Graphic Designer

Haydon is headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona and established in 1991 on a foundation of grit and long-lasting relationships. The company serves a wide scale of markets with its all-in-one construction solutions including: Building (Commercial), Heavy Civil, Preconstruction, Landscape and Building Information Modeling. Haydon’s unique full-service structure for all major scopes of work enables clients to receive detailed expertise during preconstruction, minimized schedule risk during construction and the best overall value on projects. Haydon offers a full suite of premier modern construction solutions. This includes Earthscapes, a full-service landscaping division, H3D Solutions, a modeling and design subsidiary, and Omni Electric, an electrical and communication infrastructure construction services company. Whether it’s the roads we drive on or the buildings we work, shop, learn, play and receive care in, Haydon is the one contractor that serves the entire spectrum of the construction industry – and it does so with heart. The company employs quality, passionate people, innovative technology, an open mind and a can-do attitude to construct projects that serve our entire community. For more information, please visit haydon.com.


JOB PURPOSE / POSITION OVERVIEW
The Graphic Designer is a key creative force, responsible for producing high-quality visual content that drives the company’s branding, marketing, and business development efforts. This role blends traditional design expertise with cutting-edge AI tools, allowing for faster ideation, enhanced creativity, and optimized production workflows. Working closely with marketing, business development, and project teams, the designer ensures brand consistency while exploring new frontiers in AI-powered visual storytelling across digital and print platforms.
This is more than a graphic design role—it's an opportunity to be at the forefront of AI-driven design innovation in the Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) industry. If you thrive on creativity, embrace emerging technologies, and are eager to push design boundaries, we want to hear from you!
SITE / TEAM OVERVIEW
As part of the Marketing team, the Graphic Designer collaborates with internal stakeholders and occasionally travels to job sites for photography, videography, and AI-enhanced content creation.
DUTIES / RESPONSIBILITIES
AI & Automation in Design
• AI-Powered Tools: Integrate and experiment with cutting-edge AI design tools such as Adobe Firefly, MidJourney, Runway, DALL·E, and Canva AI to enhance creativity, ideation, and production speed.
• AI-Driven Image & Video Creation: Utilize generative AI for image enhancement, background removal, intelligent upscaling, and automated video editing.
• AI-Powered Layout Testing: Implement AI-assisted design iteration for rapid layout variations, adaptive typography, and intelligent composition adjustments.
• Automation & Efficiency: Explore automation tools (e.g., scripts, batch processing, AI-powered workflows) to reduce turnaround times for time-sensitive projects.
Branding & Identity
• Ensure the company’s visual identity remains consistent across all platforms, while incorporating AI-powered enhancements for more dynamic branding solutions.
• Develop data-driven, AI-optimized branding assets that adapt to different media formats efficiently.
Marketing & Proposals
• Design compelling proposals, presentations, brochures, advertisements, and digital promotions to support business development.
• Leverage AI-driven tools for quick concept generation and visual storytelling enhancements in proposal designs.
• Apply AI-generated insights for predicting design performance and optimizing engagement.
Digital & Print Design
• Create high-impact graphics for social media, website content, email campaigns, advertisements, and print collateral.
• Optimize designs for multi-platform distribution using AI-powered adaptive scaling and responsive formatting.
Photography & Videography for Job Sites
• Capture, edit, and enhance project photos and videos, integrating AI-powered editing tools for faster post-production.
• Use AI-driven color correction, object removal, and automated editing techniques for professional-quality visual assets.
Collaboration & Project Coordination
• Work closely with marketing, estimating, and project teams to develop AI-optimized visuals for project pursuits and branding.
• Manage relationships with external vendors to ensure high-quality printing and production using AI-enhanced prepress optimization.
Software & Tools
• Primary Tools: Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop, Illustrator, InDesign, Premiere Pro, After Effects).
• AI & Automation: Adobe Firefly, MidJourney, Runway, DALL·E, Canva AI, and AI-powered workflow auto