Creative Content Designer

Company Overview We are a Hudson Oaks, Texas-based Internet Service Provider (ISP) delivering High Speed Internet and Voice Services throughout multiple states to residential, business, K-12 Education and government customers. We believe there is much more to an internet company than just delivering cost-effective internet solutions; we believe in delivering an overall customer experience that our competitors simply cannot match. Responsible for developing high-quality visual and multimedia content that brings the Nextlink brand and marketing strategy to life across digital, print, video, social, sales and field channels. The role combines strong design craft with speed, versatility and collaborative problem solving.
Essential Functions

Reasonable accommodations will be provided to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
Concept and design creative for integrated marketing campaigns across digital and print channels.
Produce display, paid social, email, web and other digital marketing assets.
Design direct mail, brochures, one-sheets, presentations, event materials, signage and sales collateral.
Create or edit short-form video, animation and motion graphics.
Apply and help evolve brand standards while ensuring consistency across touchpoints.
Prepare production-ready files and coordinate with printers, vendors and agency partners when needed.
Build reusable templates and design systems that improve marketing efficiency.
Collaborate with Marketing stakeholders to translate briefs and business objectives into effective creative.
Use AI-assisted creative tools responsibly to accelerate ideation and production.
Maintain organized source files, asset libraries and version control.
Required Qualifications

3+ years of professional graphic design, visual design or multimedia design experience.
Portfolio demonstrating strong typography, composition, concept development and brand application.
Proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud or equivalent professional design software.
Demonstrated experience producing both digital and print creative.
Strong attention to detail, file preparation and production standards.
Ability to manage multiple priorities, deadlines and feedback cycles.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Comfortable leveraging AI and automation tools to improve recruiting efficiency.
Preferred Qualifications

Motion graphics and video-editing experience.
Experience with photography, web graphics, presentation design or out-of-home creative.
Experience working in an in-house marketing team or integrated agency environment.
Familiarity with AI-assisted creative tools and modern content-production workflows.
Experience in telecommunications, technology, consumer services or multi-market brands.
Core Competencies

Visual craft
Conceptual thinking
Brand stewardship
Collaboration
Adaptability
Production discipline
Curiosity and continuous learning
Measure of Success

Higher quality and consistency across Nextlink marketing creative.
Reduced turnaround time for recurring creative needs.
Expanded internal capability for motion, video and digital content.
Reusable templates and systems that improve team efficiency.
Effective partnership with internal stakeholders and external agency/vendor resources.
Working Relationships

Works closely with Marketing, Sales, Operations, Customer Experience and other cross-functional stakeholders, as well as external agency and vendor partners as appropriate.
Additional Information

This description is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed. It is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties or qualifications. Nextlink may modify responsibilities as business needs evolve. HR should add the company's approved EEO, benefits, physical-requirements and other required posting language before publication.
Job Classification

Marketing
Exempt
Work Environment/Hazards

Working conditions primarily inside an office environment
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate
Onsite role
Physical Demands

Stationary position for 8-10 hours a day
Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
Visual acuity, speech and hearing, hand and eye coordination and manual dexterity necessary to operate a computer keyboard and basic office equipment.
Working Hours/Days

Full time
40 hours
Occasional overtime as needed
Travel Requirements

None.
Affirmative Action (AAP/EEO Statement)

Nextlink is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.
Drug Free Workplace

Nextlink intends to provide a safe work environment that will help protect the safety, health and well-being of all employees. Therefore, we are committed to an alcohol and drug-free workplace.
Why Work For Nextlink?

We bring the high-speed Internet and phone experience to the underserved markets of Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, Nebraska, Iowa and Illinois. We make a difference in the lives of everyone we serve, whether it is an online student, a work-at-home family, or large enterprises such as ISDs, higher education, or government entities.
Benefits

Full-time work with overtime available
Employer paid medical, dental, and vision
401K with a match
Training provided
Career advancement opportunities
Paid time off and holidays
Voluntary life insurance
Referral bonus program

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