Van Metre Homes
Graphic Designer Ashburn, VA
Van Metre Homes, Ashburn, Virginia, United States, 22011
At Van Metre, we believe that each employee contributes directly to our growth, success, and culture. We seek out candidates who love to challenge themselves and work with others to fulfill this role. Van Metre is seeking a
Graphic Designer
in our New Homes Division!The Graphic Designer at Van Metre Homes is responsible for supporting creative processes including: ideation, development, implementation, and optimization of marketing and advertising collateral that support a first-class customer experience, create greater efficiencies within the Marketing team, and position Van Metre as a creative leader in the industry. With a solutions-oriented mindset and a desire to effectively disrupt current processes, challenge existing standards, and use data to drive creative materials, the Graphic Designer plays a pivotal role in supporting the evolution of Van Metre’s marketing program, visibility in the marketplace, and the brand’s relationship with its customers.This position is a hybrid position, with a minimum of 1-3 days per week reporting in person to the office in Ashburn, VA.Essential Functions:Assist the Studio Manager in managing incoming design projects including creative analysis, research, design, production, and printing.Develop and design graphics for a wide range of materials including print and digital ads, emails, posters, brochures, sales materials, catalogs, presentations, website layouts, videos, and social media—pushing boundaries while maintaining the required level of brand presence.Design and prepare electronic files for print, using prepress industry standards for file setup, and work with external vendors to ensure high-quality printing and production of materials.Collaborate with the Marketing and Sales teams to ideate, develop, implement, and optimize creative opportunities that drive brand awareness and engagement.Strategize, plan, and support the creative testing roadmap for social media, emails, advertisements, onsite experiences, and other forms of media.Review performance of a breadth of marketing tactics and identify opportunities for improvement.Accept constructive critiques and understand that it is provided to enhance the assets and overall benefit the company.Regularly update website content based on new, approved graphic designs.Manage and maintain brand guidelines, digital assets, including images, logos, and fonts.Continually audit existing processes, tools, and platforms for brand alignment and consistency.Research competitor and market trends, and leverage third-party testing tools, to continually reaffirm the strategic agenda based on real-time market and consumer feedback and trends.Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in graphic design or related field.3+ years of experience in Graphic Design.Experience in visual design and Adobe XD or Figma, preferred.Proven, excellent & complex skills in:Social Media (Reels, Posts, Facebook Experiences).Microsoft Suite (Teams, PowerPoint, Word).Demonstrated ability in:Art direction, branding, and layout.Color theory, typography, and composition.Teamwork and time management.Supports projects with an open mind and positive attitude.Understands marketing platforms, channels, and the prospect/customer experience.Adapts to changing circumstances and works within an agile framework.Instills trust among internal and external teams through exceptional communication.Forecasts challenges, pre-determines solutions, and creatively problem solves.Works independently and cross-functionally within internal and external teams.Sees failure as an opportunity to innovate and improve overall performance.Obsessed with growth and learning from best-in-class leaders and brands.Ideates with a data-oriented and customer-centric mindset.Expresses empathy and exercises emotional intelligence.Excels in a deadline-driven and detail-oriented environment.Compensation and Benefits information:
Van Metre offers excellent benefits, and a work environment that fosters and rewards excellence. We also promote work/life balance, including a robust Employee Wellness Program. We encourage employees to make full use of vacation and other company-paid leave to refresh their bodies and minds.Base Salary: $70,000-$75,000 annually (Pay is commensurate with experience, education, training, and skills).Paid Time Off: 14 paid holidays; 10 vacation days, 10 sick days, Two Volunteer Days off, Two Personal Days, Winter Holiday Break, Day off for Annual Physical, Day off for your Birthday; comprehensive parental and bonding leave.Retirement Planning: Company Matched 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan; access to retirement planning coaches.Wellness: Annual Wellness Reimbursement of up to $900; Free and unlimited access to TaskHuman Wellness App for yourself and your family members.Integrity; Ownership; Respect and Dignity; Diversity and Inclusion; Teamwork; Community; Work/Life Balance.The mission of Van Metre Companies is to build and continually improve upon the storied reputation, earned over the years since the Company’s founding in 1955, of providing top quality homes, investment properties and services to our customers and clients. The Company’s emphasis on integrity, professionalism and philanthropy ingrained by our founder Albert G. Van Metre, Sr. has garnered trust and respect in the Washington, D.C. area and beyond. It is critical to our future that we maintain that reputation and assure that Van Metre Companies continues to excel in real estate development and construction and in the management of apartment, retail and office investment properties, as well as in the provision of mortgage and related services. It is the task of our dedicated, energetic, and involved professionals to advance our ability to set the benchmark for luxury living and refined commercial development. The capstone of our mission is to make the “Van Metre” signature an icon for elegant residential communities, and industry leading condominium and apartment communities, as well as Class A neighborhood retail centers and office developments.
