ZGF is seeking a Graphic Designer 2 to join our marketing team in our Portland, OR office. We are seeking a driven professional who desires an opportunity to grow their graphic design career in a collaborative, team-oriented, and multidisciplinary environment.
As a Graphic Designer, you will…
Work as part of a multi-disciplinary team to design and produce marketing collateral and other graphic communication materials for both digital and print media.Collaboratively design and produce graphics associated with the Portland office and firmwide marketing and communications efforts, including: qualifications, proposals, diagrams, infographics, social media content, presentations, templates, and special projects including awards submissions, project books, and exhibit displays. Video production and editing a plus.Support project teams in production of graphic deliverables when needed.Update and maintain graphic assets for ZGF projects and initiatives.Work in a fast-paced environment to generate a range of creative concepts prior to developing detailed and final solutions.Be responsible for the planning, management, and delivery of graphics deliverables from concept through completion.Advance project with minimal oversight.Proactively source information, content and direction from colleagues across the firm as necessary to complete a deadline.Stay at the forefront of evolving design and technology trends by participating in educational and professional opportunities, reading professional publications, maintaining personal networks, and participating in professional organizations.Qualifications:
Bachelor’s degree in graphic arts or related design, with a minimum of 5 years of professional experienceExperience in the architectural field is a plusAdvanced experience and proficiency with Adobe Creative Cloud (InDesign, Illustrator and Photoshop) and PowerPoint is a must; working knowledge of other programs such as Teams, Deltek Vision, Open Asset, Miro, and One Note is a plus.Strong conceptual graphic design skills. Ability to be focused, meticulous, and thorough with excellent attention to detail and graphic consistency.Strong storytelling and problem-solving skills—the ability to distill multiple ideas into clear and compelling graphicsExperience working with current and evolving digital technology and media, as well as printing and production techniquesAbility to work quickly in a deadline-driven environment, respond to and prioritize multiple requests, be responsive to the time-critical nature of marketing deadlinesExceptional organizational and time-management skillsEffective verbal and written communication skillsProficiency in review of design details, such as typography, alignment, and hierarchyAbility to work on PC platformAble to travel to other ZGF offices and/or client project locations as neededBase Salary Range
$63.500/yr - $74.000/yr
Benefits
ZGF Employees Enjoy Medical, Dental and Vision coverage with a generous employer contribution, HSA with employer contribution, 401k with employer match, 4 weeks of PTO and 10 paid holidays per year, paid parental and family leave programs.
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Cover letterResumePortfolio**Portfolios to be submitted for all design positions (Architecture, Interiors, Planning, Graphic Design, etc.). Applications without work samples will not be reviewed. Portfolios should be a link to URL or PDF attachment.
ZGF Architects LLP is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We invite qualified candidates to apply online by submitting a cover letter, resume and/or writing samples/portfolio.