Graphic Designer 1

Responsibilities

Support the local and national Strategic Communications team in developing compelling, professional visual design that informs and educates clients, stakeholders, and the public about projects in their communities.

Create, revise, and update a wide range of deliverables including exhibits, flyers, infographics, print advertisements, direct mailers, reports, maps/wayfinding graphics, social media graphics, email campaigns, presentations, style guides, stylized templates for long documents, logos, and assets for digital engagement and video production teams.

Interpret and distill highly technical information for easy understanding by mainstream audiences.

Prepare files for output and meet with vendors to discuss and estimate projects.

Ensure quality control through approval of proofs and review of materials.

Collaborate with project managers and project coordinators for content creation and design updates.

Perform other duties as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design, Web Design, Fine Arts or related field or equivalent experience.

0 to 3 years professional experience.

Local candidates preferred.

Experience in illustration, brand development, video editing/animations, photo simulation/visualizations, or artificial intelligence and emerging technologies (as of interest).

About you

Detail-oriented with strong organizational skills.

Flexible and adaptable to on-demand design bursts and iterative design processes.

Service and client-oriented personality.

Demonstrated interest in ongoing training/education to stay relevant with rapidly changing technology and trends.

Active participant of our employee-owned culture.

Interest in civic projects, including water, stormwater and wastewater infrastructure.

Required Qualifications

Knowledge in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, and InDesign) and Microsoft Office suite.

Eye for design details, such as typography, alignment, hierarchy, etc.

Portfolio showing design experience.

An understanding of branding/brand development, communications, and research.

EEO Statement
At HDR, we are committed to the principles of employment equity. We are an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants, regardless of criminal histories, arrest and conviction records.

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