Graphic Designer

Position Summary

Transwestern is seeking a talented Graphic Designer to join our creative and collaborative team, driving projects that align with our client’s visions through innovative design solutions. As a 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. 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 a passion for design of all kinds; being a team player, excellent communicator, and strategic thinker; and having a growth mindset.
Essential Functions

In collaboration with the Regional Marketing Director, 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.
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 showcases 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 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.
Efficiently tackle any additional design opportunities assigned by regional marketing and creative directors.
Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communication Design, or a similar field.
A minimum of 3+ years’ experience in a Graphic Design role.
Advanced proficiency and technical excellence with Adobe InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and Acrobat.
MS Office Suite experience required.
Working knowledge of HTML5 and basic web design.
Motion graphics and/or photography 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, along with 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 the 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.
In‑office position in Bethesda, Maryland.
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.
Compensation

Compensation is commensurate with experience, with an expected salary range of $60,000 to $75,000, depending on qualifications and expertise.
Work Shift

Information about the specific work shift has not been provided.
Location

Bethesda, MD
Background Check

All candidates selected for an offer of employment are subject to pre‑employment background checks, which may include, but are not limited to, criminal history, education verification, social media review, motor vehicle records, credit history, and professional license verification. In addition, employment with Transwestern is subject to successfully passing a drug screen check prior to starting with the Company along with satisfactory references.

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