Otak
Graphic Designer
Otak, Portland, Oregon, United States, 97204
Do you love to create genuine and compelling visual stories for brands? Do you see dense paragraphs of text and start immediately redesigning them in your head? Are you fascinated with the best ways to leverage new tools like Adobe Express and Figma to create clear, engaging communications? If so, we'd love to have you join Otak's marketing team as a Graphic Designer!
This position can be based out of our Louisville, CO; Portland, OR; or Redmond, WA office.
As an integrated member of Otak's marketing and communications teams, you will coordinate and develop various visuals for our social media accounts, website, and marketing materials, and assist with scheduling and posting of online content. The focus of this role will be directly supporting the design of creative communications content for posts on LinkedIn, Instagram, and otak.com using Adobe programs like Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere, and Express. The Graphic Designer will work closely with our Creative Director and Digital Marketing Strategist to maintain brand consistency and best practice in visuals across Otak. As we work on daily deliverables, this role must be committed to internal client service and be poised under fast-paced pressure. There will be opportunities to collaborate and learn from Otak's current creative team in branding, photo and video production, web design, and social media strategy as you work through a variety of internal marketing projects.
What you'll do:
Design and produce communication assets, including social media graphics, blog/news article graphics, and website updates.Capture and edit photos and videos.Schedule and load social media content in Constant Contact.Design and produce marketing materials, such as interviews, presentations, award submittals, booklets, advertisements, signage, brochures, and proposals.Assist with photography and photo editing for various events and staff headshots.Proofread copy.Communicate regularly with designers, coordinators, and pursuit managers across offices.Work under tight deadlines and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.Collaborate with Otak's creative director and marketing team on brand projects.What you'll bring:
Bachelor's degree in relevant field; graphic design degree preferred.Minimum 2-3 years of relevant experience in design, layout, and production.Interest in the built and natural environment and the interaction of architecture, planning, and engineering.Advanced skills in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator; proficient in Adobe Express, Premiere, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Office.Intermediate photography skills.Strong verbal and written communication skills.Working knowledge of social media scheduling tools (e.g., Constant Contact), WordPress, and Figma.Experience as a strategic, creative contributor to a marketing or communications team.Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience, qualifications, and work location as well as market and business considerations.
Salary Range: $60,000 - $72,000 per year
Benefits
At our core, we believe that supporting our communities begins with supporting our employees. No matter what stage you're at in your career, we have a comprehensive total rewards program to enhance your quality of life, help support your family, and assist you in achieving your personal and professional goals. Otak employees enjoy competitive salaries; discretionary performance bonuses; no-cost medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, HRA/HSA; a 401(k)-retirement match that is 100% vested immediately; a hybrid work schedule; Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual based on your industry experience rather than your seniority plus 9 paid holidays per year; a commuter allowance (based on your office location); support for your professional registration and/or certification fees; and much more! If you are out of the area and interested in relocating for this opportunity, relocation assistance may be provided.
Why work at Otak? Watch this short video:
Our Why
We're not just looking for skills and experience, having shared values is just as important! When you work at Otak, you aren't just joining a firm - you're joining a community. We believe our best work happens in a culture of collaboration and inclusion, where the expertise of diverse individuals can thrive in a foundation of teamwork. The work environment we create is built on a simple concept: working on interesting projects with interesting people. However, we don't just believe in cultivating our own community; we're also committed to enriching the communities around us with smart, creative solutions. We know our employees make an investment in us, so we're committed to making an investment in them. Seasoned experts and young professionals work together to encourage personal growth and skill development at all experience levels. Plus, we're expanding - and we're dedicated to developing an internal infrastructure with the strength and talent to support that growth.
Equal Opportunity
Otak is proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. The Equal Opportunity policy at Otak, Inc. provides a fair and equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, nation origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, protected veteran status or disability or any other status(es) protected by law. Otak ensure nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and mandatory supplements to EEO (revisions).
At Otak, we recognize that inclusion is a practice, and we are determined to lead our industry by embedding that practice into our work. Cultivating an inclusive workplace environment is ongoing and consistent work, requiring dedication and commitment from every member of the organization. This commitment is reflected in Otak's promise to significantly increase employee diversity, impact the communities in which we work, and establish ongoing relationships within these communities.
Otak's Vision for an Inclusive Environment includes the following:
We embrace diverse identities, and willingly engage across differenceAll employees can experience the workplace safely and show up as their authentic selvesFostering unique perspectives and an open exchange of ideasEngaging one another with curiosity rather than judgmentRelationships are built on mutual trust, dignity, and respect
If you are a minority, veteran, person with a disability, or a member of the LGBTQA Community, we strongly encourage and welcome you to apply to any open position of interest. If you want to learn more about Otak, this position, or the company's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, contact our Human Resources Department at GRPHumanResources@otak.com.
