Senior Graphic Designer

Four dynamic, integrated companies make up the Transwestern enterprise, giving us the perspective to think broadly, deeply and creatively about commercial real estate. Clients and investors rely on us for expertise that spans institutional and opportunistic investment, development, hospitality, and brokerage and asset services. Our award-winning, collaborative culture empowers team members with resources and independence to work across boundaries in pursuit of innovative solutions, reinforcing a reputation for service excellence that translates to measurable results. Through offices nationwide and alliance partners around the globe, we positively impact the built environment and our communities while fostering a work climate that champions career vitality for all. Learn more at transwestern.com and @Transwestern.

Transwestern is built on a common purpose - Empowering Good People to do Extraordinary Things Together.  We are committed to the hiring of smart, passionate, hard-working people who understand the benefits of both collaboration and independence.

POSITION SUMMARY:

As a Transwestern Senior Graphic Designer, you will be responsible for conceptualizing and delivering strategic, visually engaging designs that resonate with Transwestern’s clients and business stakeholders. This role requires critical thinking, resourcefulness, a high level of business acumen, and the ability to sell one’s ideas. This role works collaboratively with other creative team members, vendors, cross-functional partners, and internal/external clients to provide world-class design solutions, supporting Business Development across a variety of platforms, channels, and audiences.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

• Supports commercial real estate marketing efforts through strategic conceptualization and visually engaging design

• Focuses on the strategy of design and how materials can effectively support Transwestern’s business efforts

• Expertly balances brand guidelines along with the ability to deliver custom one-off solutions that meet client requirements

• Able to research, identify, and interface with external vendors

• Able to distill information directly from internal/external clients and translate those findings into useful/relevant creative outputs

• Able to expertly produce materials from end-to-end with minimal supervision

• Able to multitask and fulfill multiple project requests within defined deadlines

• Has a digitally focused mindset and can identify and activate emerging tools and technologies

• Able to present creative ideas effectively and can lead brainstorming sessions

• Performs quality assurance measures by reviewing and proofing for errors or unacceptable standards

• Assists in the mentoring and development of more junior-level designers by continually sharing best practices and design knowledge

• Stays connected to emerging tools, technologies, design trends, and strategies

• Works on additional special marketing projects

• Other duties may be assigned

POSITION REQUIRMENTS

• Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design, Visual Communications, Communication Arts, or a related field (or equivalent professional experience).

• 5 years of professional graphic design experience, ideally in commercial real estate, architecture, corporate marketing, or B2B industries.

• Experience with Business Development

• Advanced knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite

• Advanced knowledge of Microsoft PowerPoint, Word, and Excel

• Advanced knowledge of graphic design principles

• Proficient in project management, editing, and content development

• Knowledge of HTML and JavaScript preferred

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• Strong organizational and analytical skills

• Ability to provide efficient, timely, and reliable timeframes to internal clients

• Ability to effectively present information

       

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LOCATION:

Houston, TX

ABOUT US

Transwestern’s Guiding Principles are woven into the fabric of our firm and underscore the value of each individual team member. We embrace inclusion – not only as the right thing to do, but as a reflection of who we are. It is our responsibility and heartfelt desire to create an environment that elevates the human spirit and brings out the best in everyone.

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