We are looking for an experienced Senior Graphic Designer for our Global Professional Services client.  This specific Senior graphic designer will be working on proposals, pursuits, and presentations for our business development team and needs to be skilled in using PowerPoint. This will be a 6-month engagement working full-time hours remotely starting in the middle of November. The client is looking for candidates based in Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Cleveland, Dallas, and Minneapolis.

Responsibilities 

• Conduct design consultations while navigating conversations with knowledge and insight toward business solutions.
• Consult with internal clients to cultivate and maintain strong relationships. 
• Collaborate with art directors, cross-disciplinary teams, stakeholders, and clients to develop and execute compelling design solutions and engaging ideas rooted in strategy that moves business forward.
• Leverage your proven ability to articulate ideas and implement advanced creative solutions for multifaceted design projects.
• Exhibit business acumen, create innovative design solutions, and keep abreast of industry trends.
• Develop and co-develop creative briefs, storyboards, and layouts to effectively communicate design ideas that are persuasive and inclusive.
• Conceptualize and execute design solutions that align with business objectives while offering elevated client and team experiences.
• Design clear and visually compelling pitches and presentations that effectively communicate our client’s brand messages across various media platforms, with an emphasis on PowerPoint.
• Mentor creative project team members in developing conceptual skills and providing constructive feedback to implement the project vision. 
• Act as a project manager for your assigned projects creating timelines and estimates to align with internal client’s budget.

Qualifications

•  Bachelor’s degree in Graphic Design or related discipline or equivalent work experience
• Creative digital portfolio demonstrating outstanding conceptual thinking and design skills, including compelling visual presentations
• Five-plus years of related experience as a senior graphic designer
• Experience working in a fast-paced, matrixed agency or in-house team environment to develop a range of creative initiatives
•  Advanced knowledge of Adobe Creative Suite, Microsoft PowerPoint, Outlook, and Teams. Knowledge of Adobe Workfront is a plus
• Strong knowledge and skills in designing interactive and static presentations
• Ability to understand the internal client’s vision through active listening, advanced communication, and diplomacy with business partners, project owners, managers, and internal team members
• Ability to develop creative briefs, mood, and image boards
• Ability to strategize and lead ideation sessions with creative colleagues and clients
• Sound business acumen to adapt while working alongside client-serving professionals
• Excel at managing multiple projects, prioritizing milestones, and influencing clients and design colleagues to deliver desirable solutions within time frame and budget
• Ability to initiate and successfully engage in creative ideation sessions and design sprints
•  Advanced technical understanding of digital media and print design in-house and with vendors
•  Willingness to accept administrative responsibilities such as project management and internal client communications along with creative development and design
•  The ideal candidate has a keen eye for detail, a passion for design, and the ability to deliver exceptional results within strict deadlines.

The target hiring compensation range for this role is the equivalent of $38.96 to $44.96 an hour. Compensation is based on several factors including, but not limited to education, relevant work experience, relevant certifications, and location.

About Aquent Talent:

Aquent Talent connects the best talent in marketing, creative, and design with the world’s biggest brands. Our talent get access to amazing benefits like subsidized health, vision, and dental plans, paid sick leave, and retirement plans with a match. We also offer free online training through Aquent Gymnasium. More information on our awesome benefits! Aquent is an equal-opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics. We’re about creating an inclusive environment-one where different backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives are valued, and everyone can contribute, grow their careers, and thrive