Senior Graphic Designer

Transwestern Real Estate Services adds value for investors, owners and occupiers of all commercial property types through comprehensive solutions grounded in sound market intelligence.

Part of the Transwestern companies, the firm applies a consultative approach to Agency Leasing, Asset Services, Tenant Advisory + Workplace Solutions, Capital Markets and Research & Investment Analytics.

All candidates should make sure to read the following job description and information carefully before applying.

Our firm’s award-winning culture and reputation for exceptional service are built on a common purpose Empowering Good People to do Extraordinary Things Together.

This unique approach, reinforced by the hiring of smart, passionate, hard-working people who understand the benefits of both collaboration and independence, create value for our team members and clients every day.

Transwestern is seeking a talented Senior Graphic Designer to join our creative and collaborative team, driving projects that align with our client's visions through innovative design solutions.

As a Senior Graphic Designer for our Mid-Atlantic Marketing and Communications team, you will be responsible for creating high-end print, digital, and environmental collateral.

You will be part of an innovative and team-oriented environment, leading by example to help cultivate a design culture where creativity thrives, and collaboration is paramount.

Your expertise in marketing and graphic design will shape our client's narratives, ensuring consistency and originality within each brand while ensuring distinctiveness across different projects and clients.

Outstanding candidates will exhibit passion for design of all kinds and a desire to mentor and lead others in pursuit of design excellence.

Essential Job Functions

In collaboration with the Regional Marketing Director and Creative Director, you will develop design strategies and conceptualize, plan, design, and produce a broad array of marketing materials.

These include brochures, email blast campaigns, large-scale graphics, comprehensive brand packages, and promotional campaigns for events and marketing, as well as merchandise.

This role supports internal and external clients, along with executive leadership.

• Assume a senior designer role for client-facing projects, initiating and guiding creative direction with minimal oversight, and orchestrating internal tasks within the team to ensure seamless execution and fulfillment of client expectations.
• Craft compelling design narratives and concepts that showcase varied clients’ goals and projects.
• Work with Creative Director to design elevated concepts, templates, and finished work that creates efficiencies for the team and continually showcase design excellence, elevating the work of the entire team and region.
• Coordinate the production process, develop and coordinate printing specifications and oversee in- or out-of-house production.
• Collaborate closely with our cross-functional teams to deliver projects that exceed expectations and adhere to timelines.
• Offer creative solutions and out-of-the-box thinking to elevate projects and inspire clients.
• Take initiative in project participation, ideation, and continuous learning to stay ahead of design trends.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, Visual Communication Design, or similar.
• 5-7 years of professional experience in graphic design including art direction, print and digital design, and production.
• Experience leading other designers or marketers in a team environment is required.
• Advanced proficiency / technical excellence with Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Acrobat is required.
• MS Office Suite experience required.
• Working knowledge of HTML5 and basic web design is required.
• Motion graphics experience is a plus.
• Experience using project collaboration and management tools including Miro and Monday.com is a plus.
• Deep understanding of typography, layout design, and color theory, and an interest in the ever-evolving state of design and technology.
• Exceptional critical thinking, organization, and time management skills.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with multiple projects and deadlines.
• Ability to give and receive honest and thoughtful feedback, possessing an open, positive, and collaborative communication style with a solution-oriented approach.
• A passion for design thinking, brand building and storytelling and a strong understanding of how to maintain and evolve design systems.
• Self-motivated, strong work ethic with excellent communication (verbal, written, visual), problem-solving skills and ability to propose ideas.
• A meticulous eye for detail, a passion for pushing creative boundaries while being an active, empathetic listener able to interpret client goals, and incorporate critical feedback from multiple client-partners.
• Motivated by challenges and interested in professional growth.
• Demonstrated interest and ability to mentor, train, and manage junior designers, fostering their professional growth and enhancing the team's overall skill set.
• In-office position, with an optional remote workday available upon request.

Portfolio Required

Candidates must possess a compelling portfolio of print, digital, and or environmental / large scale design work that demonstrates experience leading small and large-scale projects, a range of aesthetics, and client-focused solutions to marketing challenges.

Applications without a portfolio will not be accepted.

WORK SHIFTLOCATION

Bethesda, MD

We Are Transwestern! Transwestern's Guiding Principles are woven into the fabric of our firm and underscore the value of each individual team member.

We embrace diversity, equity and inclusion not only as the right thing to do, but as a reflection of who we are. It is our responsibility and heartfelt desire to create an environment that elevates the human spirit and brings out the best in everyone.

Transwestern offers an exciting work environment, competitive salary and excellent benefits, which include medical, dental and vision coverage, as well as a 401(K) plan.

Transwestern is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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