Graphic Designer

Job Description: General Summary: The Graphic Designer supports Ghafari’s Marketing Department in proactively promoting and elevating the firm’s image and growth in the global marketplace through the design of compelling and dynamic visuals. Essential Job Functions: • Conceptualize and design visual assets – including digital and print media – consistent with corporate image and brand identity. • Design and implement branded templates for company-wide and marketing-specific use. • Support Ghafari’s business development efforts by: • Collaborating with business development team members on specialized presentations and other marketing / sales collateral • Interfacing with management and technical teams to generate compelling marketing materials and infographics that communicate the company’s value proposition. • Photograph company events, staff, and local projects for use in marketing collateral. • Coordinate professional third-party photography of events, projects, and office environment. • Coordinate events such as technology showcases, trade shows, conferences, educational symposiums, and career fairs, and design supporting display materials. • Generate content ideas and develop posts for social media. • Champion the Ghafari brand, ensuring all marketing and promotional materials follow corporate brand standards. • Coordinate the design, production, and procurement of branded promotional items. • Assist in promoting a proactive sales and marketing culture throughout the organization. Employment Qualifications: Education: Bachelor’s degree in graphic design, marketing, or related field Experience: • Minimum of 3 years of experience in a graphic design role • Architecture / Engineering / Construction industry experience preferred Skills/Competencies: • Computer literacy for all major business programs and email systems; proficiency in Adobe Creative Suite (InDesign, Photoshop, Illustrator) and Microsoft Office programs required • Creative but pragmatic designer who can drive out-of-the-box thinking while developing functional solutions that align with the company brand system • Ability to work well both independently and cooperatively with team members inside and outside of the Marketing Department • Energetic team player who can work comfortably with people of diverse skills, experience levels, and perspectives, including senior management • Excellent attention to detail, time management, and organizational skills • Ability to work on multiple assignments / deadlines simultaneously while maintaining a high level of quality • Photography skills are a plus Benefits: At Ghafari, we offer a robust benefits package designed to support your overall wellbeing. In addition to a competitive salary, eligible employees receive Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Short-Term & Long-Term Disability, 401(k) match, Flexible Spending Accounts, Health Savings Accounts, Teladoc, Employee Assistance Program, Professional License Reimbursement, Educational Assistance, Voluntary Pet Insurance, Parental Leave, Paid Time Off, and 8 Paid Holidays. The annual base salary range for this position is $60,000 - $75,000. Individual pay is based on factors such as relevant experience, job-related skills, education, and training. Since 1982, Ghafari Associates has taken a personal approach to highly technical projects in complex markets including: aviation, manufacturing, healthcare, retail, hospitality, K-12 and higher education. As a global team of engineers, architects, process designers, and consultants we blend insight with technological innovation helping clients elevate their efficiency, sustainability, and impact. Continuously rated a Top Workplace to Work, Crain’s Cool Place to Work, and a Best and Brightestcompany to work for in the US, Ghafari has made a name for itself through our culture, employee benefits, and portfolio of projects. Over a quarter of Ghafari employees have diverse identities that are championed by our growing approach to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. Ghafari supports hybrid and in-office work environments. Through career mapping, Ghafari employees are encouraged to seek licensure, coached for knowledge growth, and provided opportunities for management and mentorship roles if interested. Our robust internship program recognizes undergraduate and graduate students from across the world, having an over 90% success rate of hiring our interns after graduation. Join our team and work on forward-thinking projects all around the world. Ghafari’s global reach creates an environment where individuals can build professional relationships while building sustainable and cutting-edge facilities. Are you ready to take that leap? Apply Now! Ghafari Associates, LLC is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer and is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities in the employment application process. If you need an accommodation due to a disability in order to use our online system to apply for a position at Ghafari Associates, LLC, you may apply for positions in the following ways: Connect to our job portal(https://ghafari.jobs) By fax at 313.436.8624; Attn: Human Resources By mail at 17101 Michigan Avenue, Dearborn, MI 48126; Attn: Human Resources In person at 17101 Michigan Avenue, Dearborn, MI 48126. By email [email protected] If there are any questions or additional accommodations that are required, please contact 313.441.3000 for assistance. It is Ghafari Associates, LLC’s policy not to discriminate in its employment and personnel practices because of a person’s race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, age, weight, height, marital, pregnancy or parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information (including family medical history), political affiliation, military service, status as a qualified individual with a disability or a protected veteran, or any other classification protected by federal, state or local law or ordinance.