
Graphic Designer (Entry Level)
$45,000 - $55,000
Gross/year - Permanent
Mode of work
Full-time
Experience
Entry-level
Employment Type
Permanent
Location
Hybrid
Expertise & Skills
Job description
ERM's Digital Services is seeking a highly talented and detail-oriented Graphic Designer with an impressive portfolio to join our growing, global design team. This position is a hybrid work model in the proximity of our Cleveland, Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Charlotte, Boston, Washington D.C., Houston, or Rolling Meadows office.
In this client-facing role within our Change and Transformation team, you will work under the direction of the art directors and collaborate with the creative director, graphic designers, project managers, and consultants, to provide support on client engagements from creative concepts through design execution of sustainability reports, change management campaigns, stakeholder engagement programs, digital dashboards, and sustainability-focused branding systems and communications.
This is an excellent opportunity for a junior professional looking to work with an expert consulting team on interesting Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) projects for a wide range of Fortune 500 and privately held clients—helping them achieve positive and tangible social, environmental, and economic impact.
Responsibilities:
- Provide graphic design support on client sustainability communications, including reports, websites, identity systems, stakeholder engagement materials, digital dashboards, proposals, and presentations.
- Consult with client teams and directly with clients on creative, engaging ways to leverage communications in the digital space.
- Build strong and trusted relationships internally and externally.
- Research and report on design trends to the design team and ERM's Visual Communication Design technical community.
Requirements:
- Bachelor's degree in Graphic Design/Visual Communications (or equivalent)
- Recent graphic design graduate to four years of professional graphic design experience
- Exceptional portfolio showcasing print, interactive, and branding work
- Previous work in multi-page document and editorial layout design
- Superior understanding of typography and page layout
- Extreme attention to detail and proven commitment to quality control
- Proficient in Mac OS, Adobe Creative Suite, and Microsoft Office
- Solid understanding of UX/UI design for digital experiences
- Knowledge of CSS and HTML
Additional Skills & Experience:
- Knowledge of environmental, social, or economic aspects of sustainability
- Consulting industry experience providing services to large corporate clients
- Digital accessibility for websites and PDFs
- Knowledge of Workiva and InDesign integration
- Experience with Monday.com project management software
- Video and animation production
- Illustration talent
- Retouching capabilities
- 3D rendering
- Social media experience on major platforms
Personal Characteristics:
- Self-motivated with personal initiative and flexibility
- Ability to multi-task and work with shifting deadlines
- Highly creative within project parameters and client brand standards
- Strong interpersonal skills and communication abilities
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
ERM offers a comprehensive benefits package including paid time off, parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life, disability insurance, and 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP.
ERM is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work environment.