Graphic Designer Job at Calculated Hire in Charlotte

Senior Creative / Web Specialist – Art Director Location: Hybrid (Charlotte or Raleigh, NC) Level: Graphic Designer IV Senior Creative / Web Specialist – Art Director to join our creative team. This role is ideal for a highly conceptual, strategic thinker who thrives in a collaborative environment and brings deep expertise across brand advertising, digital, web, motion, and integrated campaigns. Please include a professionally designed résumé (PDF format) and a portfolio link with your application. About the Role As a Senior Creative / Web Specialist – Art Director, you will conceptualize, direct, and design high-quality brand advertising, product marketing, and customer- and employee-facing communications. You’ll partner closely with copywriters, account managers, UX professionals, and creative leadership to deliver strategic, on-brand work aligned with Duke Energy’s business objectives. Key Responsibilities Develop creative communications aligned with brand standards and voice Translate client strategies, target audiences, and key messaging into compelling visual solutions Deliver projects on time and within budget Collaborate cross-functionally with copywriters, UX, and account teams Paid media (video, audio, animation, digital ads, social media) Email and web (including Figma workflows) Direct mail and print advertising Present creative concepts to stakeholders and incorporate feedback professionally Maintain attention to detail from concept through file archiving Work within established workflow and project management systems Provide brand guidance aligned with Duke Energy’s style guide Stay current on industry tools, software, and creative methodologies Basic Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or equivalent professional experience Experience in art direction and graphic, web, mobile, video/broadcast, and motion/animation design Strong art direction and design portfolio Proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite, Figma, and presentation tools (PowerPoint, Keynote) Preferred Qualifications Experience producing advertising, marketing, corporate, or customer-facing communications Recent experience leading integrated, multi-channel campaigns Strong conceptual thinking and ideation skills Excellent presentation and communication abilities Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple deadlines Commitment to delivering accurate, high-quality, brand-aligned work Knowledge of modern communication and design best practices Collaborative, adaptable team player Familiarity with social platforms such as X, YouTube, LinkedIn, and Meta Experience with Microsoft SharePoint (document management) Experience with Workamajig (project management and time tracking) #J-18808-Ljbffr