Graphic Designer Job at Markham Corp in Washington

Job DescriptionMarkham is a fast-paced, full-service event production and management firm based in Washington, D.C. We see graphic design as visual storytelling that engages, informs, and inspires. The Graphic Designer should be able to take concepts and ideas and create visual representations in both print and electronic media. The ideal candidate will have expert knowledge of current design software and be skilled in every step of the design process, from concepts to final deliverables. The ideal candidate should have a minimum of 4+ years of experience. Collaborating with multiple teams across the company, the Graphic Designer should be able to take written or spoken ideas and convert them into a design that connects with the client and its audience. The Graphic Designer will have a thorough understanding of branding and marketing and be able to find the right style and layout for each project. The Graphic Designer will report to the Art Director.Roles and Responsibilities:Collaborate, brainstorm, and strategize with multiple teams or clients on a wide range of materials that may include motion graphics, presentations, programming collateral, signage, social graphics, web pages, and internal direction into high-quality design within an established brand identityDevelop concepts by hand or with software, and execute original content by determining the ideal usage of color, text, font style, imagery, and layoutManage the design and uploading process for all project materials, bases on best practices for using a content management systemFormatting presentations for client-facing and pitch needs (most often in Keynote and Canva) and the ability to create mockups in Illustrator and Photoshop (logos, social, wireframes, etc.)Build stills for virtual events based on existing branding and other duties as assigned by Art DirectorExamine existing processes, identify flaws, and create solutions that improve design capabilitiesUpdate and maintain internal databases for designs, photography, and videoWork independently as well as cooperatively with project teams to meet deadlines, stay within budget, and schedule project implementation based on workload, which may include five or more simultaneous projectsRequirementsEducation, Skills, and Qualifications: Bachelor's DegreeMinimum 4+ years of professional experience in a creative settingExceptional creativity and innovative design skillsExcellent communication and presentation skillsOrganizational and time-management skills for meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environmentProficient in Adobe Creative Suite (primarily using Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, After Effects, Premiere Pro)Should be able to work with platforms such as Zoom, Cvent, Google Drive Suite, Canva, Adobe, and QuickBaseProficiency in developing motion graphicsProficiency with photo-editing softwareKnowledge of WordPress and content management systemsKnowledge of HTML and web designExperience building and rendering models in Sketchup and/or Vectorworks a plus