AHC Hospitality Graphic Designer

From comfortably casual to lavishly appointed, AHC Hospitality represents a diverse array of hotels, restaurants, and resorts. Our team members provide exceptional experiences that delight our guests at every touchpoint. Whether hosting a meeting for several hundred, serving a table for two, or creating a beautiful space for our guests to enjoy, AHC Hospitality is full of opportunities for our guests, as well as our associates. We invest in supporting your growth and are a company who sees your success as our success. Choose a property that fits your personality: the Amway Grand Plaza, JW Marriott Grand Rapids, AC Hotel by Marriott, Courtyard by Marriott Downtown -- and start your unstoppable career here.

This is a full-time position requiring weekend availability.

This position is eligible for full benefits (medical, dental & vision), 401K, paid vacation, discounted downtown parking, free employee meals, hotel and restaurant discounts and more.

SUMMARY:

AHC Hospitality, a leading hospitality management company based in Grand Rapids, Michigan, is seeking a talented Graphic Designer to support its growing collection of hotels and restaurants. This entry level role is responsible for creating compelling print and digital marketing materials, supporting brand development initiatives, and executing creative solutions that maintain brand consistency across multiple hospitality concepts. The position works collaboratively with the marketing team to bring campaigns, promotions, and guest-facing experiences to life through thoughtful and engaging design.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Daily responsibilities include collaborating with the Art Director, Marketing Managers, and other team members to create and execute effective visual solutions across both print and digital platforms. This role supports the development of marketing materials, advertising campaigns, digital newsletters, email marketing communications, social media assets, promotional collateral, menu development, and brand-focused creative initiatives for a variety of hospitality brands and experiences.

 

The ideal candidate is a creative and detail-oriented designer with a strong passion for visual storytelling and brand consistency. This individual should possess a solid understanding of layout, typography, design hierarchy, and how creative and copy work together to communicate effectively. The ability to build and deploy digital newsletters and marketing emails within email marketing platforms is important, along with an understanding of how to design for engagement, readability, and user experience across digital channels.

 

All work should be executed at a high level with strong attention to detail, organization, and thoughtful creative rationale. The successful candidate is a collaborative team player who embraces constructive feedback, communicates professionally, and remains adaptable in a fast-paced environment with multiple projects, timelines, and brand voices. An understanding of both print production and digital asset preparation is required.

 

Strong written and verbal communication skills, time management, the ability to multitask effectively, and the ability to work well with others under deadline-driven conditions are essential. A positive attitude, willingness to learn, and strong personal accountability are critical to success in this role.

 

REQUIRED SKILLS:

- Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite, including InDesign, Illustrator, Photoshop, and related design platforms
- Strong print and digital design portfolio with a consumer-focused approach and an understanding of brand consistency across multiple touch points
- Strong attention to detail with a passion for polished, high-quality execution across all creative deliverables
- Experience designing and building digital newsletters and email marketing campaigns using Campaign Monitor, or similar systems
- Ability to write, refine, or adapt light marketing copy within layouts to ensure messaging aligns with the visual direction and intended audience
- Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining organization and accuracy
- Demonstrates professionalism, accountability, and the ability to perform well in a fast-paced environment while meeting deadlines
- Ability to clearly communicate creative concepts, design rationale, and project updates in a professional and concise manner
- Collaborative mindset with the ability to work effectively alongside marketing managers, vendors, and operational stakeholders
- Comfortable receiving feedback and applying direction while also contributing thoughtful creative ideas and so