Senior Graphic Designer (part-time, temporary)

HNTB - Glen Allen, VA

Part-time - Mid Level

Glen Allen, VA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

The Senior Graphic Designer at HNTB is responsible for creating and coordinating graphics for complex proposals, presentations, and internal communications. This part-time, temporary role involves designing print and digital materials, overseeing less experienced staff, and ensuring adherence to the company's visual identity. The designer will utilize advanced graphic design software to effectively communicate concepts and messages through various media.

Responsibilities

• Creates print and digital materials for proposals, including templates, charts, maps, infographics, covers and layout.
• Creates print and digital materials for presentations, including PowerPoints, leave-behinds, and display boards.
• Creates print and digital materials for PR and internal communications, including brochures, ads, and announcements.
• Follows and implements the visual identity direction from leadership on key projects and pursuits.
• May work on complex projects requiring specialized design or industry knowledge, including leading creative direction for print and digital materials for proposals, presentations or other marketing-related efforts.
• Utilizes storytelling techniques and champions creative vision on key projects and pursuits.
• Leads maintenance and organization of digital assets such as icons, photography, and stock graphics.
• Coordinates with print vendors and photographers.
• Responsible for final graphics review and approval.
• Mentors lower-level designers. Regularly shares and discusses work with creative staff.
• May assist with conducting trainings for Marketing staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Associates Degree in Art, Graphic Design or related field and 6 years of relevant experience, or
• In lieu of education 8 years of relevant experience
• Creating projects using advanced knowledge of InDesign and graphic design software (e.g., Adobe Photoshop, Illustrator).
• Implementing interviewing techniques to uncover the message and transform it into visual or graphic information.
• Translating information creatively by assessing problems and conveying visual solutions independently. Providing support for less-experienced staff.
• Developing advanced-level presentation templates (e.g., PowerPoint or Keynote). Active participation in the development of presentation storyboards, look and feel, messaging, and rehearsals.
• Implementing storytelling techniques to graphically represent ideas, championing creative vision on key projects.
• Guiding the direction of the work, managing work flows, and bringing new software, innovations, efficiencies.
• Gathering data from strategic war rooms, presentation rehearsals, and graphics meetings. Providing guidance and supporting creative vision for less experienced staff on projects.
• Advanced understanding of typography including application of line lengths, tracking and leading in order to maximize legibility.

Nice-to-haves

• Bachelor's Degree in Art, Graphic Design or related field
• A/E experience
• Presentation design experience

Benefits

• Flexible scheduling
• Professional development opportunities
• Health insurance options
• Paid time off
• Retirement savings plan