NRTC is hiring: Senior Designer (Brand Focused) in Portland

NRTC Senior Designer (Brand Focused) Portland, Oregon Pivot, an NRTC company, is a marketing and customer experience agency with a focus on collaborating with people who are doing meaningful work in the communities they serve. Pivot comes alongside these organizations to help them grow and thrive by assisting them in defining and living out their brands, telling their unique stories, and strengthening relationships with their customers. NRTC is a dynamic and growing cooperative with more than 800 employees operating out of eight office locations. We are member-driven and technology-focused, providing solutions that help our 1,500 electric and telephone members bring all the advantages of today's evolving technology to rural America. Our solutions are developed specifically to meet the needs of rural utilities and their customers and include integrated broadband, managed services, smart grid, mobile, and video solutions. Job Summary The Senior Designer plays a pivotal role in leading and executing creative projects, with a focus on brand development for clients. This position requires a strategic thinker who can establish and evolve brand identities while ensuring all design work aligns with client goals and objectives. As a Senior Designer, you will lead the creative process from concept through completion, driving innovation and delivering high-quality visual work. In addition to managing projects, the Senior Designer will mentor and guide junior designers, fostering a collaborative and growth-focused environment. This role combines hands-on design work with leadership responsibilities, ensuring creative excellence across all deliverables. Responsibilities Assists Design Director in process development. Ability to lead, design, and pitch brand projects. Provides guidance and mentorship to the team, sharing best practices and insights on tools and techniques to enhance design processes and skills. Pushes creative concepts and visuals for existing cohesive brands. Oversee and manage complex projects while addressing client requirements effectively. Ability to work collaboratively and cross-functionally (and encourage others to do the same). Use visual design and creative problem-solving to resolve a variety of client challenges. Take ownership of assigned brands and review all associated collateral for brand consistency and use of design principles. Effectively manages multiple projects concurrently while collaborating with various business units. Conduct thorough design reviews to identify and rectify errors prior to printing or publication. Strong organizational skills with the ability to effectively manage and prioritize tasks to optimize workflow. Qualifications 5+ years of industry experience. Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design or related field, or equivalent professional experience in a similar role. Expertise in brand development, from concept to execution. Exceptional communication skills, with proven expertise in delivering compelling pitches and presentations. Expert understanding and experience in production design for print and digital collateral. Expert skill set in graphic layout and illustration applications (e.g., Adobe Illustrator/Photoshop/InDesign, PowerPoint, Microsoft Word). Disclaimer: The above job description summary is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this position. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of required responsibilities, duties and skills. #J-18808-Ljbffr