*Please note, Otak is not accepting resumes from 3rd party recruitment agencies at this time.
This position can be based out of our Louisville, CO; Portland, OR; or Redmond, WA office.
As an integrated member of Otak's marketing and communications teams, you will coordinate and develop various visuals for our social media accounts, website, and marketing materials, and assist with scheduling and posting of online content. The focus of this role will be directly supporting the design of creative communications content for posts on LinkedIn, Instagram, and otak.com using Adobe programs like Photoshop, Illustrator, Premiere, and Express. The Graphic Designer will work closely with our Creative Director and Digital Marketing Strategist to maintain brand consistency and best practice in visuals across Otak. As we work on daily deliverables, this role must be committed to internal client service and be poised under fast-paced pressure. There will be opportunities to collaborate and learn from Otak's current creative team in branding, photo and video production, web design, and social media strategy as you work through a variety of internal marketing projects.
What you'll do:
Design and produce communication assets, including social media graphics, blog/news article graphics, and website updates.Capture and edit photos and videos.Schedule and load social media content in Constant Contact.Design and produce marketing materials, such as interviews, presentations, award submittals, booklets, advertisements, signage, brochures, and proposals.Assist with photography and photo editing for various events and staff headshots.Proofread copy.Communicate regularly with designers, coordinators, and pursuit managers across offices.Work under tight deadlines and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.Collaborate with Otak's creative director and marketing team on brand projects.What you'll bring:
Bachelor's degree in relevant field; graphic design degree preferred.Minimum 2-3 years of relevant experience in design, layout, and production.Interest in the built and natural environment and the interaction of architecture, planning, and engineering.Advanced skills in Adobe InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator; proficient in Adobe Express, Premiere, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Office.Intermediate photography skills.Strong verbal and written communication skills.Working knowledge of social media scheduling tools (e.g., Constant Contact), WordPress, and Figma.Experience as a strategic, creative contributor to a marketing or communications team.Please note that the salary information shown below is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate experience, qualifications, and work location as well as market and business considerations.
Salary Range: $60,000 - $72,000 per year
Benefits
At our core, we believe that supporting our communities begins with supporting our employees. No matter what stage you're at in your career, we have a comprehensive total rewards program to enhance your quality of life, help support your family, and assist you in achieving your personal and professional goals. Otak employees enjoy competitive salaries; discretionary performance bonuses; no-cost medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, HRA/HSA; a 401(k)-retirement match that is 100% vested immediately; a hybrid work schedule; Paid Time Off (PTO) accrual based on your industry experience rather than your seniority plus 9 paid holidays per year; a commuter allowance (based on your office location); support for your professional registration and/or certification fees; and much more! If you are out of the area and interested in relocating for this opportunity, relocation assistance may be provided.
Why work at Otak? Watch this short video:
Our Why
We're not just looking for skills and experience, having shared values is just as important! When you work at Otak, you aren't just joining a firm - you're joining a community. We believe our best work happens in a culture of collaboration and inclusion, where the expertise of diverse individuals can thrive in a foundation of teamwork. The work environment we create is built on a simple concept: working on interesting projects with interesting people. However, we don't just believe in cultivating our own community; we're also committed to enriching the communities around us with smart, creative solutions. We know our employees make an investment in us, so we're committed to making an investment in them. Seasoned experts and young professionals work together to encourage personal growth and skill development at all experience levels. Plus, we're expanding - and we're dedicated to developing an internal infrastructure with the strength and talent to support that growth.
Equal Opportunity
Otak is proud to be an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. The Equal Opportunity policy at Otak, Inc. provides a fair and equal employment opportunity for all employees and applicants regardless of race, color, religion, nation origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, marital status, protected veteran status or disability or any other status(es) protected by law. Otak ensure nondiscrimination in all programs and activities in accordance with Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and mandatory supplements to EEO (revisions).
At Otak, we recognize that inclusion is a practice, and we are determined to lead our industry by embedding that practice into our work. Cultivating an inclusive workplace environment is ongoing and consistent work, requiring dedication and commitment from every member of the organization. This commitment is reflected in Otak's promise to significantly increase employee diversity, impact the communities in which we work, and establish ongoing relationships within these communities.
Otak's Vision for an Inclusive Environment includes the following:
We embrace diverse identities, and willingly engage across differenceAll employees can experience the workplace safely and show up as their authentic selvesFostering unique perspectives and an open exchange of ideasEngaging one another with curiosity rather than judgmentRelationships are built on mutual trust, dignity, and respect
If you are a minority, veteran, person with a disability, or a member of the LGBTQA Community, we strongly encourage and welcome you to apply to any open position of interest. If you want to learn more about Otak, this position, or the company's commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, contact our Human Resources Department at GRPHumanResources@otak.com.
*Please note, Otak is not accepting resumes from 3rd party recruitment agencies at this time.