand and design guidelines that reinforce the company's message and image.
• Present concepts and design solutions to key stakeholders.
• Maintain corporate identity, design standards, and policies.
• Work closely with other designers, creative directors, outside agencies, and/or freelancers.
• Create accurate price estimates and breakdowns while delivering solutions within budget and invoicing after the project is complete.
• Train and provide art direction for junior designers.
• Review work of less experienced graphic designers to ensure high quality.
• May be required to perform duties outside of normal work hours based on business needs.

Requirements

• Possess strong conceptual skills and a high level of sense of design, layout, and typography.
• A broad thinker who can offer a variety of design solutions.
• Excellent organizational skills with strong attention to detail.
• Demonstrated ability to work both independently and with a team.
• Expert-level proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, including Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign.
• Expert-level proficiency in Figma.
• Extensive experience with both print and digital design.
• Experience creating content, including videos, through art direction, storyboarding, and editing.
• Self-motivated; self-starter.
• Experience managing projects with complex inter-dependencies, focusing on both long-range projects and immediate tasks.
• Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• BS Degree in a business field or equivalent work experience.
• 8+ years of related experience.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401k
• PTO/paid sick leave
• Employee stock purchase plan