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Graphic Designer
in our New Homes Division!The Graphic Designer at Van Metre Homes is responsible for supporting creative processes including: ideation, development, implementation, and optimization of marketing and advertising collateral that support a first-class customer experience, create greater efficiencies within the Marketing team, and position Van Metre as a creative leader in the industry. With a solutions-oriented mindset and a desire to effectively disrupt current processes, challenge existing standards, and use data to drive creative materials, the Graphic Designer plays a pivotal role in supporting the evolution of Van Metre’s marketing program, visibility in the marketplace, and the brand’s relationship with its customers.This position is a hybrid position, with a minimum of 1-3 days per week reporting in person to the office in Ashburn, VA.Essential Functions:Assist the Studio Manager in managing incoming design projects including creative analysis, research, design, production, and printing.Develop and design graphics for a wide range of materials including print and digital ads, emails, posters, brochures, sales materials, catalogs, presentations, website layouts, videos, and social media—pushing boundaries while maintaining the required level of brand presence.Design and prepare electronic files for print, using prepress industry standards for file setup, and work with external vendors to ensure high-quality printing and production of materials.Collaborate with the Marketing and Sales teams to ideate, develop, implement, and optimize creative opportunities that drive brand awareness and engagement.Strategize, plan, and support the creative testing roadmap for social media, emails, advertisements, onsite experiences, and other forms of media.Review performance of a breadth of marketing tactics and identify opportunities for improvement.Accept constructive critiques and understand that it is provided to enhance the assets and overall benefit the company.Regularly update website content based on new, approved graphic designs.Manage and maintain brand guidelines, digital assets, including images, logos, and fonts.Continually audit existing processes, tools, and platforms for brand alignment and consistency.Research competitor and market trends, and leverage third-party testing tools, to continually reaffirm the strategic agenda based on real-time market and consumer feedback and trends.Qualifications:Bachelor’s degree in graphic design or related field.3+ years of experience in Graphic Design.Experience in visual design and Adobe XD or Figma, preferred.Proven, excellent & complex skills in:Social Media (Reels, Posts, Facebook Experiences).Microsoft Suite (Teams, PowerPoint, Word).Demonstrated ability in:Art direction, branding, and layout.Color theory, typography, and composition.Teamwork and time management.Supports projects with an open mind and positive attitude.Understands marketing platforms, channels, and the prospect/customer experience.Adapts to changing circumstances and works within an agile framework.Instills trust among internal and external teams through exceptional communication.Forecasts challenges, pre-determines solutions, and creatively problem solves.Works independently and cross-functionally within internal and external teams.Sees failure as an opportunity to innovate and improve overall performance.Obsessed with growth and learning from best-in-class leaders and brands.Ideates with a data-oriented and customer-centric mindset.Expresses empathy and exercises emotional intelligence.Excels in a deadline-driven and detail-oriented environment.Compensation and Benefits information:
Van Metre offers excellent benefits, and a work environment that fosters and rewards excellence. We also promote work/life balance, including a robust Employee Wellness Program. We encourage employees to make full use of vacation and other company-paid leave to refresh their bodies and minds.Base Salary: $70,000-$75,000 annually (Pay is commensurate with experience, education, training, and skills).Paid Time Off: 14 paid holidays; 10 vacation days, 10 sick days, Two Volunteer Days off, Two Personal Days, Winter Holiday Break, Day off for Annual Physical, Day off for your Birthday; comprehensive parental and bonding leave.Retirement Planning: Company Matched 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan; access to retirement planning coaches.Wellness: Annual Wellness Reimbursement of up to $900; Free and unlimited access to TaskHuman Wellness App for yourself and your family members.Integrity; Ownership; Respect and Dignity; Diversity and Inclusion; Teamwork; Community; Work/Life Balance.The mission of Van Metre Companies is to build and continually improve upon the storied reputation, earned over the years since the Company’s founding in 1955, of providing top quality homes, investment properties and services to our customers and clients. The Company’s emphasis on integrity, professionalism and philanthropy ingrained by our founder Albert G. Van Metre, Sr. has garnered trust and respect in the Washington, D.C. area and beyond. It is critical to our future that we maintain that reputation and assure that Van Metre Companies continues to excel in real estate development and construction and in the management of apartment, retail and office investment properties, as well as in the provision of mortgage and related services. It is the task of our dedicated, energetic, and involved professionals to advance our ability to set the benchmark for luxury living and refined commercial development. The capstone of our mission is to make the “Van Metre” signature an icon for elegant residential communities, and industry leading condominium and apartment communities, as well as Class A neighborhood retail centers and office developments.
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