Senior Graphic Designer

WHO WE ARE

Michael Baker International is a leading provider of architectural, engineering and consulting services, including design, planning, environmental, construction and program management. The company provides its comprehensive range of services and solutions to support U.S. federal, state, and municipal governments, foreign allied governments, and a wide range of commercial clients. Michael Baker’s more than 3,000 employees across nearly 100 locations are committed to a culture of innovation, collaboration, and technological advancement to help solve challenges for clients and communities throughout the country. To learn more, visit https://mbakerintl.com/.   

DESCRIPTION 

Michael Baker International is seeking a creative, detail-oriented Senior Graphic Designer to join the team in our Pittsburgh (Moon Township) or Harrisburg, PA office. The position would require collaboration in the office with a hybrid work arrangement. 

The successful candidate will be responsible for the layout, design, and production of visual communications assets for transportation, urban planning, and broadband projects. Map Visualization and GIS rendering experience are a plus.

Responsibilities include creating report layouts (Word and InDesign), social media graphics, infographics, PowerPoint presentations, print collateral, signage, map visualizations, customized logos and branding, coordination of printing with vendors, consulting with project manager, supervisor and/or client on project requirements, and making recommendations based on client preferences, project needs, and budget. 

The successful candidate will understand brand systems, standards, and guidelines; can adapt to new brands quickly into effective marketing pieces; has in-depth knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite; takes creative input and direction; can manage multiple projects and deadlines; and supports the communities in which we work, as well as the industry and employees throughout multiple Michael Baker offices. 

Note: “A digital portfolio is required to be considered for the position.”

ESSENTIAL DUTIES

Pre-Production/Design:

• Consult with project manager, supervisor and/or client to evaluate individual project needs. Makes recommendations based on client preferences, project needs, and budget.
• Develop inspiring and strategic layouts for print and digital marketing collateral from ideation to production.
• Conceptualize and design multi-channel pieces with a human-centric approach, including brochures and flyers, mailers, presentations, and social media.
• Understand brand systems, standards, and guidelines. Can create or adapt to new brands quickly and generate effective marketing pieces.
• Prepares graphics and/or layout of material according to instructions of client or supervisor, reviews materials for accuracy.
• Determines size and arrangement of material, selects style and size of type, and creates sample layouts based on branding guidelines.
• Studies existing illustrations, photographs, and text to plan presentation of material, product, or service.
• Creates finished layout or prepares instructions for workers who assemble and prepare final layouts.
• Reviews final layout and suggests improvements as needed and presents final layout to supervisor or client for approval.
• An ideal candidate may have experience in cartographic design, 3D rendering, illustrations, video and document accessibility (508 compliance) requirements.

Production:

• Obtains cost estimates and coordinates with outside vendors such as printers or paper suppliers, as needed.
• Prepares final layout for printing or files to be provided for press. Reviews and approves proofs.
• Presents samples and print checks to supervisor or client for selection and approval.

Quality Control:

• Conducts thorough QA/QC of all materials before submission.

Management:

• Work collaboratively with existing designers, project managers, and team leads to build and maintain positive relationships with internal clients.
• Prioritize and work on multiple projects simultaneously while meeting deadlines.
• Take creative input and direction. 
• Provides guidance and support to less experienced graphic staff to help them to complete their duties. 

PROFESSIONAL REQUIREMENTS

• 6+ years of experience
• 4-year degree in graphic design or related field
• Has in-depth knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite – InDesign, Illustrator, and Photoshop (at minimum). 
• Has in-depth knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite